Date:         Wed, 09 Jul 1997 19:52:09 -0400
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         Dave Richards <wr3i@earthlink.net>
Subject:      Re: Toyotomi A/C unit

R J Bellanca wrote:
> 
> To All those who asked for more info on the small a/c unit, Toyotomi TID-1200
> 
> I purchased mine at: Yaohan Best (a Japanese grocery store in San Diego)
> The price in 1993 was $550 & tax. I called them and they only carry the
> larger TID-1800.
> 
> But I digress, The TID-1200 is a 4000 BTU, 400W (very efficient), small (W
> 10.5in. X D 14in X H 26in), weight 43lbs, Quiet, freestanding a/c unit.
> This unit uses an exhaust hose which I stick out whichever window is
> convenient at the time, depending on if I'm parked or driving.
> 
> I called the place that distributes them in L.A., Shilac Ent., Phone#
> 310-791-2855. They said no one carries the 1200 anymore but you can order
> one direct from them by calling. She said the price is now $639. I assume
> that would be plus shipping.
> 
> If anyone's interested, my girlfriend purchased the larger TID-1800 at the
> same time. It's 7200btu, uses 840W but it's a bit much for what I had in
> mind. Both have never given a lick of trouble.
> Bob Bellanca
> `81 Diesel Rabbit
> `82 Diesel Westy (soon to be 1.9L turbo, I hope)
> `84 Turbo Diesel Jetta
> 
> hey bob 
one more question about your airconditioner..you mention weather you are 
parked or driving"  does this mean it runs off 12v dc?
thanks for info so far
Dave 97 evc