Flashgun Report post Posted July 13 Anyone have any recommendations for the best diy kit to do myself? I am thinking i want a 18,000 btu. I see some say diy but then need specialty tools. Just looking for suggestions and if anyone has done one themselves and has any pointers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tomharveyb Report post Posted July 13 I have used Blue Ridge several times. Very good results and no special tools required. The lines are pre charged . Alpine Home Air is the company name . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted July 13 I’ve been happy with my Mr. Cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Browns Report post Posted July 13 Give me a call and I'll tell you what I did. Adam 928-595-1554 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MULEPACKHUNTER Report post Posted July 13 I am a dealer for MR COOL and sell alot of DIY kits, I have one in my shop. Need some details on size of shop and insulation and what your doing in the shop? 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildwoody Report post Posted July 13 Homevdepot brands works just fine. There supposed to only last 10 yrs. Not an expert. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MULEPACKHUNTER Report post Posted July 13 Just for reference, I have a 2 head 37K split in my garage, 1000 sq feet, 2x6 construction stucco on foam with plywood and 5/8 drywall inside and crap insulation. My issue area ids my roof is plywood then foam then poly paint and thats my hottest spot with laser. Garage doors are insulated and sealed pretty well all around. I am currently running at one time a cnc mill and engine lathe (welder, lights, laser, at odd times). This set up barely keeps up in the hottest part of the summer so i usually work at night or mornings til noon. 48K would have been the way to go for my set up. I do plan to upgrade the insulation this year and add more foam and paint to the roof, this should help for next summer. An 18K unit isnt going to do much unless you sit in front of it. I added a 24K unit to the cabin in Heber and that thing has been great in the afternoons and warming things up on cold mornings. cools off 1200 sq feet real well up there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NOTAGS Report post Posted July 14 Go to Rocky Point. The mini splits are dirt cheap down there, and bring it back. 1 1/2 ton HP was $440 ish, upgrade to a 19 SEER was $600 and some change. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ringer Report post Posted July 15 I just finished installing a 12000btu Mr Cool in my fifth wheel and it's blowing out 47 degree air in 107 temps. I have 3 ac units and they just weren't getting the job done. It is also whisper quiet. If you do the 18000 0r higher you need 220 to run it. So far I am loving it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
runningbird Report post Posted July 16 I also picked up my units in Rocky point. my shop is 1500sqf I bought 3 units. one is 230v the other 2 are 110v I have two separate rooms in addition to the mail shop. everything work great. I also got the ones for heat has well. At my home the heat is a necessity at times.. when it hot like now I run the main one almost non stop. My electric bill went up about $70 in the hot summer months, and $60 in the coldest months. When the dewpoint is low I then use a portable evap cooler. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kfallsrob Report post Posted July 18 On 7/13/2024 at 7:37 PM, NOTAGS said: Go to Rocky Point. The mini splits are dirt cheap down there, and bring it back. 1 1/2 ton HP was $440 ish, upgrade to a 19 SEER was $600 and some change. Where in Rocky Point do you purchase these units? I'm interested in getting one. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NOTAGS Report post Posted July 18 There's a home store called Muebles Coloniales on the road with the big Super Ley, I think its Constitucion Blvd. Just google the name, and Google maps will take you there. The sales guy speaks perfect English. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kfallsrob Report post Posted July 18 47 minutes ago, NOTAGS said: There's a home store called Muebles Coloniales on the road with the big Super Ley, I think its Constitucion Blvd. Just google the name, and Google maps will take you there. The sales guy speaks perfect English. Thank you sir Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rookyboy Report post Posted July 22 On 7/18/2024 at 11:09 AM, NOTAGS said: There's a home store called Muebles Coloniales on the road with the big Super Ley, I think its Constitucion Blvd. Just google the name, and Google maps will take you there. The sales guy speaks perfect English. Good info here!! The only way to go! Inexpensive and eezy peezy install. The 220v model will work better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roosevelt Mark Report post Posted July 23 So how much is a 220v for my garage? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites