A/C

(Same answer as on the other thread)

Yes, you can run the AC with a generator. I'm not sure what you mean by "Factory AC", but a Honda or other make 2000 watt sine wave generator will run most 120 volt ac air conditioners.

A small RV roof type or window type domestic AC unit can be run with a 1000 watt unit of the same generator type, but be sure the AC and generator match up before buying the generator.

AC units that use seawater for cooling are generally not as favored as the other types as the water pumps, plumbing, and through hulls are prone to fouling, especially in saltwater, and when a boat is moored rather than dry sailed (trailered).

There are several ways to mount the generator on the boat, depending on which model CD you have.

Joe. :teeth :thup
 
when I say factory A/C this is a roof mounted A/C system that I would assume
came with the boat when new. but I hate to assume anything. Does anybody know if the roof top A/C systems are water cooled
 
FIMAN1":2agpckdg said:
when I say factory A/C this is a roof mounted A/C system that I would assume
came with the boat when new. but I hate to assume anything. Does anybody know if the roof top A/C systems are water cooled
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The roof top AC systems are RV units. They're completely self-contained and discharge the excess heat into the air.

All they need is their vent/inlet through the ceiling (top) of the cabin and a 120 volt ac power source. IMHO, they're the best AC type unit for a boat such as a C-Dory. They do need a small tube to lead water that comes from condensation in the unit overboard to the side of the cabin and toward the water. Most of these RV AC units can be bought or fitted with a heating element for morning or winter heat, if one wishes that accommodation.

Joe. :teeth :thup
 
FIMAN1,
I installed a rooftop on a 22 and really enjoyed it. I now have a 26 with a unit that is built in and water cooled.

If you get a rooftop, go for the lowest BTU and profile unit that can be purchased. You do not need anything bigger than the 9000 BTU unit and spend the extra few dollars and add the strip heat module. The 9000 has a low amp rate and if you spent even more and purchased the soft start Micro-Air Easy Start, you could get by with minimal generator requirements.

The down side of the rooftop is that it is loud outside. The white noise inside is not bad. We found that it was loud enough that we moored away from other boats, so that they would not be disturbed, with their windows open. The downside of the built in unit is that the boat needs to be in the water, as the unit is seawater cooled, so camper cruising behind your vehicle is not doable..
 
srbaum":exsunlzn said:
.... The downside of the built in unit is that the boat needs to be in the water, as the unit is seawater cooled, so camper cruising behind your vehicle is not doable..
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Only if you want AC.
 
To my knowledge no RV type AC unit was never installed by the factory. I agree with the 9200 BTU unit as being adequate and best. I have not tried one with the EZ start--which is a very nice unit--but they do run well with the 2000 (now 2200 watt) Honda. I am considering a 9200 currently for my 25--and may consider the EZ start, if only for the feature you can run the generator on eco throttle.

I have had several boats with the sea water cooled--and prefer the roof top for the C Dory.
 
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