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[@bradfordthompson8326]

You are amazing at fixing your trucks...its great fun to watch.....YOU AND BAILEY MAYBE ALSO AS A FUTURE SPONSER ...YOU AND BAILEY WOULD. MAKE GREAT PART TIME TRUCK DRIVING INSTRUCTORS....DRIVERS SHOULD HAVE A BASIC UNDERSTANDING.....

[@dajones1128]

Copper wiring lugs/DIY Terminals for large batteries and wiring terminals. Piece of COPPER TUBING. Use plumbing tool to flare ends so a wire can be easily pushed into the tubing. Hammer flat and DRILL a HOLE to make a lug terminal. No holes pieces make a cable splice connector. Can solder if so desired. Also make a perament JUMPER CABLES connector point to a circuit.

[@rolfsinkgraven]

Nice repair job, that generator gets a long life with you tinkering with it :-)

[@kenflodstrom]

Nice Back Camera Of Truck Video Take Care Good Day

[@johnm.evangelis693]

Thank God for that Dan, it sure is a lot cheaper and easier to fix then the alternator!

[@Jesse-le9bh]

Industrial strength generator. Nice that you can work on it. Thanks Dan for sharing. Always enjoy your videos. Take care.

[@johnm.evangelis693]

You definitely have gotten your moneys worth from that generator huh Super Trucker Dan the Man!!!

[@ACCAwashington]

With these new portable quiet generators that are out, why lug around that heavy old generator. Most of those new generators use less then a gallon of gas for 10hrs of use, 1000 -1200 Watts that can run an a/c unit and everything else. they have three year warranty and they costs around $400.00.

[@lenscap8925]

Dangerous diagnosis on the alternator...spinning parts next to YOUR personal parts!!! lol Stay safe! Put a date on the filters-where you can easily see it, for change interval verification

[@patreynolds7717]

Dan what worried me most was how close your clothing came to the rotating pulleys and belts. Carful Dan.

[@drivingwithryan5857]

Glad you moved your VOM leads. All I could see was them getting tangled in the flywheel. Good fix man. Keep up the good vids.

[@JPilot2]

G'day, Dan! Nice job! As you were wonderfully showing here, the little bit of resistance in a crusty connection will cause a voltage drop. (of course) Then leading to an alternator not charging. By the way, ride on! That is totally awesome! Your heading to Sandusky, OH!! (it's a home away from home) "Best known today as the home of Cedar Point amusement park, a 364-acre amusement park located on a Lake Erie peninsula in Sandusky, Ohio. Opened in 1870, it is the second-oldest operating amusement park in the United States." Safe travels! Thank you! Cheers! 🚛🛠✌🏼❤️

[@ryanremy1113]

I always wondered why trucks don't use the smaller, cheaper inverter generators that RV's use. They are so cheap and extremely reliable.

[@dennismckown3873]

i love the Petro in Rochelle, Ill. it was also close a shipper of frozen veggies that we use to pick up a lot, going west, mostly.

[@michaeljbrooks3320]

Sandusky..cool that's where I live.. Home of Cedar Point.. Its a pleasure having you come to our town.. :))

[@echo-qe4gw]

Hey, Dan, I enjoy your videos. I find them very interesting, thank you for taking the time to share your experiences with us. I notice you comment about trains from time to time, I am a retired CSX 40 year locomotive engineer. I also noticed your Army Veteran sign, thank you for your service, sir. I am a veteran of the USCG and US Navy. 😀

[@davidschabel4664]

That generator is keeping you busy, thanks for the ride along pull toy here.

[@KB-gs8zi]

Sir Dan !!!! Think that's a Carrier Unit is it not ??? Don't think a ThermoKing would last that long !!! Good video for others to watch & learn !! Have a good weekend & KEEP IT SAFE !!!

[@richorourke7872]

Good luck Dan your pretty smart Good job figuring it out. Hope everything goes well. Get some rest.

[@drec.134]

👏🏾👏🏾 great job checking your generator that would have cost you $300 bucks at a shop!

[@Waterman-wv2jx]

Quite a story on the Nippon Sharyo fail. One safety test fail and it all came down.

[@MrRocky551]

Good video, keep the rubber side down!

[@JMAC-rs6ey]

Safe travels Dan give em hell

[@2324jakemiller]

Looks like the Trailer be driving its self nice man good edits and video keep trucking man be safe this is too funny and cool love the adventures your showing alot of people how to have good bad time keep them coming man

[@2324jakemiller]

I defitanly learn alot and so do my brothers thanks for the videos keep posting

[@harleyhawk7959]

finding a simple fix, like receiving a gift.

[@mariushmedias]

May make sense to buy one of those rollable solar panels ...for example look up on Amazon : Uni-Solar PVL-136 PowerBond PVL 136 Watt 24 Volt 216-Inch x 15.5-Inch Flexible Solar Panel .... you get up to 136 watts at ~24v ... get a small MPPT charger and fill 1-2 12v batteries either from the solar panel when you unroll it or from your truck's alternator. It's not heavy at 17 pounds, and you can just roll it in a spool, if you need to use it you can just unroll it on the deck ... maybe even top up the batteries while you drive, if you don't use the whole length of the trailer.

[@johnm.evangelis693]

Wow that Kenworth is a beauty...

[@pauldietrich478]

Good troubleshooting on the alternator.

[@kens.3729]

Thanks for another great video, Dan. Have a great 👍 day ahead. Thanks!

[@gord2358]

Good luck with the generator situation

[@hoodlife8044]

I know we’re going to cross paths. We run the same lanes. Keep your radio turned on and up! Stay safe.

[@okcantbelieveit294]

I just use a jumper cable for doing that sort of repair. Overkill for wire diameter I know but at least it’s going to carry maximum voltage . Very interesting videos. 👍😁

[@steveurbach3093]

You should never run an alternator with NO LOAD. The voltages can soar and break down the diodes or regulator.

[@SteelyPaw]

Nice back up at that truck stop, only one try (unless you edited it lol)...... Nice deduction on figuring out what was wrong with the generator. Did you get your voltage meter at Tractor Supply, hahhahhaha......... Take care Dan...Wishing you good loads and safe driving..... Thumbs up! Very informative video too I might add.

[@t6tools]

Always great content. Really like the trailer view and the information about your loads. Appreciate the truck history info too.

[@joemoore8054]

Never park next to a refer trailer...unless you have to...LOL

[@patryk2497]

Joe Moore I pull a reefer and I always try my best to park away from people with no reefer units, not always so easy with limited space tho lol

[@russelltrupia4479]

Glad it was a simple fix Dan.

[@lonniemccovery4750]

Didn't see you at mercer this weekend. I left Sunday morning about 5am

[@archhoagland6192]

Hey Dan...I'm thinking if you ever want to retire from trucking you could open a generator repair shop.

[@watsok]

Working standing close to rotating machinery is VERY dangerous...especially with baggy clothing that the rotating fly wheel can catch and pull you into itself and grind you up.. Please think again about how to measure things so you are protected. Like the videos.

[@waynetaylor5390]

HI DAN, AND GOOD MORN TO YOU MY FRIEND. I WAS H. D. MECHANIC AS WELL AS OWNER OP. AND IF YOU WERENT IN IT YOU WERE WORKING ON IT, BUT AS YOU WELL KNOW, BEING ABLE TO MAKE REPAIRS YOURSELF SAVES A BOATLOAD OF 💲💲💲, FOR SURE. ANOTHER GOOD VIDEO, BE SAFE AND CAREFUL AND HAVE A BLESSED DAY, YOUR FRIEND WINNY FROM PGH., ✝️😇👏🙏👍

[@danielvrana9444]

Great show!!! Just one thing lose bibs around the generator belt and wheels not good. You would be standing there then the bibs get caught and rip your clothes off then you would lose your youtube rights because of NUDITY LMAO HAHAHA FUNNY! But the bibs no joke. Keep them coming and drive safe.

[@janeweldon8874]

Good fix on the gen.

[@davidanddiana7173]

Cool stuff Dan 👍😎

[@RetireWithLess]

Back to back Super Trucker Dan videos!

[@anastyb]

Looks like you bent some of the upper load with a binder chain on both sides. Take a look guys you see the yellow bent inward.

[@patryk2497]

anastyb nah you’re just seeing shit

[@dajones1128]

BIGGER WIRE: Just run 2 wires instead of one to increase current capacity of a wire so it does not get HOT. Make sure terminal is firming tighten to avoid loose connect heat. Add insulating grease to help keep out corrosion.

[@tazgee6609]

Not about to brag on you, but that's pretty good "blind-side" parking next to another rig.....First shot right-out-of-the-bag!!!! "No re-do's...Not bad for a beginner!!!! (LOL) Fess-up Dan....Did Teresa teach how to park that good????

[@SuperTruckerdan]

LOL Thanks for watching

[@Shuttletrain]

Next time your in Rochelle, bobtail to the Railfan Park.

[@MrJim0823]

Great Job Saved Some Money Well Done Thanks

[@blue.collar.man.]

The generator has definitely paid for it self many of times. Maybe it's not a bad idea to start looking at new generators or APU's.

[@jerrydevine8057]

It is supposed to be 97 degrees Monday and Tuesday in Louisville and humid heat index 115.

[@johndonovan7018]

i cant even poke outside. so humid i suffocate

[@josephdeffendoll3056]

Dan I know you are a grown up but please be careful around the pullies on your generator. I thought we were going to see your coveralls get caught in the pullies. It may have just been the angle of the camera but it looked to close. Please tell us how the load going to KY did. I understood why you just used chains because the metal would cut your straps. I am just curious on if you had to adjust the chains much on the trip.

[@rmeshr4282]

Dan, you need a load to Benson!! You look tired

[@larrycarpenter7719]

What Generator brand is that? I would say with that many years/hrs. Its a good one.

[@jasonpet1]

Nice repair for the generator. Just wondering if an APU would be able to run what you need instead? The generator seems to be breaking down a little more frequently. Nice video, and stay safe.

[@mikejohnson2070]

Given you have a 120vlt generator and places to park with shore power why not install a charger. I use Progressive Dynamics inteli-charger. Would give you great piece of mind.

[@dmix3622]

Hey Dan seems like your truck is holding up really nice. How do you like that Paccar motor overall? Very little issues from the videos you have put out. Seems like basic maintenance stuff. Hope all is well 👍

[@charlesdyer2376]

Pick U up a 12/24 volt jumper box from Amazon to keep in the truck cost about $350.00 for a good one. .

[@kelleyadventures9758]

Hey super trucker. I hope you enjoyed your weekend. I made some videos of my own. I also spoke about you and your channel. Give them a watch when you have the time

[@willey000000000]

coveralls kinda close to that flywheel .Be safe .

[@spencerbeales8965]

Don't get your coveralls caught in the pulley Dan.

[@dajones1128]

Alternators needs AIR FLOW for COOLING. Looks like you containment box does not allow for and air exchange as I see NO VENTING HOLES.

[@tpcdude]

shit-can the genset so much downtime. it will be working fine in the winter when you don't need it.

[@williamreedy5384]

Been in trucking way too long. Generaters are alternaters nowadays

[@mrjlbarrett5556]

Find you a wrecked RV get you a small Onan

[@captsirl]

I don't see why you don't get an inverter. 2 8D batteries will run a small house for a weekend. You can isolate them from the truck and have them as your house power.

[@steverone7623]

Possibly because he can be a tad heavier than 80k with the apu not so much with batteries and inverters -just a guess-

[@mrjlbarrett5556]

Looks like it would be more profitable . To Just buy a good used Onan Gen . My friend has a 4kW Onan Gen it was on a class C motor home . My god its dependable and quit .

[@nickplacencia3490]

Hey Dan you don’t think that switch you put on apu could have something do do with your generator problem?

[@im_not_mad]

What are you plugging up to in the truck? I’m not grasping that concept Dan, sorry

[@MrRocky551]

Air conditioning

[@bigunone]

Wondering if you could run a charger off the inverter so that if the 12 volt generator goes down it automatically starts charging the batteries?

[@Military-Museum-LP]

Hey Dan did you ever determine just how many hours you have on the generator? You said 20,000 hours once?

[@aureliorodriguez2839]

How much ur generator weigh ? It looks pretty heavy

[@drec.134]

Dan how is the PACAR engine holding up? Is your truck deleted? Is the truck a pre-emissions truck

[@bigunone]

He has to fill with Def so it isn't deleted

[@kylanm7053]

So far in a year or a little more since he bought the truck with the paccar he hasn't said hardly anything negative about it. He really wanted a Cummins but decided to roll the dice with a paccar engine due to the thousands of more dollars for a Cummins motor in a truck versus what he bought.

[@pamelastewart8274]

Hey Dan, is it an apu or just a generator. And what kind is it?

[@DLSWV]

👍😉.

[@Ram-yf7cz]

👍🏼

[@papaclint9650]

I'm not a trucker so any truckers out there tell me how that generator works, i mean why would his truck not start doesn't it run independent from the truck batteries ? Just wondering?

[@papaclint9650]

@Chuck that makes sense thank you

[@dominick253]

Dang. I wonder if the math actually works out for a generator. Between initial purchase, repairs, exct. I wonder if they could do cyclinder deactivation on a straight six like they do on Chevrolet v8s.

[@johndonovan7018]

DOD on chevrolets have ruined many engines. why the fuck do you want that in your commercial truck? research something before you speak of it. not to mention it doesnt really save shit in idle. and yes an apu is well worth it if just to eliminate engine vibrations in the cab completely. its only like 10k installed or less if you do it yourself. in trucking terms, thats NOTHING

[@rdfl]

Some states /cities do not allow truck idling at all, so APU is the way to go.

[@maxracingteam23]

And apu keeps the hours off the big engine

[@htown2818]

im new to trucking whats that generator for ?

[@MrBigR928]

👍

[@BIGBilly]

👍😎👍

[@chrisleon6238]

👍. 👍. 👌

[@uggy7]

👍👍🐕🇨🇦

[@1decks]

I remember that a few years ago you brought a new generator, whatever happened to that generator, or am I wrong?

[@briangardiner1015]

He bought one for the parts. It wasn't new.

[@1decks]

@@briangardiner1015 Thanks

[@chuckychuck]

👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@SFtruckerWolf]

Dooooonnnnnt start generator, get broken with out line to connection to battery, it will broken diods. It will load even after that, but when turn out it will leak battery empty.

[@tugaman1000]

You don't know what you are talking about.

[@paulm3481]

Second