New truck, new “APU” air conditioner installed.

Installing a new air conditioner in the WesterStar. Using the existing window, I just unscrewed the window frame, popped the window out, made a templet of the window, cut out and framed the opening to install an 8,000 BTU window A/C Unit. I have it running with a 2000/1600 Watt inverter generator from harbor freight. From initial testing, it seems to be able to keep the inside sleeper cool enough. You can contact me at
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[@Abejorro562]

I've had this set up for 5 yrs now. Saved me lots of $$$ According to my buddy who got an apu he says apu dnt do very well in extreme hot weather. I run a 10,000 ac unit w a honda 3000 watt generator & i can almost make it snow 🤣😂

[@briantruck2284]

💯👍

[@thanatoskatakrima5864]

I put a black 5000 btu a/c unit from Walmart in my Expedition and run it with my Honda 2200 if I sleep during the day and run it with my ecoflow 3600 power bank at night for quiet’s sake 😁 Nice and cool 🥶 all the time!

[@JessK4]

How long does a tank of fuel last running that AC non stop? Thinking about buying a similar setup.

[@Abejorro562]

@@JessK4 10,000 btu artic ac unit runs longer w my honda 3000 (12-14 hrs 3 gal tank) but runs cooler w my Onan 4000 (10-11 hrs) 5 gal tank

[@tnt666tnt]

I work for a dealer that sells APUs. this is a great idea really. The cost of maintence on the APUs is insane. Plus the cost to buy one of our systems is 15K CND plus.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Some people just don't understand this!!! Of course most of the people that leave a negative comment saying how GREAT and APU is, usually do not own their equipment and have NO IDEA what it cost to maintain or the full cost to install an APU. Thank you for your comment!

[@mikeevans7082]

I did the same thing in my tractor make sure you tilt the air conditioner back so it can drain outside not out the front area

[@CashisKingtrucking]

Hey brother just found your channel. Cool idea and video. Sometimes the real truckers channels gets buried on KZbins

[@DrivingByBraille]

I just do me man. Nothing special.

[@ninafalana7561]

Thank you so much for this video dude! I have an older truck 88’ WestStar. Rides great 😊 Just can’t find the bracket for my Air Compressor. Bought everything I needed. Was so pissed 😠 I’m definitely doing this this weekend! Once again, great vid!

[@supremekingjesus425]

I'm still thinking of doing the same thing, but I don't know if I should go with the window unit or with the mini split just so I don't gotta cut a bigger hole, but both of these ideas are great. I'm glad that you post this video

[@JB-ut7mu]

Im an owner operator . I have predator 3500 generator with 6 gallon extended run tank , 7000btu portable ac , and Noco genius pro 25 amp charger to charge , maintain and repair batteries when I'm taking my 10 . I have that set up for little more then a year now and I'm glad i didn't spend 12k$ on termoking apu lol . I bought generator on sale with 20% off so it costed me only like 700$, genius pro 25 amp charger was 425$, 25ft good extention cord 25$, and ac was 350$, overall I've only spent 1500$ . With this setup i can buy new generator every year and still save money over buying apu lol . Im surprised not many owner operators do it .

[@otee670]

Great work. Keep it up.

[@smailcatic7610]

Nice solution, I used to have an apu i paid 10.800 dollars this shit keeps braking down is waste time and money

[@kaixinwang1672]

why not use truck parking air conditioner,

[@superfly4137]

Which brand?

[@richlymann6451]

2 years later seeing this video... That’s excellent Sir , I’ve put my window unit in the passenger side door window,

[@r.c.shenanigans819]

Great set up.. awesome idea

[@gregb7840]

Thx very much as a fresh O/O it's a good thing that more experience O/O pass on their knowledge to the young truck drivers like me...that's gona save me at least 10k$...thx so much.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Good deal man.

[@warcox]

Great job!! Very smart and cost efficient. I only hear horror stories from owner operators with APUS and the cost of maintenance.

[@dmitryk.2866]

imo the best way will be this unit & solar power system with batteries inverter, should be ~$3000 diy

[@franklinmendoza9568]

Awesome video. Thanks!!!

[@puropaisa3294]

Thanks for the idea I got the same ac problem with my truck ac I fixed every ones a year they only work for like 4 months and they stop working I take to the dealer for better results but same I see some drivers use the same sistem on passenger window for sleep a night time thanks for the idea

[@Restless2010]

Great video! Now I run a 5000btu in the passenger window. It's powered with the new harbor freight 4500watt inverter generator and is very quiet. To heat the cab I use a Chinese Diesel heater. I have a block heater but I only use that when parked at home, I plug it in the night before I want to leave, then I turn the Chinese diesel heater on an hour or two before I want to leave so the cab gets nice and warm inside. The only time I idle the truck is if it's under 15° outside through the night when out on the road, I don't like starting the engine when it's too cold I feel like it's hard on the motors when you do that. Obviously as it gets down below 0° I run the truck to keep the diesel in the tanks warm. Still not often do I need to do that though. Finally I run an inverter like you would see in an ambulance or an RV for the benefits of the Shore power, I like it plugged in at home to maintain the battery's and keep the refrigerator running so I don't need to empty it over the weekends. This particular inverter also has saved me in a pinch on more than one occasion where I have drained batteries too low to start the motor. I will get my inverter generator out start it up plug it into my shore power socket and within about 7 to 8 minutes the batteries are charged enough to crank the motor over. These things are all I need out here on the road to keep me comfortable and happy. If I need a new AC I go to the local hardware or department store and buy a new one to replace it, same as with a generator. There is No need for me to find a mechanic or authorized dealer/repair shop for an APU unit and no need to spend 10,000 plus dollars getting one installed.

[@mrmacmac1000]

Man good job on the system! I've been running the same generator with a floor standing ac for about 3 years. But I'm planning on getting a window ac because They're more efficient then the floor standing ac.

[@DrivingByBraille]

So far mine makes it pretty much snow in the back. The thing works great! And the generator has ran over 10hr consistently. Of course once it stays 90-100 degrees at night, I might have to install a extended tank. But already have one on hold and ready if that happens.

[@DarkLionKing1]

I hace a system with a portable ac/heater with the house going to the little window on the side of my truck. I add 5 batteries on top the 3 that my truck already has and add and extra alternator. The problem with this is that even though I have 8 batteries the system won't last more than 2 hours and the batteries gets depleted, and because my truck is a 2000 century the insulation is pretty bad and the floor gets way to hot and the roof as well so I need to work on my insulation and getting one of those predators to avoid keeping my truck on cuz even at idle and the 2 alternator, it doesn't generate enough energy to keep the ac or heater on, just when is at over 1300 rpms. But thales batteries cost me nothing as I had it there laying and the ac I bought rebuilt on Ebay for $180, the extra alternator for $160 and the double zero cables for $70. Its being a big learning process as I had to learn how to solder the terminals to the cables as just crimping won't stop the rust and many other issues, but I have being with this system for 2 years already and has worked somehow good enough but not good enough lol.

[@SuperSYMPATHIZER]

What floor standing do you have. And how good does it cool

[@marlenealbart6579]

❤ love it. By the way those APU are from $20k and up. So good deal it works for you.

[@cyruszeyleekariuki5557]

This is th setup iam coming up with, I love it here 🥺😭

[@jesust6101]

That's a good idea for a mini split.

[@briananderson3801]

I use the 5000 but units they work on eco mode real good 100degrees in Texas it keeps the truck stays at what ever I set it to

[@EASTCOASTIMPERIAL]

Hi I’ve been burning up with an LG portable AC. It’s not efficient, works cool for five minutes then blows hot air. I have a 2009 cascadia, I agree with you on having a generator and an AC. I just bought a 6k BTU and plan on installing in the sleeper door on passenger side. BTW, predator 2k is a great and reliable generator YEAR ROUND!!!!!

[@kamilborys9488]

Great idea, I will also buy a generator and portable air conditioner, save money $$$$$$

[@elchicanotrucks]

Hopeful on jumpy roads it doesn’t fall lol

[@Abejorro562]

Oh i forgot to mention, i also hooked up a sm sears oldschool battery charger near my battery box to charge my batteries whn needed... 1 cold winter my compressor froze, i used my honda gen, extension & a sm heater under hood to get it goin again lol tht generator really does come in handy

[@rolexx71]

I got same thing generator but my ac 5000 btu goes on windows passenger side and yes Honda generator works more than 10 hour with one thank

[@nokemavideos3737]

The ghetto ac kit classic 👌

[@dafu788]

Great 👍

[@blueovaltrucker]

DOT is gonna have a blast with you someday.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Why is that? No rule or law against anything I had done. Had many DOT inspections with this setup. Be educated before you comment when you have no idea.

[@EASTCOASTIMPERIAL]

@@DrivingByBraille Lol @ “DOT is gonna have a blast with you”

[@adamabdullah4829]

Hey sir! Thank you for sharing your ideas, great job! I was searching videos like this and one only question is about what is going to happen with unit if I will run over the bad road or roads under construction?

[@DrivingByBraille]

As long as it’s secured you should be OK. Remember, The bumps you feel are not as bad on the sleeper. The sleeper absorbs the bumps a lot better. There is another guy that commented. I believe he drives in the oil fields off road. And his is fine.

[@adamabdullah4829]

Driving By Braille Thanks again! Yep I saw one guy has mini split ac on his truck. Seems no problem at all:)

[@armandomendoza3167]

Have you thought about a military Diesel generator? I can see the positive side on a bassic simple gas generator. Go to any Harbor Freight store or Lowes or Home Depot.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Yes. I looked at diesel generators. The only benefit I seen was not needing to fill it as I could tap into the trucks tanks. I found the benefits of gas, for my operation, out weighed a portable diesel generator. Gas was cheaper, quieter, lighter, easily removed, and better or fuel efficiency. But again, that was just my operation. People need to do what would be best for them.

[@armandomendoza3167]

@@DrivingByBraille I dont blame you. As you said we all have to do what is best for us. Nevertheless the set up is practical and cost effective and efficient. Just keep us posted after several months. Another thing I was thinking. You might find a reasonable gas tank. In summitracing.com. something that you can bolt on the frame that has reasonable space and fuel capacity size. Just a thought. Good job on the set up. It helped me out.

[@SuperSYMPATHIZER]

How’s this working now?? Any problems or tweeks??

[@lonewolf5316]

I will be doing the same thing. after visiting various forums the tri paks are nice until they break. i read alot of comments on belts going out and alternator issues!!! do you use a space heater in cold climates or do you just run the bunk heater???

[@wuxianku]

I feel split ac unit will be much better

[@goldysingh9586]

Hey is it still working after 5 years. I installed a split on mine the gas leaked after 6 months. Thinking about doing this

[@sethjohnson6539]

I was thinking about doing that with my SUV I'm glad you made this video hey please let me know how that worked out for you

[@DrivingByBraille]

I no longer have this truck. But worked out perfect. Kept the back nice and cool.

[@compasstrans]

Nice job! Question: How do you deal with cold air that could come through unit during the winter?

[@DrivingByBraille]

There is a cover that goes on the outside of the unit. Keeps wind, rain and does a pretty good job at insulating. The truck has a Webasto heater installed also.

[@briananderson3801]

Spray the wood with flex seal like paint it will seal the whole peice of wood u can probably get the dark blue flex seal to match

[@davinderpalsinghthind291]

So true about company drivers or leased guys

[@clintonkirker5154]

An apu means auxiliary power unit , so by definition what you made is an APU, but for the convenience of an integrated system, I did pay that $10,000. The convenience of having my engine coolant heated in the winter, my batteries always charged, my heat and AC come on at the press of a button and the fact that I don’t have to carry around a gas can makes it worth the money. I will never knock down a person for doing what’s best for him.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

I hope you didn't get the Tripac, I do and I regret it. There's hundreds of vids on here of Tripacs failing, and so many complaints. My board has been replaced 3 times in five years, repeatedly throwing fault codes and shutting down. I bought the arctic package, it doesn't work, doesn't come on when batteries get low. My point is... if you have not had problems with your apu, I'm happy for you, but me and many other owners absolutely have valid reasons for hating on the apu. Don't get offended, no one attacked you personally.

[@clintonkirker5154]

@@TheRoadhammer379 I had a 2016 tripac and had to replace the water pump in 2017 and again in 2018. Other that that it was pretty reliable. The truck it was on was destroyed in early 2019 and my new truck has a carrier. I very much dislike the electric heat it provides.

[@noly927]

Good wy

[@vg8606]

👍 thats all

[@continentaltransport9668]

How many hours you get on a full tank?

[@sannajo6742]

How is this working? Was the air conditioner powerful enough? Do you also run it off an in inverter?

[@DrivingByBraille]

Works great! The hottest it’s been was around 80 degrees. The heat has not arrived yet, even in Arizona, so I have not had the chance to test it out in 100+ yet. But so far it works great! If you had a 2000watt inverter, It might work. But your truck batteries would be drained within the hour. It’s the amps that will kill the batteries.

[@DarkLionKing1]

I would like to see if you can give me an update on how your generator is doing and where you installed it as I had problems with them with the vibration, the break easily but I have used the ones that are shipper and have tubes that protect them. Leaving them outside and getting all the raing, snow and all kinds of dirt screw them easily, the vibration breaks their rubber supports so I don't know how this generators that are enclosed will react to all this issues. That's why I rather use a power inverter with 8 batteries and 2 alternators but the energy stored will only last for about 2 hours and the alternators doesn't produce enough energy at idle neither, so I can only use it whe running and the rpms are over 13000. I have an old 2000 century and have already spent thousands trying to fix the ac with not much luck so that's why I went this way and on top of all that, the insulation of my truck is BS and either the floor as the roof gets way to hot and the ac can't work all that heat and just shoots off so I have to run with the windows open sometimes.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Regular batteries won’t work. As you see you only get 2hrs. Look up 6volt batteries or golf cart batteries. You run them together. I forget the whole way of hooking them up. But there is tons of info on KZbin about running an a/c with 6volt golf cart batteries and solar panels. Might be a better solution. As far as the generator. I use to just leave it in the passenger side of the truck and took it out when I needed it. Recently I strapped and chained it to the side I’ve the truck and seems to be doing good.

[@DrivingByBraille]

@@pep5772 uhh.. yeah, I’ll stick with my $500 genny

[@markm0000]

I also think the standard APU system is stupid. It uses up most of the storage space under the bed and it’s crazy expensive for what you get. Those cheap engines make a lot of noise and it’s hard to park near shippers without someone calling security. I’m doing this same thing but with a roof unit and diesel generator under the cab. That way I can route the exhaust into the trucks exhaust so it’s quiet at night. Also, I don’t get that cold air blasting right in my face and the unit gets the hottest air from high up. It’s also good to insulate the cab because what you get from freightliner is junk.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Agree. My Mack has a roof top unit on it. Make sure you get at least a 3000 watt generator and install a hard start capacitor on the A/C unit. I have been told that if you install a capacitor, the A/C can run with a 2000 watt generator.

[@markm0000]

@@DrivingByBraille That's really nice to know. Thank you :-)

[@Pete379Xra]

A 10000 BTU mini split AC would work also.

[@tyflesh]

Mini split would be the way to go! You get heat and ac, he'll only get ac with one of these units..

[@carlcofr]

Did you ever have any problems with D.O.T. about your A.C. unit?

[@DrivingByBraille]

No, why would it be a problem?

[@DEHDON13]

People if it's an axillary power unit it's an apu. That includes generators.

[@compasstrans]

Hi, How is soundproof with it. Is it much louder on the highway or it's same? I mean, can you hear outside noise through the unit when you driving?

[@DrivingByBraille]

No. The piece of wood is either 3/4 or 1 inch thick. No noise while driving.

[@compasstrans]

@@DrivingByBraille Thank you for reply. I was thinking about unit itself, but if you say no noise, then no noice:)

[@rayanalexander8941]

Hey there bud how did you wire up the radiator fan on your older video? And can I have more than one fan to cool it better or would that put strain on the generator?

[@DrivingByBraille]

Just get a 12v plug. They are different looking. And just wire it up to the fan. You could get real professional and tie in a veritable temp gauge and controller. But I didn’t see a need for anything like that. But it wouldn’t be difficult to do that. For 2 fans you might need to wire up some kind of relay or resistor I would think.

[@rayanalexander8941]

Driving By Braille will one fan work in a 3500 watt generator ? Maybe a stupid question but I just need some help with this. Thank you

[@DrivingByBraille]

Yes. Technically you don’t need a fan if it is outside a box or the box is open. If you have an enclosed box it will get too hot.

[@rayanalexander8941]

Driving By Braille thank you so much.

[@briananderson3801]

U should use marine ply wood that's what they use on boats

[@douglazamar8889]

why arent thete generators that run on diesel?

[@cyruszeyleekariuki5557]

Diesel ones are quite expensive, i was looking @ the cheapest, was like 3k and obove

[@mikeevans7082]

Also I have mine so I can run off my generator or a converter

[@Addddam21]

Love your APU Idea, how is it working out for you currently

[@DrivingByBraille]

Love it. Gets it down to 62. Would never go to an APU. I just talk to a guy that spent 8k on a used APU.. installed, warranty.out the door. Had it installed in April. Already needs almost $1000 in repairs. If my A/C goes out.. 300$ if my generator dies.. $450 for less then he has to spend on repairs and going to a shop. I can go to Home Depot or Lowe’s and walk out with a whole new system and be running by that night. Look how many people on KZbin having APU problems. Taking days or weeks to get them fixed.

[@Addddam21]

See am thinking about the predator 3500 watt, and a stand up portable ac unit 8,000 btu. Going to cost me only 1000 dollars, there’s no way in hell I would spend 8k or 12k for a custom made APU, F that. As long as your happy and your saving money that’s all that matters. I know how it feels it’s tough out there. So keep up the inspiration

[@DrivingByBraille]

I was think about a portable one when I had my Mack because I didn’t want to cut a hole in the roof. I seen and read a few people that have them. They just vent it out their passenger side wind or you can run the vent under your bunk and under you cab. Kinda like with the Webasto bunk heaters how it vents from the bottom.

[@ogm19881]

Don't they make window units that also are heaters. I'm thinking about doing this but with either a heater/ AC unit, or a mini split AC

[@DrivingByBraille]

Yes the do. One like this with a heater I believe was around $600. Those split/euro A/C are nice. And I think it would work good. Only reason I didn’t go that route is because I will probably turn this truck in and didn’t want to drill any holes.

[@maximumchaos01]

As far as heaters go I would recommend getting an espar d2... they put out 7000 BTU and only use 1/10 of a gallon of fuel per hour... I used one to heat my addition for a winter.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Truck had factory installed Webasto Heater.

[@briananderson3801]

Can't paint silicone paint won't stick

[@calebmanuel17]

Do you have heater in truck while in winter

[@DrivingByBraille]

Yes. A webasto.

[@joeyh5767]

How has this held up over time? I’m wanting to do this but scared the ac unit won’t last.

[@DrivingByBraille]

If the A/C don’t last, you replace it with another $200 A/C. Better than spending $15k on a new APU. But I had mine for about a year with no issues. I don’t have this truck anymore. I use a standup a/c unit in my truck now.

[@joeyh5767]

@@DrivingByBraille I actually have a stand up unit now and it’s better than nothing but it struggles and it stays really really damp in the truck. I was thinking a window unit might keep it cooler and dryer. But I’m glad you had good luck with yours.

[@DrivingByBraille]

@joeyh5767 my stand up has a dehumidifier feature. Haven’t had any issues with humidity.

[@cbenson1820]

if I use 6000btu ,ok?

[@ModernMessiah]

Damn that's a giant hole. All in right?

[@DrivingByBraille]

It was a rear window. Just took at the window and made a template to put the A/C in

[@billyokley6723]

Guy.... You never heard of Kenmore it is for Kenworth...

[@abarca2013]

How much will you charge me to do this to my truck ? Serious about this man I need this!

[@DrivingByBraille]

Sorry. I don’t like screwing up other people’s stuff. I only break my stuff.. less liability.

[@usdpaulp]

That turned out nice. Fuck all those dudes that say it's not an APU. Outside of having to stick my ac in the window, I've been happy w it after adding that hard start capacitor. If you're parked during daytime put reflectix or some mylar type shit in your windows. That will help a ton and keep the ac from having to bust ass non stop.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Yeah, still need to make it more cosmetically appealing. But first night so far, it is only running for about 5 mins the turns off, but it is only 60 degrees up here in SLC. Did you check that spark arrest? I believe you said you also had the predator generator. My started acting weird for a few months. Losing power and not operating some of my stuff. Then it just died. Found out the exhaust was completely caked with carbon due to that damn spark arrest.

[@usdpaulp]

@@DrivingByBraille I'll have to remove the spark arrestor for sure. When I get home, I'm going to attach pex pipe between the bunk floor and generator box. Inside the pex, I'll run an extra long pull cord. That way I can start and stop the generator whenever I want. If it works I'll make a video so you can see if it's something u might want to do. Just need to figure out the choke. If it's similar to the larger predator I should be able to move the choke remotely by using a door lock actuator.

[@nicks683]

an APU also adds block water heat on a timer, battery monitor so if your alternator fails the APU will kick in and charge your batteries, heat for the winter, a/c for the summer, and 120v outlets in the bunk. as well as a few more configurations you can do for temp control in the bunk etc.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Yeah, so does mine. Maybe watch more then a few minutes.

[@DrivingByBraille]

To be more specific. Mine heats the coolant via block heater, heats the fuel, heats the oil and can repair batteries, which the batteries that are in that truck are over 4yrs old. Ohh and I can pretty much run ANY power equipment I need. And my A/C will out perform ANY APU. If APU were so “Superior” why are the only used on trucks and not RVs or Super Sleepers? GENERATORS are.

[@nicks683]

@@DrivingByBraille you sound funny, I'll let you keep going for the entertainment.

[@vincentr6684]

Isnt that air conditioner too big for that little room

[@DrivingByBraille]

No. Was actually to small. During the day, at 100+ degrees, it wouldn’t keep the bunk cool.

[@alanvazquez8392]

Is this legal? Does DOT give you a hard time with inspections?

[@DrivingByBraille]

Nope. Nothing illegal about it.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

I am more interested in hearing why you asked if this is legal. I don't understand where guys get some of these crazy ass thoughts about DOT and "is this legal". Not being a dick, just curious as to what made you ask.

[@DrivingByBraille]

There is actually a code in the green bible that talks about external tanks. I forget what it is. But I read it 5 years ago and it really does not apply to this. If I had a 50lb propane tank strapped to the catwalk. There might be an issue. But I agree. If when in doubt. Pull out the green bible.

[@gurpalsingh3695]

@@DrivingByBraille Can I put generator on the cat walk ?

[@DrivingByBraille]

@@gurpalsingh3695 yup.

[@megatrantrucking8256]

It may have made more sense to simply buy a portable floor unit.

[@Restless2010]

No it's less efficient using a floor unit. Too much heat is radiating off of the exhaust hose. It ends up being counter productive. I have tried it even wrapping the hose up in a sleeping bag to Insulate it with no real benefits. I fully recommend a window unit.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Agree… that vent hose radiates a tremendous amount of heat.

[@skeletorrocks2452]

I like the design in general. I personally would build a battery bank that charges while the trucks driving down the road. Also equipped with shore power. And have the generator as a long-term back up if necessary. Essentially free power on a day-to-day basis. With the battery Bank. This would also cover the pick up and unloads for free. Shore power for when I'm at home. And the generator for 34s and to top off the truck and DIY Apu battery Bank. I guess my only concern is. Would it clear with a reefer unit? All around though. I like your design. I would have reinforced in a bit more though.

[@lilnarm_smoothblaze]

Wooow🤣🤣

[@pablotafolla9617]

i Have electric thermo king apu is a big piece of younk parts &labor cost mucho money i wil do same likes you

[@carlcofr]

Some times DOT can be mean.

[@DrivingByBraille]

That’s why you keep the green bible with you. Whenever they try to say something is wrong, tell them to show you in the FMCSA book.

[@jeffreyweston900]

How many hours did it power on a tank of gas

[@DrivingByBraille]

I can go a full 10hr no problem in Arizona at Night when its still 90 degrees. Normal weather. Like 70-75 At night. It could go 10-12hr. But 10hrs easily. If I know it will run for longer, I just fill it up before I go to bed.

[@pablotafolla9617]

i Have apu termo king is big piece o

[@maximumchaos01]

if your ever in the north east I do legitimate APU installs. if you want to build your own system I can help you hash it out properly.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Well, I can extend the offer to you. If you ever come to Las Vegas. Let me know! But this works just fine for what I’m doing. If I was over the road, I’d probably change up some stuff.

[@maximumchaos01]

@@DrivingByBraille on the level. What ever works for you, works. One of my customers a long time ago built an apu that was a small diesel engine he got from northern tool that ran a 3 phase generator... the generator ran a Coleman rv heater air conditioner under his air dam and (why he chose 3 phase) a welder. If any of his drivers broke down he was the recovery vehicle. And I think his pricetag (minus the welder) was around $3,000

[@pashtunafghan6833]

You have to edit the video before you post it, much better to make it shorter

[@DrivingByBraille]

Naw, I like them long. Thanks though.

[@donaldduterti8066]

The generator will be very noisy for to the next truck driver parked.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Before you posted this. Have you ever heard one of these generators run? Have you ever heard an APU run? Have you EVER heard a truck run?!?! Or are you just commenting not having ANY clue what you are talking about? Just throwing WHAT you think is a logical thought for the world to see, when in reality, it’s absolutely ridiculous.

[@donaldduterti8066]

@@DrivingByBraille The generator will still be noisy.

[@DrivingByBraille]

So will clapping your hands or farting.

[@miguelrobb5719]

Donald Duterti what the heck is the matter with you? Have you ever parked next to a reefer trailer or parked next to a truck that’s idling? It’s the same thing. I’m not burning up just because of the person next to me.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

@@donaldduterti8066, our trucks are actually pretty insulated for sound. Go ahead and park next to me, 7" straight pipes droning all night and a turbo whistle that you can hear from a quarter mile away, and you would beg to park next to his generator, lmfao

[@zxcorpionz]

Love it.....but Honda geny is better ....more expensive too

[@DrivingByBraille]

I was looking at the craftman too. Same power as the Honda but better warranty. But for $429 for the predator that has lasted over 2 years. Pretty impressive.

[@zxcorpionz]

@@DrivingByBraille wow ...it paid its self the first month by saving all that fuel...i know the truck idling uses 1 gallom per hr ....you probably get 10 to 12 hrs on a 2.5 gallon tank....very good

[@DrivingByBraille]

@@zxcorpionz Shoot the generator only hold a gallon of gas. I ran it last night in the Phoenix area. Was around 80 at night. Was worried it wasn't going to make it the full 10 hours. It lasted ALL Night PLUS had 1/2 tank left in the morning!! Thing is a work horse! But you are right, It paid for itself over and over again. To pay off a 10-12K APU.. you are looking at 3-5 Year for the return on your investment. And then by that time. You need a new one! This is the way to go.

[@dougtipton6723]

What else do you run off that generator besides the ac? I’m thinking of mounting a 3500 predator on my semi and run a tv,microwave,vernado fan and coffee maker.

[@zxcorpionz]

@@dougtipton6723 i have a 3600 watt Dewalt on my semi ...runs everything 4500 peak

[@timurazizkhanov6700]

Truck wash ?????

[@DrivingByBraille]

?????

[@timurazizkhanov6700]

Driving By Braille if the water gets badly nothing with the air conditioner?

[@DrivingByBraille]

The A/C has a cover over it when not in use. Find them on Amazon. Search “window a/c cover” they are water and weather proof.

[@timurazizkhanov6700]

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[@KeithRowell-ix2qg]

Give me a break.$300 for a oeace of wood.nut job.never been anywhere in lower 48 that my AC didn't keep it cool enough. Dumb idea

[@superfly4137]

I heard this is illegal and will be flagged by DOT?

[@rolosport]

You didn't install an apu you just installed a air conditioner unit with a generator. An apu will do much more for you then ac. Hence why its cost more.

[@DrivingByBraille]

Like what? Explain what more an APU does? Keep your coolant warm? I can hook up an oil pan heater and plug my block heater into the generator. I can plug a space heater which works way better than an APU. I had an APU. Came with the truck. I would never spend 10-15k for one. My setup will do more than an APU. I can run power tools, help other people with my generator. Jump start someone. I also charge my batteries with my generator. If you like APU’s that fine. But don’t say they are better and my set is not an APU. APU stands for auxiliary power unit. My generator is an auxiliary power unit by definition.APU also cost 10x more to maintain. Oil changes cost $400 for a shop to do it. For me to do it. Cost about $120. I can do a full service 10-12x on my generator for that.

[@RR-nz2ve]

This is not a apu n looks not really good , n needs fuel up everyday

[@DrivingByBraille]

Yes. It’s always plugged in. Whenever the generator runs or I plug into an outlet.. it’s on. It’s tapped into the trucks shore power outlet.

[@MultiCarboy]

@@DrivingByBraille hey sir what type of roof ac unit you installed and where did you get it from also what type of Yamaha generator and size, because I'm in a midroof sleeper and pulling a reefer box, so if I do that set up I will have to install on the side frame next to fuel tank. Shoot me an email @ [e-mail]. Thanks sir.

[@adrianpopovschi4413]

So,how many Hours generator run with this ac?