As you can see from the pictures I have a few big projects to work on this spring. Unfortunately I have been very busy at work and will not be able to start on my projects until the first week of June, which means I will not be able to splash the boat until the middle of June. :smt089 I am installing a TV, A/C, New Canvas, New fabric for the interior. I wanting to upgrade the head to an electric one, and Change out the carpet inside and a few other modifications but I will not have time this summer for those upgrades. My big project is to install a Air conditioning system. The unit is 5000 BTU and requires 5/8" hose, I purchased a 250 GPH pump and a 1/2" sea strainer, valve, etc. I also purchased a mesh strainer that will use the 5/8" hose. I have marine 12 gauge wiring for the unit and 16 gauge wiring to the water pump. I also have a 15 amp breaker/switch and I have all of the vents/ducting etc. I took off most of the panels inside the cabin to see what I have to work with.
I have a few questions regarding the install of the A/C
Do I have everything I need and do I have the correct products?
How do I run ducting behind the bathroom to the aft cabin? I only see a 3" gap, I have 4" ducting which is insulated so it is really 7" wide.
I will have to mount the unit under the seat on the starboard side. Since this compartment is angled I will have to make a shelf does anyone have any tips for this?
What is the best way/ location to install the thru hull/strainer/ and pump? is there a certain spot where I could mount the thru-hull because of hull thickness? I also don't want anything to become a tripping hazard in the engine compartment
If anyone with a similar boat have any pictures of their setups that would be much appreciated. I am mostly concerned about the location for the thru-hull and water pump. also a picture of the unit located in the compartment would be great.
(photos were taken from my phone so they are not the greatest quality)
Is my strainer to small?? I placed a spray can in the picture for size comparison.
I have a few questions regarding the install of the A/C
Do I have everything I need and do I have the correct products?
How do I run ducting behind the bathroom to the aft cabin? I only see a 3" gap, I have 4" ducting which is insulated so it is really 7" wide.
I will have to mount the unit under the seat on the starboard side. Since this compartment is angled I will have to make a shelf does anyone have any tips for this?
What is the best way/ location to install the thru hull/strainer/ and pump? is there a certain spot where I could mount the thru-hull because of hull thickness? I also don't want anything to become a tripping hazard in the engine compartment
If anyone with a similar boat have any pictures of their setups that would be much appreciated. I am mostly concerned about the location for the thru-hull and water pump. also a picture of the unit located in the compartment would be great.
(photos were taken from my phone so they are not the greatest quality)
Is my strainer to small?? I placed a spray can in the picture for size comparison.