Do I Regret Installing a Mr Cool Mini Split in My Log Cabin?

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In today’s video, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of installing a Mr Cool 18,000 BTU mini-split AC system in our log cabin. This homeowner-friendly HVAC solution requires no professional help - you can do it all yourself with just basic tools! We’ll show you how to mount the indoor and outdoor units, run the pre-charged lines, connect the electrical components, and set everything up for off-grid power.
Here's a quick overview of what you’ll learn:
Pouring the concrete pad and anchoring the outdoor unit.
Framing the interior walls for the cabin’s bathroom, laundry, and shower areas.
Choosing the ideal location for the AC unit inside a log cabin to ensure efficient airflow.
Mounting the head unit on the log wall and running the pre-charged coolant lines.
Prepping the system for use and connecting it to an EcoFlow Delta Pro off-grid power source.
Why we chose the Mr Cool mini-split for our off-grid log cabin, and how it can be monitored remotely to prevent freezing pipes during winter.
This system not only provides cooling during hot summers but also heating in colder months - and we can control it via an app! It’s a great alternative to a traditional wood stove, especially for part-time cabin living where you can’t be there to keep the fire going 24/7.
Products Used in This Video:
Mr Cool 18,000 BTU Mini-Split System
EcoFlow Delta Pro Portable Power Station
Stay tuned as we break down each step, share tips for working in a log cabin, and show how you can install this powerful AC unit in just one day!

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@wranglerstar 11 часов назад

🔥 Wranglerstar's MRCOOL DIY 18K: amzn.to/4ev2xvH 〰 (Amazon affiliate link)

@SpoiledBadgerMilk 11 часов назад

If its a inverter compressor. It will use less electricity once it gets closer to set temp. so it wont pull a thousand watts all the time. If the compressor is inverter.

@sambenao7 5 часов назад

Definitely gonna look into it. My east coast body doesn’t like the heat very much. Could you do a video on the basics someone would need to be a modern homesteader/proho?

@erickeenan7562 10 часов назад

You really have the perfect system there. A mini split for much needed AC because the cabin is so exposed, and for the times that you don't want to fuss with woostove. But putting in a little woodstove just makes it perfect. Nice job PROHO!

@wranglerstar 9 часов назад

We agree!

@Strider0301 12 часов назад

I feel really encouraged by the simplicity of that system

@wranglerstar 9 часов назад

We talked to tons of cabin owners and builders and the majority recommended it.

@Strider0301 9 часов назад

@wranglerstar The way you laid it all out and explained it- it makes perfect sense. That's a huge infrastructural need, that is suddenly accessible to lower economic status. I was still giving in the realm of Window units, woodburning stoves and space heaters under the sink

@clampmotosua1789 4 часа назад

Keep it simple silly. as long as your above room temp IQ you can do most things yourself!

@nopenope7777 11 часов назад

My landlord paid $410 for a service repair man to replace the ignition in our stove and oven. I paid $330 for a switch in my washer. The trades are really costing as much as buying something new, which is sad. But hey, globalism is great right?! 😂

@RobSharp-wo5qj 11 часов назад

Now a day companies want you to replace appliances not repair them.

@joepaul1763 11 часов назад

Appliances like TVs are all disposable now

@sixpotshot 8 часов назад

If someone is not able to do the fix themselves the trades will have them for breakfast - they are plenty pretty dodgy customers around as well mind you. It just reflects what we already know: the world has become a lot harder and more difficult. Shame

@JohnnyArtPavlou 8 часов назад

Globalism? Did your repair guy come from the Czech Republic? Or if your plans have been made in America, the repairs would’ve been $25.00?

@dreb222 7 часов назад

@@JohnnyArtPavlouThe point he’s trying to make is maybe certain aspects of globalization isn’t bad, in particular the global economic trade markets because it offers us affordable buys on the customer end. He’s griping about how expensive skilled labor has become, and he is correct in a way, it can be very expensive depending on who you hire. But as a home owner, if you don’t want to pay, learn to do it yourself. Essential Craftsman on RU-vid stresses this point a lot.

@keylitho 10 часов назад

I added one to my small shop about a year and half ago... Game changer... I can now comfortably use my workshop all times of the year.

@_RadioMadeEasy 11 часов назад

Way easier than any antenna install

@neobailey5268 6 часов назад

Nice

@ChronicAndIronic 12 часов назад

My Stepdad does HVAC in Colorado. He doesn’t charge if it’s simple enough. But ProHo should be knowledgeable and keep a Technical Manual and a maintenance plan for his expensive equipment

@hosocat1410 11 часов назад

I am an hvac contractor business and I hate what is happening to the industry. Two major factors are hurting us - the cost of labor and the cost of equipment. Both are a failure of government. The labor cost increases because govt made it so tempting for kids to get soft, lazy four year degrees and totally disregarded training for the trades. The equipment cost increases because largely unnecessary and harmful govt regulations drive up the cost. This is forcing innovative companies to concentrate on selling disposable, short lived diy units that are much less efficient in the long run than contractor installed central units. Government is the enemy of the people

@clampmotosua1789 4 часа назад

works for me!!! nothing like undercutting Businesses that have too much bloat and overhead! why pay for a manager, boss, salesman and secritary when i can do it by myself!!!

@DaroffApFire 4 часа назад

You could easily start a business installing these for people. You have to change with the times.

@houseofwonders1 3 часа назад

@@DaroffApFire That's what I do haha

@hosocat1410 3 часа назад

I think you're missing the point. For most houses you would need two or three mini splits. They will use more energy over their lifetime and will break and need to be replace more often than a central unit. The total cost to the customer is significantly higher overall to the end consumer. Mini splits have their place like for shops and smaller living spaces. I'm a fan of them. But consumers are being forced oftentimes to take a less wise option due to higher initial prices for the better option. This is the fault of government.

@noimagination99 6 минут назад

@@hosocat1410 Are they really less efficient? Please point me to the data, last I saw, if I recall correctly, these mini-splits were efficient in SEER ratings, but I have not looked closely recently. I'm genuinely curious, as I am thinking about using these at a remote place, kind of like a deer camp.

@isaeagle4031 11 часов назад

My only suggestion, is to get the condenser off of the ground. With your amount of possible snow, it could easily be buried.

@torrolsen2154 11 часов назад

Exactly - aside from snow load, it needs to be able to drain the water that melts off the coil when it runs a defrost cycle. It can form an ice dam and ruin the coil.

@SpoiledBadgerMilk 11 часов назад

@@torrolsen2154 He said he is going to use it as a heater. since it works in reverse the out side will be cold the inside heat.

@coyotejoe80 8 часов назад

The mice will be living in it before winter. You never put them on the ground.

@quickcode 6 часов назад

In canada we put these a good 3 foot off the ground so they dont get covered in snow. Also the whole 'man servant' shtick is weird

@rolc8272 6 часов назад

I would love to have a man servant. (Everyone is a servant to someone or something)

@trini-rt6xn 10 часов назад

Practical, simple to install, and Solar-Powered! The strength of this video is that virtually anyone can do it; no advanced skills or tools needed. 👏 Well done yet again. ✨

@chriscook9206 11 часов назад

I installed one of these in my workshop last year and it is fantastic! No more having to bring in items that would normally freeze and it is great in the summer to be able to work in the AC. Enjoy!!

@MrLandphill 12 часов назад

that drain line has to be the lowest it can be, so starting from the exit of the indoor unit it must always have a slope to promote darinage.

@username4755 11 часов назад

totally was thinking that too!

@markkauffman998 10 часов назад

Absolutely everyone I installed put the drain line on the bottom to help it drain

@patriciogarzaro2510 10 часов назад

just looking if someone else noticed, you beatme to the punch.

@FosterFarmsOk 10 часов назад

condensate is going to be dripping out the head unit the way he installed the drain tube

@wranglerstar 9 часов назад

Thanks for mentioning that for all.

@jamesconwayjr6640 11 часов назад

East coast guy recommends that you should have installed the condenser on a stand to get it higher off the ground to prevent any sort of blockage created by Mother Nature

@Bmc1025 11 часов назад

@@wranglerstar it’s far easier now compared to cleaning drifts away from it in the middle of winter

@lukekalinowski 9 часов назад

Clean install. Great job! I installed one of these myself 2 years ago. Works great. I paid $1300 for the unit. My quote for someone to come and do this professionally was $8500. Saved thousands. It is DIY, but it is advanced DIY I would say.

@valeriecompton5740 11 часов назад

Definitely going to share this with my husband.

@steveseattle6791 8 часов назад

Great install! I just put the non-DIY version (24k BTU) in my dad's garage for him. Similar install, just need $200 vacuum pump and gauge set, but that still saved us about $1000 over the DIY version. These DIY ones are great for people that don't want to mess with the pump, but its super easy and I think very worth it for folks that are going to install more than one unit (I put one in my garage last summer, so I already had it). The 24k BTU one keeps a ~800 sq ft garage with 14' ceilings cool in the AZ heat!

@BretteCaldwell 11 часов назад

I need one for my cabin. When I built it I only planned on a wood stove but Georgia summers get hot. Great food for thought, thanks Mr.Cody!

@NAR4RYNO 9 часов назад

Have you thought about a surge protector? I'm a Redseal Refrigeration Mechanic up here the great white worth. We always install a surge protector with ductless units. definitely something to think about. With the use of a battery generator system it's hard to predict perfect constant 240. Stay safe brother!

@jessepacheco6020 11 часов назад

Yup. HVAC companies are ripping people off. Had one guy come out and said my evaporator coil was "burned out" and wanted 9k to replace it. I laughed and told him to get outta my house. That it's just low on refrigerant. Had two other companies trying to charge me 3-4k to recharge it. Ordered some gauges and refrigerant, fixed it for less than $400.

@Squat5000 10 часов назад

Yeah that sounds all well and good until you don't locate the source of the leak, put the wrong refrigerant in, leave air in the system, so on and have to buy an entirely new unit

@fallout123able 10 часов назад

If low on refrigerant you may have a leak. (Unless it's been serviced for years and years of hooking up guages have taken too much out). Use soapy water to check any areas where there looks like oil on lines and spray your Schrader valves

@jessepacheco6020 10 часов назад

@@Squat5000 Found another HVAC guy. Y'all get butt hurt when people fix their own systems. HVAC is simple.

@greentransmission 10 часов назад

The big 4 ductless minisplit systems (Daikin, Mitsubishi, Fujitsu, and Panasonic) should have their line sets reflared with the locknuts from the unit not use the flare and locknuts on the stock line set. They should also be torqued down and vacuumed down (to below 500 microns)and leak tested (with N) before releasing the 410A. Also, thread sealant can be used as an added measure. They shouldn’t leak.

@Squat5000 9 часов назад

@@jessepacheco6020 if it's so simple, tell me what the minimum super heat and sub cooling are for a 5 ton R12 cooler are If it's so simple, tell me the correct combustion parameters for a condensing boiler If it's so simple, tell me the line loss in equivalent feet of pipe for a 1-1/2" threaded 90 in a 2 psi propane gas line Arrogant people like you are half the problem

@carlzirk 11 часов назад

Good work Mr W and Mr Jeriah. Good planning, good results.

@chase_h.01 4 часа назад

I rigged one of those EcoFlow Pros to my camper trailer with an AC unit on top. When the AC is running, the Ecoflow's display will say it can run for about 4-6 hours, however in reality the AC is not cooling constantly, so when it reaches temp and shuts off the display will read something more like 18 hours. So realistically with no solar panels, you can expect to get AC for about 2 days on a full charge.

@jamesfinney8841 7 часов назад

At least once in a person’s life he or she should show up to a cabin that is the same temperature as outside, build a fire and experience the home warming up over a few hours. What a cozy experience. ❤

@JK-Handyman 10 часов назад

I love seeing someone who takes the time to do things right and goes the extra mile to future proof his work. I work in home repair and remodeling and I'm constantly being hired to fix damage caused by lazy contractors who's work borders on criminal negligence. Pride in ones work is a rare trait these days.

@sean9920 10 часов назад

Man, having air conditioning in the cabin is gonna be really nice in the summer. Looks like it’s gonna be a super cozy spot. I can’t even imagine how cozy it would be in there with a fire going and Christmas decorations while it’s snowing outside.

@96laxbro 6 часов назад

I love our mini splits. Has completely transformed our mudroom/backporch. A spot in our house that would to get used maybe 5-10 times a year now gets used every single day. Also have one at work in one of our vaults (just media and medical storage nothing fun) and it runs 24/7 with maybe one or two hiccups in the last 15 years. The very rare workhorse electronic.

@halloween4505 6 часов назад

You've got the perfect set up, buddy! You're living every man's dream! You're motivating so many men in America! God bless you, Proho!

@ttkddry 12 часов назад

A hollowed out log split in half will fit nicely over those exposed lines

@svl132 10 часов назад

Make sure the condensate drain is going downhill the whole way.

@johnmonschauer6238 10 часов назад

I understand the appeal of these diy systems. Unfortunately the quick connect fittings on the line set are problematic to say the least. Very prone to leakage . 40 year pipe fitter hvac guy here

@mikeflanagan620 11 часов назад

Good to see you back at the cabin project !

@KidoKod 11 часов назад

If you’re using the mini split for heat it might be a good idea to place the condenser on a stand. If not you will need to shovel around the condenser in the winter to allow air flow

@rolc8272 6 часов назад

Cut up a furnace filter, and set the filter on top. Helps keep down the dust build up on the fining

@wallace3953 10 часов назад

Wow. Great work with the install....very important to see how QUIET it runs.....Smart choice...Be ready and be smart!!!!

@username4755 11 часов назад

10:10 looks like your drain line is in a upward angle!!! would be better to immediately have a downward angle once out of the housing!

@FosterFarmsOk 10 часов назад

proho likes drips coming out of the headunit

@sixstringstruggle6508 5 часов назад

I sure do appreciate that you have Mr. Jeriah as a backbone. He really puts the PRO in the hO. As long as we’re thinking the machine behind the man make sure you send some things to Mrs. W also. I’m certain you would be way less of a man without her.

@oldatheart 8 часов назад

I’ve been needing to do this in my basement office, but I’ve just been dressing accordingly for working in the 50 degree office during the winter. 🥶 ❄️

@LavishhomerenovationsLLC 10 часов назад

Currently installing a similar off brand unit on a coach house for a client right now excellent timing!!!

@kevinwalsh2456 10 часов назад

Make sure you tighten up the penetration at the house. Mice are extremely good at easy access. Steel wool covered by thumb gum is best

@whiteshadow324 8 часов назад

Such a great Japanese design. So happy to see American companies and people making these popular.

@MrFirstone23 12 часов назад

I'm impressed with these units. Perhaps they will make them in different colors. Light brown or tan would have worked out great inside the cabin. Thanks for the install video!

@noneya9013 10 часов назад

I have one that I installed in my shop office. it is the 12k model. It heats and cools and it is quiet and runs great.

@thelazyj8658 3 часа назад

Looks great, doesn’t sound too loud either. So glad to know this is a great option when we need it!

@johndunbar2393 7 часов назад

Fantastic work ProHo and Mr. Jeriah! Thanks for bringing us along.

@johnmicalizzi126 8 часов назад

Runs on low wattage delivers tremendous energy!

@mikkokarna 5 часов назад

Cody. Finn here. Those have been a thing in here past 20, years. 1. It is not suitable to be the only heater especially in a small space. You should have a small electric heater with it. You are going have bad time without one. 2. Raise the outside unit 3 feet off the ground. You are going to have bad time.

@karsonbranham3900 2 часа назад

Definite fizz factor on this unit! Nice job.

@Crzyace28 11 часов назад

Sweatloaf 😂😂😂 god bless you cody love the video looking forward to tomorrow morning

@johnmicalizzi126 8 часов назад

Hello ! the man that dies with the most toys! God bless you!

@esyr 8 часов назад

A quality heat pump is 1500-2000 USD here in Norway (and has been for last 10 years, even with better tech) , installation included. You get something like the Mitsubishi kaiteki 6600 which is great even in freezing cold climate. Quiet, energy efficient, good interface and can do cooling in summer.

@nlitenurmind 10 часов назад

I wouldn't put any lineset into a wall that would have to be removed when replaced. Make an easy way in. My mrcool started to leak after 7 years, just out of warranty. Found a recharge kit with sealant online, and it worked so far.

@wranglerstar 8 часов назад

You can do your cabin as you see fit,

@living-wellon-less5669 11 часов назад

Great video, I helped my dad a lot installing A/C units and have often wondered how a DIYer charged a Mr. Cool, that's cool pun intended!

@kaptainkrunch6179 10 часов назад

Make sure the drain slopes down from the inside unit. Looks like it's sloping up right now.

@TheEvanRoach 12 часов назад

This is indeed, cool. 🥶

@NovaMudder 10 часов назад

Great job i can see one of these in my cottage next season. 😊

@danieljones7096 9 часов назад

That’s a great job. It’s going to be a very clean install when you finish it.

@jaredboyd4578 10 часов назад

As others have mentioned, I would be a bit concerned with the drain line going upwards. I have multiple mini splits and multiple locations. An upward angle like that would require a pump. Yeah, I learned the hard way...

@CrenshawMafia7 10 часов назад

I put a double head unit in my cabin after years of window units. Best decision I ever made click of a button no loud compressor noise just warm air in the winter and cold air in the summer. I’m cooling and heating 1,000 sq ft 2 zones and have had zero issues with the unit. I’ve had mine for right at 5 years.

@alberteinstein9176 11 часов назад

My looking at that bathroom and trying to figure out the layout of a toilet, tub & shower plus washer and dryer plus heating. I have a stackable washer/dryer a small version because of limited space. I love in a 102 year old home. Thomas Dutkiewicz

@merpius 11 часов назад

I apologize if you answered this and I missed it, but why not install the indoor portion in the loft area to help keep it cool too? I guess when using it for heat you wouldn't want it there, so perhaps that's the reason?

@alexanderfenes 34 минуты назад

Dont know if it is relevant for your climate, but in Norway we always raise the outside unit above ground. One thing is all the snow and drifts that will block the machine. The other thing is that it dripps condensation when it does an ice purge cycle. This will build up and freeze the machine if it was sitting that low to the base (over here). Solution is just to Get a «scafold» for it. So it sits 2-3 feet of the ground. Again. I am not an Expert and this is for the Norwegian climate. Blessings

@mattshaffer5935 11 часов назад

Me: sorting out our wood stores in August. Wife: honey it’s August? Me: the snows about to fly! Act accordingly!

@saccaed 3 часа назад

Look forward to a winter update.

@JimVincitore 3 часа назад

Great video! Very cool! THANK YOU! Keep the vids coming!

@J297WFD 11 часов назад

Installed one in my shop I love it!

@backyardworker 9 часов назад

Wer have therfore to conclude that Mr. Cool is officially fizzed. 👏🏼

@ericwilliams952 11 часов назад

I love the Mr. cool they have now a four zone one

@jensvincent4702 10 часов назад

Guarantee this is the first Iron Heart/Filson equipped Mr. cool instal. I think you should have the head unit airbrushed to match the log interior.

@marcusburns4377 11 часов назад

'Nothing is flat and true.' Sounds like 98% of new construction these days.

@robertezell1916 4 часа назад

GOOD JOB PROHO! 👍🏻

@jiminsav 7 часов назад

I hate to be a Debby downer, but I do believe the drain line should be below the lines coming in in order to facilitate draining the whole drip pan.

@grantottaviano7445 8 часов назад

Jeriah is at the extent of his reach Cody, cut him some slack! 😂

@TheBoogalooMan 8 часов назад

Ac tech and swamp man approved! Nice work!

@FodderForFreedom 10 часов назад

My mother is worried about moving into my grandmother's old house because it doesn't have AC. I recommended a couple of these, no HVAC remodel required. It's not perfect, but it can be done with no real experience.

@deathbot288 9 часов назад

remember to clean those filters and the blower wheel every now and then. Spray off the condenser with water

@justanotherchannel6097 7 часов назад

Starting to live like the city folks I see AC and everything.

@MarkJones-sk6vk 10 часов назад

That's a great setup. Can you make a vid running the cabin on the eco flow with solar panels for say a month? I'm interested in buying the delta pro and companion batteries with the 1,600 watts of solar. This would run a fridge and a water well that's about 400ft deep.

@goldwingjj1344 6 часов назад

Use the follow me fuction turns the remote into the thermostat

@Robert_H_Diver 11 часов назад

Wrap those lines VERY WELL so condensation doesn’t get into the wood.

@larrysmith6499 8 часов назад

Nice set up

@ee9367 7 часов назад

Hvac tech here. Dont ever install without a vacuum pump. U just added air and condensibles to your lineset and compressor

@joshn2673 6 часов назад

The way he was describing it it's a pre charged line set meaning it's already full of refrigerant?

@joshn2673 6 часов назад

Just did some research and it's a Mr cool no vac pre charged line set so it has fittings on the head and condensing unit that suit the pipework connection

@ee9367 6 часов назад

Their is still going to be air inside the mini split head lines when they are connected but im sure it would work for a couple years

@Idahoprepper71 3 часа назад

You must really suck as a HVAC tech, you obviously don’t understand how these work.

@OYET-te2jn 11 часов назад

Need to put that condenser up on a stand. If you are using it for heat as well then snow will cover it and prevent it from operating properly. Also there are no wind baffles for low ambient operation. This is what I do...

@Radioman7788 10 часов назад

Your condensation line is going uphill. might want to take a look.

@outfitr9703 9 часов назад

I don't think you have to worry considering your location but those units will only produce heat above a certain temperature, i believe around minus 15.

@neobailey5268 10 часов назад

You should have centered the room.... You have a bright career in HVAC-R if you choose.....

@user-jl3le5bq6s 10 часов назад

great video

@craigforbes4275 6 часов назад

Not quite enough room above the head unit. Check the manual but I think it’s 9” for input air on the top.

@Unknown-pc9yq 10 часов назад

The price some HVAC guys are charging per lb of charge and to slap some leak stop in a system made me buy a 25lb tank and set of used gauge. I spent a few hours on youtube and now don't have any fear of my system. Plenty of containers of freon in my area for sale on marketplace. Mr cool charges a premium for their system but any guy with a vacuum pump from harbor freight can do this.

@mdbrenna 9 часов назад

Please cover how well the heating works. I am interested in installing this in my lake house.

@donmonroe5642 6 часов назад

Nice 😊

@ShinjitsuKK 9 часов назад

Having a man servant makes a ProHo 👍 Cody, have u checked those radio batts for explosives Yet? You never know if those pesky spies made a ProHo error 😅😅❤

@skivvywaver8437 10 часов назад

Should have factored some fall to account for water that will collect inside the unit. Need fall to get the unit to drain.

@gdubz422 8 часов назад

I been looking at the eg4 hybrid solar mini split. It can have solar panels directly hooked up and swaps between solar and grid.

@russellphelps3808 4 часа назад

It's mounted crooked. Haha, I'm joking. It looks awesome

@OYET-te2jn 11 часов назад

Also check the manual for lowest outdoor temperature operation. I dont think itnwill work well or even at all below 20 degrees. Mitsubishi has a Hyper Heat unit that goes lower than that but much more $$.

@mattheath7141 8 часов назад

The outside unit should be install 2ft off the ground for numerous reasons. DIRT and debris will destroy the unit, nit to mention the snow in the coming months.