One last thing, I think. Figjam's instructions say he used 3/8" poly tubing. The inside dia on that is 1/4". I just received the1/4" T connectors and they look teeny. Just want to make sure enough volume of water can pass through the 1/4", while I still have time to order a larger size? Plan to asse...

If you placed it on the N side, wouldn't you get the light without the sun directly entering your space? Like an artist's studio.

Thanks Folks,
All very helpful. Will report back with lessons learned.
See ya in the cool dust.
Cinnabar

Alright then! Finally going to get Figjam's Bucket Cooler done this year. 3 in fact. One to use in our small (about 375 cubic feet) bunkhouse camper which sits in the bed of our pickup. Another in an 8 x 10 canvas Kodiak which will be under a carport shade structure adjacent to the truck and the 3rd...