Installing AC/HEAT in 353
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Installing AC/HEAT in 353
Has anyone ever installed AC in a 353 that was not installed from the factory.
Am I crazy for thinking there is a kit to do this?
Thansk
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Am I crazy for thinking there is a kit to do this?
Thansk
MH
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I've installed A/C in a 312 and helped a bunch of buddies install them in (2) 28's, a 33, 35, and a 38. It's all custom work. Your best bet would be to find/study a 353 that has A/C installed and try to copy the set-up. (call the Formula factory, they might be able to give you some pointers)
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not that hard really. Just follow the factory set up. Note** do not locate the unit in the engine room. I had a customer do that once. I actually made him move the boat to the street and remove the unit before I even touched the boat
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Mermaid M5 5200 BTU unit. I have one in my 353 and it chills the heck out of my cabin. I live and boat in Arizona so that should be all the testimony you need lol. Mine was installed under the front cushion of the "U shaped" couch. I couldn't be happier. Supposedly it will run on a 1000 watt generator, but I bought a 2000 watter just to have more than enough.
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Sleek,
Did you take photos of your install? I'd like to see them. I always thought I'd like to do this to my 353 utilizing the thru hull fitting from the Y-valve. Didn't look too bad with the seats out for running hoses and electrical. Thanks in advance for the info.
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Did you take photos of your install? I'd like to see them. I always thought I'd like to do this to my 353 utilizing the thru hull fitting from the Y-valve. Didn't look too bad with the seats out for running hoses and electrical. Thanks in advance for the info.
Dave
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Thanks for trying!! If you can't, pm me and I'll give you my email and I'll put them up for you!
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