Install a RV Roof Top A/C Unit on a Forest River Pop Up Camper Tent Trailer 

*Works so well **Fastly.Cool** that it only requires daytime operation until high temp and humidity are overnight. It is difficult to get to side filters, but back is easily accessible.*

Purchased: August 2023 - still works GREAT!I ru-vid.comUgkxxsUnXhGsSJLim_XnMHyQK0u3XVaW-CGn live in a studio and during the summer it gets scorching hot - really old building with no ac units. I can’t express how EASY it was to install. This unit has been a life savior during the summer and some days during other seasons where it can still be a bit warm at night. In this small place is my friend, a husky, poodle mix and myself. We need AC - lolI don’t use the dehumidifier option - I’m not sure if it will leak in my house, since I did not install the small draining hose that came with it. May look into it late but I don’t worry about much humidity in the apartment. I don’t understand why the negative reviews since all things mentioned, I personally did not find issues with. Definitely worth it!

I needed to watch the first 20 minutes to understand how the unit is held down. Mine has a possible leak and I need to dismantle and inspect it. I see now what to expect. Great instructional video by the way. Impressed on your knowledge and thanks for sharing.

Excellent! clear, intelligent, concise. A very good example of an excellent working brain. Not too common in our times. Great Job, Sir !!

Thanks for the video! I plan to install the exact same unit in my school bus I'm converting to an RV. Most important thing is the 1.5" distance between the ADB and the A/C unit. I was hoping to simply mount it directly to the thick sheet metal for the roof but your instructions show me that's a bad idea. I'll install 2x2 framing on the inside around the hole before I install the unit so everything fits properly.

Definitely one of the best instructional videos on RU-vid. This man is a professional at whatever he does for his living. Very well thought out, documented, and presented in a clear and easy to understand manner. Well done, sir. I applaud your effort.

Best tutorial ever. Looks like you've installed a hundred of these units. I'm very impressed and feel like I could tackle this projects provided I had the proper tools. Bravo!

Just about the first time I have ever seen and RV owner know EXACTLY what they are doing!! Thanks for the video!!

I'm about to install this same model of air conditioner into my 25 year old motorhome. Thank you very much for such a well made, and detailed video! I really appreciate that you didn't skip over any steps, as you mentioned in another comment. It was a pleasure to watch.

a true professional always makes a difficult and time consuming job look easy, nicely done sir.

Great video! I love how you ignored dropping the drill bit!

Hey Brother! I just installed a 15000 BTU Dometic A/C on my 2004 Fleetwood Tacoma. I cannot thank you enough for the great tutorial. My family live in South Eastern VA and we have been limping along with an 8,000 BTU portable A/C. The RV dealer wanted $1590 for a/c and install. I just completed it for $685! You posted the perfect video!

MY MAN!!!! You just saved me a load of hassle/money. I am a new owner of a used Forest River, too. So the AC stopped working, and I replaced the capacitor hoping that was my fix (which was near impossible to find a compatible one). When it first stopped working it was something like a struggling startup, and wasn't doing anything. Then it just would not turn on at all. Troubleshot everything I could see/poke around with. Finally gave up on fixing the old one. So I was thinking of buying a Dometic as replacement for the ~15 year old unit up there. And found your video for doing an install, and thought it looked perfect. You did a wonderful job of being thorough, and providing insight into every consideration throughout. So you got to the bit about the breaker box. (I always assumed there should be one, and even asked the guy I bought it from. He said there was not one and the brown box under the seat was just the heater unit.) So I saw you get down there and open it up, and I said, "That's probably it!!!!!" So I ran out, saw the switch was OFF, and plugged everything up out there....BOOM AC!!!!! I'd also not looked much below the seats as we've only been using that area as a travel crib spot so we didn't even move the table/cushionis. All that to say, you rock!! Take my subscribe and like! Thanks so much, and keep up the high quality videos!

Thank you very much for the great video. I completed the installation on my 2017 Flagstaff 625D without any problem thanks to your video. I have a couple of suggestions to help others. I used a router to cut the roof opening. Also, I used an inch-pound torque wrench to tighten the bolts per the instructions with my AC.

Just bought a pop-up (Nov '15) The first add-on will be a rooftop AC using your excellent video! It is so understandable and detailed. There are no instruction gaps and everything is clear. Thank you so much for your effort in making this video! Many will appreciate your efforts!

Your attention to detail makes this worth watching the entire thing. Thanks for putting together such a informative video.

I was terribly worried about a DIY project of this extent on my first camper! But then I ran across your video and all I can say is thank you! Though our Rockwood was slightly different, your step by step, with helpful pointers throughout, was exactly what I needed...and it saved me a good $300-400 in labor! Thank you again!

Fiscally, this is the best RU-vid video I've watched! The dealer quoted me $2200 for an installed 13.5K AC unit. I went to etrailer and bought a 14.5K unit with controller for $800. You literally saved me $1400!! I watched several other videos here, but until I watched yours (at least half a dozen times) I wasn't confident I could install this myself. It turns out Forest River had already installed the circuit breaker and junction box, which made things go much easier. My only issue is that they did NOT put the screw in the right place. I drilled up through the screw hole, right into a wood support! Should have checked with my stud finder first. Anyway, thanks SO MUCH for posting this. I am in your debt!

Was looking for a video before tackling my own install on a TT and initially skipped this one because of length. Good thing I circled back. Your video was very thorough and informative. I'll be referencing it during my install. Thanks

This video helped me with my project of removing the air distribution box, rotating it 180, and re-attaching everything. The kid with the earring at the dealership put it in backwards. Whoops! Thanks for the vid!

Putting mine in tomorrow morning thanks for the video. My install is going in a cargo trailer camper. That fan was loud hope I can get some sleep when it's running.

You're a fine teacher. Thanks for taking the time to produce this video. Very helpful! I'll be installing the same A/C unit in a week or so. Take care!

I have ordered enclosed trailer with roof framing to support the ac unit.this will go along way in helping with my install. Thank you for posting

excellent video. i watched one before this and it was clear he had never done this before. your presentation is awesome as well as very informative. i watched yours after i had already started install, but i was at a stopping point due to lack of clarity on running the power line to the air distribution unit. you cleared up questions that i had and i now have a professional looking install with just a few hours of my time. excellent job young man

This has been, by far, the best instructional video I have ever seen! Great job!!

Great detailed installation. Maybe someday someone will come up with a completely quiet, compact, light weight, high power generator.

Your narration and information are second to none. Great video!

Obviously, this video is ancient in the world of RU-vid at 7 years old but great video man. You have a good vocabulary and enough knowledge about what you are talking about to use it properly. Very informative video, great work.

I just want to say thank you I think you have the best video online for installing a new AC unit and thanks for being Canadian

Nice video and excellent job hiding wires so those are not exposed.

Your video is the best, it is so complete with every single step. We also like how you explained everything and why certain things need to be done right, like drip loops and wiring. Thank you, our dad is going to install on our 2015 RW 2318G.

Because of your video you inspired me to buy a ac for my pop up and I will install it alone thanks man very detailed video huge help!

Very professional install. You covered all the details. Excellent instructional video. I already have this in our popup but was interested in seeing "behind the scenes" so to speak, so I can understand what went into this unit if I ever have to service or replace it. I thank you for your time. Keep up the good work. Your assured of being in the man club forever now! : )

This is one of the best comprehensive video I ever seen. Thank you very much for spending your time to share this informative video with us. This is a very neat installation with all explanation.

I used your video to instal my ac just now. Appreciate the time and attention to detail. Made the instal seamless.

One of the greatest how to videos I have ever watched - Thanks for taking the time to make the video!!

I am very impressed by your video. It is very instructional and feels complete without being boring. I hope you make more videos.

Thanks for posting this, it helped me solve a problem with the AC install that the dealer did on my new Forest River ESP. Great video, thanks.

Very impressive video! Extremely thorough. You are a true craftsman.

Awesome demonstration of the installation

Awesome video, I'm replacing a nonworking AC unit on my park model trailer tomorrow. This video was very helpful and I haven't even started yet. My current non working one has a thermostat and the new one is remote control so hopefully the wiring in str8 forward.

Just wanted to say thank you for a great video. It made installing our A/C in our pop up a breeze. Our pop up was pre wired for A/C thankfully. So we saved some time there.

Excellent job . You explained the roof air unit installation very well.

Very informative video, I originally just wanted to figure out how to find the bracing location in the roof, but there was plenty of other good info here as well.

Intelligence and ability, nice nice tutorial. Well done.

Great educational installation video, as an engineer I noticed the amount of important details noted. Greta job! I learned some important installation details from your video.

Excellent job showing your installation. Gave me confidence to tackle my own project on a Rockwood Freedom.

Thank you! First clear video I found online about this ac! Now it's my turn to install it, only in a schoolbus hatch! Thanks again!

Wow this is the first time I've seen a you tuber like yourself answer all the comments. !!!! You sir are the best.

great details. some videos say 'cut the roof hole' but leave out the details. good videography as well. thanks.

I plan on adding a second roof air on my 2015 Rockwood 26 foot travel trailer. You gave me inspiration to do it myself . Thank you for the great step by step info.

Hi! Because of your video I'm about to do the same to my 6x12 enclosed trailer! Awesome work! One year later!

Thank you sir for your time and effort. Most informative how to install a rooftop ac on RU-vid. Once again thank you sir.

Excellent video , I appreciate the time and effort you took to do the video , great job.

Great Video!! Clear and concise and easy to follow.

So well done, very informative. Your workmanship is exquisite; only wish the RV shop had that level of pride. I learned a lot more about my newly acquired pop up than just AC install so thank you a lot for doing that too.

I moved from northern california to mississippi and I have a Forest River 1949 LT. I never needed a/c back home but down here its required. I was looking at all kinds of funky ways to mount a window a/c because I thought installing a roof top would be too hard. Thanks for the video, this is something I can handle. Not to mention I can't sell the thing down here if I wanted to without it.

I was watching your video because i'm considering installing a unit on my enclosed race car trailer and then I saw your red crx. Nice car!

This was AWESOME! Thank you! Inspired me to install AC.

i know this video is 6yes old now but that crx is sick bro and love the camper

I want to personally thank you for taking the time to produce this video, your instructions were so clear, consice and detailed that I was able to take everything that I needed with me and do my install at a remote site where my camper is set up. I was able to go from A through Z without missing anything and the project was complete in 4 hours. Again, my site is remote and totally off grid so to be able to accomplish this in one shot was very unexpected. I am so thankful that I would happily send you a check for $100.00, just shoot ma an address where I can send it.

I’m going out on a limb and guessing you have done this before! Great video, all the attention to detail makes for a very clean after market installation that looks factory.

Awesome video, couldn't have ask for a better demonstration

Awesome video thank you so much!!! We will be trying this soon!

Thanks for sharing your installation work.

Amazing step by step video with alot of tips! Thank you very much👍

I'm getting ready to install an AC unit just like the one you did onto my enclosed hauler. Your video is going to be very helpful. Thanks for making it!!

Amazing, very informative and simple. I feel like I can go and this with my eyes close. Thanks

Great video! Thanks for posting this. Just bought a Dometic unit for my Jayco 1206. This video is going to be a big help to me.

Well done. An excellent video thanks for posting it.

Wow! Very informative. I'm not sure I'd brave it myself but it's good to know all that's involved.

Excellent install video. Very Comprehensive and attention to detail. Nicely Done.

Wow, very clear and concise directions and video. Looks to be professionally done; GREAT job! Would be good to see more of your videos. Be Safe!

Excellent job, very detailed and well done! You should do adjunct teaching, you are a great teacher the way you speak and show how to do things on camera. Thanks.

i must say... great job !.... one of the best how to videos ive seen for roof top air, and in general as well..... excellent work man, thank you for taking the time for us :)

Awesome Job!!! Great on the Tutorial🎓 I am looking into purchasing an AC/Heat Unit also and found your video the greatest step by step process to include the parts that you used for the installation.

Best tutorial video I have seen by far!

Very informative video, you can see that you are somewhat of a perfectionist when you are working. My Aircommand Ibis is being installed by a friend who is an RV Workshop manager however I am looking forward to giving him a hand. I live in Australia but I have a Swift UK touring caravan, just not looking forward to lugging it up to the roof level. Thanks for the video it was really good. Happy Travels from downunder. Tony.

One of the best video's on pop-ups I've seen

Amazingly clean work, great explanation on everything. Great job!

RATED A 10 OUT OF 10 ! THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME WATCH YOUR INSTALLATION OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER UNIT ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED !

This is an exceptional tutorial! Thanks for doing this project and sharing it with us.

Great video! - love - the CRX in the garage, too.

Fantastic job describing the process. You’ve mostly likely saved me hundreds of dollars. Thank you.

Great Tutorial Brother Nice Job !!!

Great job, very informative. Really enjoyed your very smart install. Thank You Tom

Awesome, nice job. Thanks for posting!

Exellent, Very Clear explaination and great Video Easy to go back on and for instructions, this has been by far the very best instructional video out here .. Thank you very very much for your time and your work.

Fantastic job!!! Very good at explaining the details of the job.

So glad you told us that we should watch for rain if doing this outside.. I don't know how I would have done without that info. Great Video ... Well done !! ;)

Excellent video! Appreciate the detail.

Great job man! Thanks for the effort to video it and show it to us. Excellent.

Great video.....Very good easy to understand explanations.. Great attention to details.....Bravo my brother.

I installed my unit today. I found your video to be very helpful! My only concern is the seal between the gasket and the roof. I made every effort to avoid any problems but still had a leak from condensation on the roof coming in from the gasket. I tightened the bolts about two more turns and am keeping my fingers crossed.

Great video!! It was a perfect job! Well done. Happy camping In A/C!!

Great video! Thank you for posting it!

Very informative, thank you.

What an AWESOME video!... thank you over and over again brother!

Cool stuff man Nice video very informative.

Very informative and well done thank you.