Air Conditioning

[captainEZ]

Hey Everyone. I upgraded to a Bayliner 2452 the end of last summer and I love the boat but it is missing one thing. Air conditioning. So, I'm looking for information, suggestions, etc on what my options are. I would be fine with a portable hatch unit but haven't been able to find one anywhere, new or used. Anyone have any ideas? Also what about having a central unit installed? The cabin is not huge so that may be overdoing it and expensive. Know anyone selling a hatch unit? Any other ideas? Let it rip I need info and ideas.

Thanks,
captainEZ

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[bkpursuit]

Marine reverse cycle air is the best. It's not cheap, but it's easy to install and you can use it for some heat during the fall.

[Yukshamush]

I too am considering air conditioning. I am not crazy about a hatch unit. Has anyone considered or tried a home type portable air conditioner or maybe a small home window air conditioner. They only cost about a hundred bucks. I have a window in the berth that opens to the back, water could run to the normal rain drain. The portables units have vents that could go out a window. Any thoughts?

[Beaumont]

I did the same thing on my old boat and it worked great i had a 24 bayliner with the back window ,I took the window frame out and the ac fit in it perfect kept the boat cool even on really hot days