I've had a Sunpentown 13000 BTU unit for 3 years. It's
very effective, efficient, and the condensate goes out
with the air exhaust. I installed a dryer vent through
the wall to regain the full use of my window. It keeps
the computer room cool and doesn't cost a lot to run.

Ordering over the Internet, including shipping, was
comparable in price to buying a 9000 btu unit with a much
lower efficiency rating locally.

The quality of this unit really surprised me.

Tom Del Rosso wrote:
Any recommendations for a portable A/C, about 8000 BTU (the kind with a
flexible duct that goes into the window)?

I don't need heat from it -- just A/C and dehumidification.

The names Soleus and Amcor pop up a lot. The familiar names like Friedrick
don't seem to have anything at all.