Van Life Essentials Running AC While Living in a Van

ZERO BREEZE Mark 2 Air Conditioner PART 1. PLEASE SEE MY REVIEW IN PART 2 before buying. For a majority of us we try to avoid areas where it is too hot, but sometimes it is hard to avoid the heat!

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[edtx]

Always appreciate your videos. I have a Zero Breeze Mark 2. In Ohio, I use it on hot camping nights by isolating my bed with a big black curtain. I find it works quite well on a small area, and can get up to 3 nights with careful use on one battery.

[twood]

Keep and enjoy it Bob 💜 You and your dog deserve it! Don’t be embarrassed about a little luxury!!

[cooksmary]

I have MS, making me extremely heat sensitive. This would be wonderful to have, in my opinion.

[LIVEWELLwithCharity]

I own one of these. I purchased during a Black Friday sale. I paid $750. I live in Arizona (suburbs of Phoenix). The heat can be deadly here. I am not a full-timer though.
Pros:
-It could keep a pet cool for a temporary situation.
-It can take the edge off when you are in an unbearably hot situation with no options. It’s the difference between a heat stroke or not. Or it’s the difference between being able to fall asleep at night or not. This is really why I purchased it.
-It is portable and can be placed where you need it most, as long as you are able to properly vent it.
-It does drop the temp in the back half of my van where I typically use it.
-It does not produce as much water drainage in dry climates with little humidity.
Cons:
-The price
-The power draw is unreal for the output. I have an EcoFlow Delta. The most I am able to get is about 4hours or so off a full charge. I find that it draws about 240ish watts/hr in my scenario.
-The power cord gets scary hot as the unit runs. This concerns me sometimes.
-it’s huge! Viewing it in pictures and onscreen just don’t quite do it justice. On the website, they don’t show the tubes attached. This feels slightly deceiving, because you need them, . Once you attached them, you easily add a minimum of 2-2.5 feet. I haven’t figured out where to permanently place it. I have to keep in mind that it has to be vented. It’s a bit of an eyesore with how much space it takes up.
-The hoses are fussy to attach and stay attached

I also wanted to mention that I have a Ram Promaster 1500 low roof with bunk windows in the back. This AC is better than having absolutely nothing in my scenario. Fans just don’t cut it when it’s 110- 115 degrees outside. With how this cools the back half of my van, I could see this working decently well for a small car or mini camper. I will stress that the primary goal of this is to keep the “person” cool and take the edge off. It will cool you and your immediate “space bubble”. I will probably eventually invest in a real AC unit, but I have to be ready to invest in the power supply needed to run this for longer periods of time. Space has to be found for that also. This gets me by in the meantime. Excuse any typos please.😅

[SmokeyDaVan]

I wondered if this was too good to be true, and it looks like that’s the case. I could spend less to buy a generator, a small window AC, and the building materials to install it in place of one of my van’s back windows. After watching part 2, it looks like that would work better as well. Plus I could use the generator for other things, too.

[debjustdeb]

Thank you for sharing! It doesn’t matter if I can afford different things or not, I appreciate knowing what is out there! Looking beyond the cost, 2500w for the amount of draw .. I don’t know but seems for $$$$, We should be able to keep ourselves AND our pets cool, without holding them on our laps! I would like to know how long the Bluetti Can power it.🙂

[Joedisney]

I'm extremely interested in how this works. I'm far from wealthy, but this could be a lifesaver in many circumstances. even if I can't afford it I still want to see it and strive for it. so thanks for the video very interesting

[OverlandOne]

I can buy a 5, 000 BTU window unit from walmart, and a harbor freight generator to run it and still have about $500 left over that unit's price without the batteries. ($150 for the window unit and about $300 for the generator) That's what I am planning to use in my van build. I got the idea from that fellow you interviewed in the yellow van who had a false wall in the rear that made a galley area. He stuck the hot side through that wall and it exhausted outside through van rear doors. I always learn a lot from your videos Bob.

[seanharley]

I would be willing to wait until the manufacturer comes up with a similar unit that can cool a van. Air conditioning seems to be getting more compact and efficient as the years go by. I will keep an eye on this type of air conditioning in hopes it will get better. Great idea though.

[debbietucker]

I would place the blower under my blankets to keep me and fur babies cool while we sleep.

[phredpun]

One thing Winnebago LeSharo owners learned about their cab a/c units was to use a clear shower curtain behind the seats while driving to cut down on the amount of space you are trying to cool. I think the same type idea could be used here.

[Morningdovecamp]

Thank you Bob. I appreciate your humility. I have seen this unit. It interested me. I could afford it, but I am very thankful for your honest review of it. I can’t afford to waste money and I really appreciate your consumer review 😉👍🏻🚙🏞🐶. Enjoy the road and thanks again for all your work and inspiration. RTR is finally on me and my minivan’s itinerary this year. I hope to see you there! 👍🏻🌞🚙

[aprildawnsunshine]

Funny how every time I'm considering getting something expensive you do a review of it! 😆 If I didn't know better I'd think you were following me 🤣 as someone whose stuck in FL because of kids and Drs I need a way to stay cool and though I have come up with some ideas this might be worth the investment for me even if it delays getting on the road.

[juliecueva]

Thank you Bob! Everyone counts so thank you again! Kindness is everything 😊

[lindarickert]

I would absolutely invest in it….if only for my fur kid’s well-being. It would be a huge peace of mind. I’m putting it on my list of must-haves! Thanks Bob! Now I need to search out your latest review of foldable solar panels!

[morphergaming]

I'm so happy that you are reviewing this, I seen it online but dont know if it works well. Instead of writing it off as too expensive we could use the old fashion saving up method. What becomes costly is the trial and error of buying products so this is where your reviews are so valuable.

[danandhisvan]

Nice review Bob, but I think I would cut a hole in my van and get a window unit first for that price.

[peggybach]

I love watching you Bob . you definitely need to keep that for Cody.

[ErinoftheValley]

If you feel bad about keeping this, please don’t! I’d love regular updates and learning how you keep it charged and whatnot. Also: Cody will thank you! 😊 🐕

[tracylawrence]

Thanks for all of the information you pass along.