DIY Camper Mini Split Sideways Mount vs 12 volt A/C

Doing my best here to share my experiences with Air Conditioners in an RV Camper and side mounting a mini split system. Actual numbers on efficiency from 4 years of experience. Mounting advice for both inside and outside units. Multiple links in the description for units, parts, and tools.

Links For Amazon
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Pioneer 9000btu mini split https://amzn.to/490BLbM

High efficiency
Pioneer® Diamante Ultra 9,000 BTU 23 SEER
https://amzn.to/3OlPAJY

A/C Manifold Gauge Set
https://amzn.to/3SoElTA

HVAC Air Vacuum Pump with Oil Bottle
https://amzn.to/3O8aU5O

Refrigeration Technologies RT201B Nylog Gasket/Thread Sealant
https://amzn.to/3vNjfFs

Refrigerant Connector Kit with O-rings
https://amzn.to/48E7srQ

Flexible Refrigerant Line 3/8
https://amzn.to/47LGYTU

Copper Tubing Boxed, 3/8 in. Od X 25 Ft.
https://amzn.to/48WrvkU

25 Ft. Line Set 1/4&1/2 Inch 3/8" PE for Mini Split Air Conditioner Insulated Coil Copper Pipes HVAC with Fittings
https://amzn.to/3Spb22f

Wire (100 Feet) 14AWG Gauge, Black 4-Conductors/Outdoor
https://amzn.to/490jawq

Flaring Tools for 1/4" - 3/4" HVAC 45 Degree Heavy Duty
https://amzn.to/48ITQeP

Air Conditioning Pipe Coupling 3/8"
https://amzn.to/3U0SV4Z

Air Conditioning Pipe Coupling 1/4"
https://amzn.to/3U6Xpae

Victron Energy MultiPlus 3000VA 12-Volt Pure Sine Wave Inverter and120 amp Battery Charger
https://amzn.to/3vQDken

Flexible Insulated Line-set for Mini-Split Systems - 16 Feet
https://www.pioneerminisplit.com/prod...


12 Volt Air Conditioners on Amazon
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RV Rooftop dc Air Conditioner Unit 12 Volt, Treeligo
https://amzn.to/4bbIj9B

Aspligo-DC 12V Air Conditioner Electric Parking Rooftop RV Air Conditioner
https://amzn.to/3vSWfoN

NEKPOKKA 12V DC air conditioner Wall Mount.
Friends have this one say it seems ok.
https://amzn.to/3ue64gz


Other Helpful Links
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Excellent Battery and electrical info
   / @willprowse  

12V 300Ah | Heated & Bluetooth | LiFePO4 Battery - Epoch Essentials (Recommended Battery as of 1-2024)
https://www.epochbatteries.com/produc...

https://www.epochbatteries.com/produc... (Same as above but with Victron Coms.)