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Originally Posted by dieseljeep
The GE Porta-Cool air conditioners worked really well, for what they were.The 6000 BTU model seemed the best and they rather efficient.  |
Was the whole "Porta" concept born out of some GE engineer's college-student kid needing a TV for their dorm room, "oh and while you're at it dad, can I get an air conditioner too?" Hence the need for portability....
I seem to recall that story being told by someone in my younger years. I'll check Popular Science and my Electronic Servicing and PF Reporter stash too.
Cheers,