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DougLeppard · 06-12-2018, 06:57 AM

We just bought a used 2017 Jayco Sport 10SD without an AC. Being in Central Florida it will be important.

Good news I believe you take out the roof fan and put in the AC unit, so it has been pre-wired and has the right size hole.

Has someone done that?

Suggestions on the roof AC unit?

Suggestions on the proper steps for installations, hope to do it myself.

Any other hints on this camper.

BFlinn181 · 06-13-2018, 10:17 AM

A standard 14" square vent opening is also standard for rooftop A/C. 12v wiring is in place, not sure if it's pre-wired for 120v, you'll have to check. See if there's a spot in your 120v power panel for an A/C breaker.

Does your RV have a furnace? If so, then you perhaps have a thermostat? Does it have the capability of also controlling the A/C? If not, some rooftop A/C units are self-contained with thermostatic control built it. That would eliminate trying to wire a remote thermostat up into a pop-up roof. The A/C will add about 80-90 lbs to the roof, make sure it is designed to lift and support it.

DougLeppard · 07-06-2018, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by BFlinn181

A standard 14" square vent opening is also standard for rooftop A/C. 12v wiring is in place, not sure if it's pre-wired for 120v, you'll have to check. See if there's a spot in your 120v power panel for an A/C breaker.

Does your RV have a furnace? If so, then you perhaps have a thermostat? Does it have the capability of also controlling the A/C? If not, some rooftop A/C units are self-contained with thermostatic control built it. That would eliminate trying to wire a remote thermostat up into a pop-up roof. The A/C will add about 80-90 lbs to the roof, make sure it is designed to lift and support it.

Thanks

Got the AC fits well to the roof which is designed for it. Breaker panel designed for AC and has a plug in hidden behind breaker. BUT no clear path from the AC plug on the floor to the AC in the roof to run the 110v wire.

Driving me crazy.

Desert Flyer · 07-06-2018, 09:55 PM

Are there metal cross members that support the A/C unit? There should be. Run your line in that, then to the side, than down the outside of the lifter post.

DougLeppard · 07-07-2018, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Desert Flyer

Are there metal cross members that support the A/C unit? There should be. Run your line in that, then to the side, than down the outside of the lifter post.

thanks. Yes support cross bars. I was able to run it in a way you don't see it 90% of time. Looks and works great.