So the total weight will be dispersed over a larger area than 14 1 2 by 14 1 2.
Reinforcing enclosed trailer roof for a c.
This unit has a 13 500 btu rating which will do an excellent job of keeping your alpacas cool three speed adjustable fan so you can customize air flow and foam pads to prevent vibration noise.
Mine is a 9000 btu runs off of my honda eu2000i generator.
Before diving into the two approaches let s talk about components.
The most cost effective air conditioning unit we have for your enclosed trailer is the advent air rooftop rv air conditioner part acm135.
Furnace a c cabinets more.
For our purposes we ll talk about a single axle but.
On an enclosed trailer there can be only cross beams in the roof.
I had to brace two cross members with angle iron across the top of the trailer to give it enough support.
Generally ramp doors are designed for enclosed trailers.
Ok here it the webpage for my enclosed trailer build off.
Ramp doors are usually fixed installed or modified by the original retail manufacturer by a certified dealer the torsion spring.
Don t forget the hitch parts and tongue jack.
The trailer load limit is the capability of its weakest portion.
If there is a lack of support then i recommend reinforcing all sides of the opening.
The amps load is fairly high when the unit cycles on so you have to run 10 gauge wire to the hookup if its over say 20 30 feet.
Rule of thumb if its a 13 500 btu unit it will consume right around 13 5 amps 15 500 btu about 15 5 amps etc.
The unit will overhang the opening by 18 1 2 inches lengthwise a little less at the bottom and 12 inches widthwise.
6 x 10 cargo trailer roof repair and air conditioner duration.
My trailer is a 7x16 and i did insulate the roof.
Since my trailer is all aluminum the weight of the unit was too much for the roof.