I bought the UndermountAC 12V system with a ducted evaporator for my camper van. Its separate components make the space beneath and inside the van part of the same layout decision.
I bought the UndermountAC 12V system with a ducted evaporator for my camper van. Its separate components make the space beneath and inside the van part of the same layout decision.
Where it fits my build
While fitting the heater below the passenger seat, I worked underneath the van on the intake, exhaust, fuel filter and pump mounts. The black substance visible on the undercarriage was Fluid Film Black, which I had applied across the underbody while leaving the exhaust parts uncoated.
Much of that session was spent lying on my back. I recorded how cramped the space was and how tiring it became to hold my head up and work with both hands around the mounting points.
The underside of my van during the heater pipe and mounting work.A later view of the fuel-line and wiring route beneath the van.
My build notes
The diary separates the coating already present beneath the van from the heater work happening that day. The photos are useful for seeing the available working space and the location of the lines and attachments.
The available space under the van affected the pace of each mounting task.
Alternative products
Two alternatives to compare
The original UndermountAC system separates the condenser, compressor and ducted indoor unit. The Skyeline UM offers another undermount format, while the NEKPOKKA uses a split-system arrangement with separate indoor and outdoor components.
Skyeline UM 12V Undermount Air Conditioner
The Skyeline UM combines an undermount air-conditioning arrangement with a ducted indoor unit. Its supplied lines connect the separate cooling components.
This NEKPOKKA air conditioner uses a 12V split-system arrangement. Separate indoor and outdoor components provide another layout for distributing cooling equipment around a vehicle.
