Has anybody tried fitting an electric a/c compressor like this?
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I'm thinking I could potentially replace the existing compressor with another alternator to provide the additional power required.
downsides
- running the A/C while driving would be less efficient (mechanical energy to electrical and back)
- I think this would only cool, not heat (a diesel heater may be a better option for this anyway)
upsides
-it'd keep working with auto stop-start
-I could keep the car cool while parked for relatively short periods (e.g. a trip to bunnings)
- I could pre-cool the car as I'm returning if I leave the car in the sun for a long time
Any other ideas/suggestions/potential issues most welcome
12V DC Electric Air Conditioning Compressor 12cc R134a 4000rpm Comes with a mounting bracket - Speedy Air Spares
12V DC Electric Compressor R134a comes with mounting bracket This compressor can be mounted just about anywhere in your vehicle as there is no need…
speedyairspares.com.au
I'm thinking I could potentially replace the existing compressor with another alternator to provide the additional power required.
downsides
- running the A/C while driving would be less efficient (mechanical energy to electrical and back)
- I think this would only cool, not heat (a diesel heater may be a better option for this anyway)
upsides
-it'd keep working with auto stop-start
-I could keep the car cool while parked for relatively short periods (e.g. a trip to bunnings)
- I could pre-cool the car as I'm returning if I leave the car in the sun for a long time
Any other ideas/suggestions/potential issues most welcome
