First Ever Green APU Install On A Cabover

[@Gentryandsons]

Very well deserved brother

[@fsctrucking]

Thank you!

[@sandasturner9529]

SAME!

[@biggdawgg7455]

Ditto

[@TonyLasagna]

Tim!

[@leonardovalladares4315]

Diffinitely need happy you got it now u can sleep confortable much respect driving orwell with no ac.

[@blueovaltrucker]

Now that looks slick...it looks like it's been there since 84. Glad you finally pulled the trigger on this. No driver should be sweating while trying to sleep....you really needed this. Congrats Steve!

[@WorldTravelA320]

What did drivers do before APU's? Oh wait they idled.

[@690_5]

@@WorldTravelA320 Yeah, pouring out smog, burning fuel and sounding loud... No, I'm not an environmentalist, I drive a W9, lol.

[@WorldTravelA320]

@@690_5 tfb. I can sleep a hell of lot better with my main engine and a reefer trailer running VS that annoying lawnmower sounding toy that adds weight to a truck.

[@AMStationEngineer]

Eighteen years of my life was spent as an industrial engineer charged with the support of avionics vendors for Boeing (Commercial) Airplane Company, "BAC". Because of that tasking, I had to obtain an applicable Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic's Certification. As such, I see an absolutely perfect installation of a nicely designed system - which, if properly maintained, should last "damn near forever". They're nothing short of "First Class, All The Way"!!

[@azcactusflower1]

Look'n good. On the 1/4 fender, I'd add a mudflap as stuff will be slung up on the condenser

[@JohnSmith-lw2bm]

I was going to say that tire will sling crap at the apu, but they already thought of that with the 1/4 fender. Professional installers.

[@rpmfreak9150]

You have to appreciate their waiting facilitie , they have everything that you might need in it besides a restaurant built-in it. Great video Steve thanks for sharing.

[@michaelrocker9000]

They may not have a restaurant but they will call out to one if you want something to eat and get it for you. That's how nice they are. I doubt TK or Carrier would do that or even give you a walk though of their shop.

[@theannoyingbanana8730]

U created a crazy optical illusion with the green APU Trailer

[@archiereid4474]

U need mud flaps at back off front wheel to keep the condenser and fan clean

[@robertclark9]

I like how they upgrade to serpentine belts. Gonna last longer and be a hell of a lot easier to change. And that clean well organized shop wasn’t staged. It’s always that way. Nice neat detailed workmanship on the install. Good company.

[@shaunjr89]

Nice to see high quality stuff Made in USA.👍👍

[@WhoYouDrew]

You looked happy as a kid in a candy shop and I loved every second of it!

[@richardhargrave5016]

WOW. They did a beautiful job. Looks like it was supposed to be there from the factory.

[@jeffcooper5789]

My thoughts exactly.

[@bostedtap8399]

Spot on.

[@777Timberwolf]

Steve, you DO deserve that brand NEW A/C Heater. I'm very glad to see that gets installed right there. I can imagine that how you went through all those different season cuz my Nissan truck don't have A/C but does have heater. This is one of the best videos to watch.

[@markpivik6211]

Great video Steve, hopefully the unit serves you and Orwell a very long time. Stay safe out there my friend and keep the videos coming and always travel safely catch you on the next one.

[@rob3732]

It was great to see that big smile on your face when the APU was installed 👍👍.

[@benjaminspencer6507]

You are the 2nd you tuber trucker that I have seen get the Green APU. Justin at Just Trucking got one installed last year. He loves it.

[@robertbrake9927]

That’s well deserved for a man who has kicked it Old School and payed his dues. Turned out great.

[@Twister-10228]

Nice in house Green APU video Steve, now all Green APU needed was a food truck to stop by for a bit to feed everyone. Looks very good and enjoy knowing you can sleep comfortable, while saving some money on fuel cost and save Orwell's wear on idling the Cat engine. Keep the rubber on the road and take care.

[@fsctrucking]

They order lunch for drivers during installation.

[@Twister-10228]

@@fsctrucking very nice

[@glennjukes5581]

Wow--what a great upgrade for yourself. Most likely best money ever spent to actually save money/.

[@deluxetransport3208]

Perfect fit, I would run a mud flap lower on the 1/4 fender. And, yeah fantastic engineering job on the installation. If you're excited now, just wait till you use it and get spoiled. 👍👍

[@maxpuppy96]

Game changer especially in a cabover, people don't know how cold those things get.

[@davidturk6170]

Plus, it will heat the engine (through the water) for quicker and easier cold weather starts.

[@TheByard]

That was a big shout out to Green APU, now that's the way to do business, let you film the production line and installation. I think it will drum up more business for them. I though did come to mind is fitting locks to the APU cover, to deter theft or tampering in truck stops etc. I don't know if it's a problem but better to be on the safe side. It won't be such a chore to get out of bed on a cold winter's morning. Stay safe out there and thanks for posting. Scam alert. Just received a scam note to the above comment, saying I had won a package don't be taken in with it.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@danielrapoza8468]

Steve, Great behind the scenes video. Awesome unit with a rock solid engine the is great on fuel consumption. You will definitely love it, and enjoy its comfort. Dan

[@daviddonaldson6069]

I have a thermoking, and it's a pain to service, a bunch of screws to get to it. That looks so easy.

[@rob4334]

Great little engine and set-up for the extreme conditions you have in usa . Nice cab over better than having huge repayments in tough time stay safe

[@righteousvw]

Always cool to be allowed to watch or be involved in new and cool things now the cab over is fully dressed for winter

[@glens2036]

That's awesome Steve. And no more hard starts in the winter. Orwell should fire right up. This was a really cool video, thank you for sharing this!

[@davidturk6170]

And will charge the batteries if the truck sits for awhile.

[@glens2036]

@@davidturk6170 True. Cold is harder on batteries in winter. So not only keep the truck and engine warm, batteries too.

[@TricksterColonel]

That was really cool, enjoyed seeing how the Green APU system worked. And it makes everything 100% better for you in the future! 😃

[@michaelrocker9000]

Dotti is a real sweetheart.. Eric is great as well. You don't get this kind of service from Thermo King or Carrier. What you didn't mention is that most of the parts on the APU can be bought at most auto part stores like the serpentine belt oil filter and a few others. Congrats on the APU. Old School meets the Modern Age. What got me in the beginning of the video it looked like you were connected to the Green APU trailer. I follow some truckers that have a Green APU and had no problems with them except for one. They call themselves @No Luck Trucking. It's a husband and wife team that haul for Land Star. When ever I watch their videos Matt is always whining or complaining or patting himself on the back like he was able to do something he thinks that no other trucker has done before. I need to ask Dotti for a hoodie.

[@fsctrucking]

You are correct. I will mention that in the future.

[@michaelrocker9000]

@@fsctrucking Thanks Steve. I just spoke to Dotti about an hour ago to let her know you dropped a video of the tour. She is sending me a hoody. We speak every few months. When I make my 2 hour runs to the VA I always mention the Green APU on my CB when i am on I-40 heading to Asheville NC. BTW I am glad that it was the yellow Pete you almost blew up and not Orwell. Enjoy your new Green APU. I think a Green APU would look great on Tim Gentry's International CO. 😃😃😃 Stay safe and please use the closed captions. PLEASE. Even with headphhone on it's hard to hear over the background noise.

[@jasontengan1233]

No doubt, she is knowledgeable about their product, love her heels!

[@donalddodson7365]

Welcome to the modern world of creature comforts. Look forward to next winter and seeing you get up in a warm cab! Orwell will like to avoid those sputtering 2 minute long cold starts, too. Safe travels.

[@randyogburn2498]

Great video. I learned about trucks from my dad & air conditioning from my job. I knew about apu's but I've never seen one built & installed before. I also found the drivers waiting area very thoughtful.

[@jessesager9460]

Looks like a real nice install. It’s almost like that spot on Orwell was made for it. Now you can finally rest in comfort 👍🏻

[@philipmichel215]

Well early Merry Christmas to you! Glad to see you getting this upgrade for Orwell, truly long overdue and well deserved!

[@normanbrunt2053]

I like Green's workshop. Everything is clean, neat, tidy, and organized. I think that the staff is dedicated to what they do.

[@shakiepete7782]

That was one great investment. I'm happy for you as a fellow trucker. I hope it last a long time. No sleeping extra hours because you are constable now. Hey be safe out there and save on fuel ⛽️

[@billywhite3020]

Love them old cabover keep them alive

[@charlesroer972]

Slick set up , not too much noise . I like the utilization of cooling and exhaust . The proof is how well u are satisfied !

[@carlthor91]

Steve, great install. Can't wait to see how it does in the winter. Best wishes from the far North.

[@atsdroid]

Charged batteries, and warmer engine...I can't wait for those videos either! The thing must have limits, and it'll be very interesting to see how close to them Steve gets as we get closer to the winter driving season. Orwell never did like the cold, and I don't expect instant starts, but hopefully this'll put an end to those very long crank times and really rough idles as it struggles to warm up enough even to fire properly on all cylinders.

[@hunter-maple01]

Thats a major upgrade 😁 deffinatly a good choice and very well needed for you! They did a great job instaling it

[@twitafftwitaff7029]

Just in time for your winter. Also the APU does not look out of place on Orwell. 👍👍

[@michaelrocker9000]

Even though with most trucks it's a simple install but they will work with the customer in the case of a custom install like they did with Steve

[@scotttucker1698]

Another great video. Thank you for the tour and explanation of how the APU is built and works.

[@danielseelye6005]

Fantastic for you and Orwell getting that APU, and Congrats on 70K, Steve! 😁👍

[@raywilson800]

The closest I ever had to an APU was 2 deep cycle batteries running an inverter and wired into the alternator charging system. I had a switch on it to turn it off when the batteries got charged. It worked pretty good. I called it my "redneck" APU

[@kristoffermangila]

That APU of yours is pretty inventive, quieter too... Carrier sells a battery-power APU, as well.

[@Airon79]

Those huge car audio systems usually have extra batteries . Although I don't think an on/off switch is necessary as the factory battery system if you hooked it up parallel with the factory installed battery for an 12v system .

[@garryfloyd883]

That is so cool you and Orwell deserve this good luck my friend

[@erikwilliam1254]

0:27 At that angle i thought you had the reefer trailer and not the lowboy which had me give the raised eyebrow look for a second. Would have been different that's for sure.

[@ditzy_neko3362]

Best of wishes to you. I'm very happy to see you get the APU you needed so badly.

[@damarkushammond8775]

U needed it Brother. Now u don't have to idle the truck all night when ur parked an still can stay warm or cool. Plus ur ready for the winter now. I'm happy for u 💯

[@joeziegler9054]

We have 2 of those Komax wire machines in our plant they are badass! Thanks for sharing good job.

[@spruno9689]

Good luck on your new apu. All the best. Great informative video.

[@bigdaddystep.]

It’s amazing to see a $10k apu on an $10k cabover. It really make u think. The world really can be yours.

[@MegaEaglelover]

Saaaaayyyy what?????…. Totally Awesome 😎 Brother Steve.. Very well Deserved. I know it will serve ya great🤘🏼🤠….. U an Orwell are makin History by bein the First Cab Over

[@andrewar7847]

I will never drive without an APU again. They are a must have in my opinion.

[@davidbreman2494]

Steve that's really nice how that is done on a cab over you videoing this being the first cab over to have an APU now truck drivers that have or own cab overs know that APU can be installed, just imagine how much wear time is saved on your engine not just that fuel cost. Steve your my number 1 trucker drivers that I watch

[@darylthisdelle7702]

Well FSC by far that was the best video you have put out. It’s on every truckers mind. Sleeping in a cab when you can see your breath is not the way to do things . It’s not 1930 anymore. Trying to sleep in a truck with sweat rolling down your face is just not the way to go. Yup we have all done at sometime in our driving days. I use to run an old Freight Shaker that was so cold in the winter. No air circulation in the summer so you baked at night. Great great video. You have probably helped out a pile of guys that were sitting on the fence on wether to buy one. Wow best video yet FSC, let’s break out , it’s Polka Time.. Have a great and a safe day, happy trails.

[@mrmotofy]

There's other options for heat though. The challenge has always been A/C. I think the RPMs are a lil high but they do have a different pulley to put on if desired. I'd opt for that.

[@pauldillinger2286]

Love the walk through of green apu factory. Was amazing. I know you made orwell so happy. He doesnt have to be to hot or to cold you either. I thought it might take up a lot of room and change the way orwell looked in a bad way. Looks so good and the way they ran the heater and ac hoses looked so professional. I love orwell and how well you take care of that beautiful cab over. Keep up the great work and keep showing other people that loves cab overs beautiful and still work its cab over ass off. Loved the video.

[@bradmyers3327]

Steve......that was an Awesome video right there.

[@FeatherFoot_VRC]

I’m hoping you are enjoying the APU on Orwell. It’s cool they were willing to make a project on installing an APU on a cab over. You can now have AC in the summer time now.

[@Youmommacallsme]

I've always went to junk yards and pulled them off wrecked trucks. Saved me alot of money. But u did get a warranty with yours so thats awesome. Congratulations on it. You'll love it.

[@todd1hd]

How many you pulled?

[@Youmommacallsme]

@@todd1hd 3. But I know where there is 1 more I don't need it but I might just buy it to have.

[@threynolds2]

The most impressive part of the installation is the re-engineering of truck parts that have nothing to do with the Green APU unit.

[@fsctrucking]

That's how you can tell how one's mind works. Re-working parts to fit in other than intended fashion.

[@CircleD1]

Much better video with tons more information than JustTrucking's video when he got his installed.NoLuckTrucking has one as well and he said this past summer he was in out west in 116 degree weather and in the truck stop he was in lots of other brand APU's were dying from the heat but his Green APU just kept chugging along keeping them nice and cool.

[@adco]

Dotti and the crew did me a great job!

[@michaelstansfield319]

That's a serious upgrade to Orwell. 👍

[@turkeyslayer63]

Class A install they did an awesome job for a 1st time ever COE

[@moegeek]

That was a nice installation! They seem very knowledgeable and know their product well. Nice!

[@charlesprice7790]

I made tye mistake of putting a thermoking on mine, has been nothing but problems from day one! Always wished i had went with the green apu . Very clean install and location. Cant wait to see how it holds up over time.

[@michaelc9128]

A TK unit is better than a Carrier unit

[@michaelrocker9000]

From a few that I know that have them they have nothing but nice things to say about them with the exception of No Luck Trucking. Matt the husband of a team bitched and moaned so much the Green APU swapped out their unit at no charge. I have heard other complain about the Tri Pac units and unlike the Green they are not so easy to service. You also don't have that big ass ugly looking fan bolted on the back of the sleeper..

[@bostedtap8399]

Looks a great addition to the truck, company looks great 👍. Cables and hose routing is a specialist art, that looked fantastic, well done Sir. Orwell is going to be split big time Steve. Well done Green APU for their hospitality, great amenities for the truck driver. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelholmes562]

Steve and Orwell.....CONGRATULATIONS BROTHA.....STAY COOL AND SNUGGLY WARM SIR. GOD BLESS YOU.

[@brianbyrd3685]

That's awesome at least you will be roasty toasty in the winter. And nice and cool in the summer time 🤗

[@timsebastian5758]

Very interesting and informative video steve. I noticed in the small compartment above your new green APU a hose towards the back has a big ole hole in it if you havent already saw it.

[@08Street14]

This is awesome, looks like a well designed system

[@chrisclark8809]

Wow, that's awesome: especially on their first cabover install! You can show it off & so can you👍👍🍻 Good luck with your new green APU! I hope they work for everyone & aren't too much on the wallet🚛🚫💸💳🧾

[@rickweissmann7101]

Happy for you brother. Well deserved.

[@christopherabbood8181]

Ha, I just knew thats what it was! May she serve you for a long time Steve!

[@evelynwilson7586]

Steve, Great addition to the classic, keep’um running. DW W

[@OldassBoomer]

Great addition. I’m happy for you!

[@eddieweigel9490]

Those kubota diesels are fantastic little engines last forever

[@HyperActive7]

I think I learned something about a Green APU today I didn't know. And look at you with your automatic cab jack.. :D

[@delmermccall242]

Happy to see you have a green apu on Orville some Crome rims And Walla beautiful truck Brunswick ga Ps stay warm in the winter and cooler in summer

[@robertalan2427]

Nice to see u reward urself....

[@donmccord]

That’s awesome Steve you deserve it !! I was thinking of placing apu’s on both my k100 and 362 in that location on under the cabs I just don’t know how the exhaust works on them let me know how that works out

[@Greg_Gatsby]

Orwell, welcome to the 21st century. I’m glad to see that quarter fender protecting the APU. I was wondering about the steer tire filling that cooling fan with trash. Good content. 👍

[@quintinvandermeulen1513]

Tis is real nice contant! Tx for this episode. As an experienced front wheel driver, I want to give you a tip. Hang a mudflap under your mudguard. This gives you extra protection for your APU.

[@bradybrown766]

Steve on them hot summer days and cold winters your going to love the green apu. I would love to find a cabover like Orwell with a single axle to pull my 5th wheel just dreaming. Steve take care and watch out for them steering wheel holder.

[@markpowell4701]

Thanks for the walk threw, shop video. I wonder what it looks like installed with conventional cab?

[@richardhoneywell7411]

Great video Steve you really deserve that APU unit. Looks great on Orwell their first cab over. Green APU facility is awesome for the driver while get it serviced or complete install. Thanks for sharing stay safe Steve.

[@bradstover4937]

So happy for you Steve...You deserved it...Stay safe out there.

[@matthew52407]

Another thumbs up for me!! Safe travels!!

[@Sigouss]

Man, the American Cabover looks slick!

[@kymw7833]

Ah Steve long overdue you and Orwell keep us ENTERTAINED you can stay on the road now in comfort ,and isn't the green company great to see American enginuity going strong stay safe mate Kym Adelaide

[@j.d.865]

Remember when I drove for van pak in 04 05 got a new Volvo with a apu unit that thing was great. If the truck batteries died turn apu on wait 5 min boom truck start right up. Also came with a 2500 volt converter.

[@scottbaker1018]

Orwell is a absolute old school bad azz . Good job fezchac

[@northstar2007]

another guy I watch had one installed on his truck, its awesome. last I heard he loved it and it kicks butt

[@wilburroth5150]

That`s excellent Steve, long overdue. Hope you get full enjoyment out of it. Ever going to fix the factory air in Orwell?

[@LT.X380]

Congratulations 👏. Drive safely my friend. Enjoy your apu . God bless you 🙏.

[@raymondjones5286]

Let's see some new rims on that truck. Enjoy watching your videos really nice ride.

[@davidschabel4664]

nice clean install,unit looks good and will improve your comfort allowing to work more relaxed, save money too, little engine less fuel. I had Onans on my last two trucks, enjoy, pull toy here

[@TEACHA101]

For a little bit I thought your trailer was the one 'green APU'. dang what an elusion.

[@fsctrucking]

That was not intended. But still cool!

[@pitbull4029]

Looks good Steve well deserved congrats. Now you just need to replace that one rear tire rim .

[@leonardmsl68]

Injoy the heat this winter

[@ashuprashar3479]

grt work. keep cool in hot summers and warm in winters 👌👌👌