Abstract: There is provided an HVAC system and method of use thereof for operation with a vehicle, the HVAC system comprising: a frame having a front portion and a rear portion, one or more manually releasable clamps configured to releasably couple the frame to a chassis of the vehicle, and system components secured to the frame. The system components include an evaporator and a blower secured to the rear portion of the frame, and a condenser, a compressor, and a receiver drier secured to the front portion of the frame. The condenser, the compressor, and the evaporator are operatively coupled together in fluid communication, and one or more condenser fans are secured to the front portion of the frame in operational engagement with the condenser.