beccaewert 10 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Ok we got a 99 viking legend popup a couple weeks ago for a great price, BUT it has no a/c! We are looking at roof mount a/c units that range from $500-$1000 :rofl2: And we are looking at the stand alone units (vent free) 12,000 BTU for about $250-$400.....OK,...fire away and give me your opinions, ideas, anything....we will take it! Thanks so much!!! :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Mike wants to know if the roof has been braced to carry the weight of a roof mount a/c. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
beccaewert 10 Posted April 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 He said that it is...we just think its cheaper for the free standing unit...but didn't know how well it would keep cool or if it would work? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 He said that it is...we just think its cheaper for the free standing unit...but didn't know how well it would keep cool or if it would work?Mike says the roof mounted will put out more cool air and be more efficient. So in the long run spending the money would be a better investment. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Avatab.... Steve 124 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 He said that it is...we just think its cheaper for the free standing unit...but didn't know how well it would keep cool or if it would work?Mike says the roof mounted will put out more cool air and be more efficient. So in the long run spending the money would be a better investment.I agree, but thats if you plan on keeping this pop-up for awhile. The Vikings were good but basic and I would make sure that the roof really is braced for the extra weight. If not, over time the roof will start to bow inward and the condensation from the AC, along with rain water, will pool on the roof and eventually leak.The standalone AC will not be quite as efficient, but you can use it with your next camper or even at home if you need it. And if your next Pop-up has AC, you can sell the stand-alone. :protip: :rofl2: :rofl2: :argh: :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ftwildernessguy 778 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 As long as the roof is braced and the electrical is there, I would go for the roof mount if for no other reason than the convenience. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bord1niowa......Curt 79 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 I've had a pop up with a stand-alone and it cooled it Okay. It got it down to about 78 in June in Florida, cooler at night. It was warmer behind it, as the exhaust vent duct was very hot and radiated heat before it went outside. We had a 97 Viking with a roof air and it chilled us, even in June. IMHO I would go with the roof air, especially if it already has the roof ready to go for installation. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bord1niowa......Curt 79 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Oh I forgot. One of the best things you can do with a pop up is put the solar blankets on the bunk ends. It made a HUGE difference. I know some people have used a heavier thing like that but a solar blanket is MUCH cheaper and works well. I put my hand on the bunk end roof and where the solar blanket was it was cool to the touch and where I didn't cover the inch or so it was HOT. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Otter Spotter aka Debbie 58 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 If the stand alone is what I think it is, can you afford to give up floor space for this? IF the roof is properly braced, I would opt for the roof air. Cold air falls - so the roof air would be "more better". Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Our pup was a viking that we put a roof mount on and it would freeze you out! Never a problem with weight even after 4 years. If you do go with roof mount, just park it "slightly" unlevel and all the water from a/c will drain off one corner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
beccaewert 10 Posted April 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2011 Thanks for all of the replies!! :rofl2:DH is gonna re-check to make sure we can support a roof-top a/c unit.....now that all of you had said that, he's second guessing whether or not its braced for that???to...be... continued Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 770 Posted April 21, 2011 Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 if you go with the roof mount, make sure you keep the seal on it monitoredi am replacing wood on my very old popup because someone did not...the whole middle section rotted outit is not a terrible fix, but a pita none the lessit certainly could have been avoided with simple maintenance Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikeymouse1 25 Posted May 2, 2011 Report Share Posted May 2, 2011 I would look in to the roof mounted unit and make sure it is braced properly. I would also consider a unit with the heat strips just in case you decide to camp in cooler weather. There is a company that also makes thermal bunk end covers called popup gizmos custom to diferent brands of pups Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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