Date:         Sun, 19 Jan 2014 22:23:41 +0000
Reply-To:     J Stewart <fonman4277@COMCAST.NET>
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From:         J Stewart <fonman4277@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Re: Portable air conditioning.
Comments: To: Jeremy Stovin <jjstov@YAHOO.COM>
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Swamp coolers, from what I'm told, only work in dry heat-think Arizona. I've found pics on the Internet of a '70's model Chevy Impala with a gas generator bolted to the trunk and a window a/c unit in the window of the back door, maybe Google 'Redneck air conditioning". I've always wondered if this was really possible (on a van, not an Impala) Jeff Stewart ----- Original Message -----
> My family trip to San Diego last summer had hit a snag with family
> happiness due to lack of air conditioning in Lola, my '87 Westy. Made
> worse was the total lack of cooling of the Dometic fridge. 35f less
> than 90f is not very cool.
> So, thinking about replacing the fridge with a TruckFridge. Possibly
> installing it myself. Any feedback on that is appreciated.
> Regarding the air conditioning, I do not think I have the money to
> install an original or aftermarket A/C, especially it seems we have to
> choose to cool either the front or back, not both for the money.
> So, I am thinking of a "swamp cooler". I saw one online, a "GoCool 12V
> Portable Semi Truck Cab Air Conditioner For Camping Tent & RV Camper".
> It looks good, but do not find any reviews. Has anyone used one? Heard
> of it?
> Any other ideas?
> Being in Seattle, we can't seem to go for a big trip in summer without
> hitting hot hot areas. I think this summer, we may be going to
> Montana. (Any recommendations are welcome.)
> Thanks all!!
> Jeremy
> Sent from my iPad