Installing an Ameristar Heat Pump Package Unit | ONE MAN OPERATION!

In this video I'll be showing how I replaced an old HVAC Heil heat pump with a new 14 SEER Ameristar heat pump package unit. I reused the existing concrete pad. I decided to replace the existing high voltage flexible sealtite with new EMT conduit (I think it turned out great!). Utilizing the three wheel dolly allows for easy transportation of equipment, making it possible for one person to complete the change out. Hope you enjoy the video!
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[@exportedafrican]

Nice to see someone still cares and has pride in their work

[@jfoley1968jf]

Top notch 👌

[@bmunson76]

He didn't show the part where his cell phone is ringing off the hook all day long while he's trying to hurry up and finish the install and get to the next 6 calls that have been waiting all day. Don't try this in south Florida. Haha..... (Very nice install though)👍

[@kevinmartin7943]

That's working for your self nothing like it. Set the pace and yep your right time is money.

[@Dr3w29c]

Kevin Martin and clean work is more customers

[@gery_3585]

Hey dude i would have a few question about Florida’s hvac business Could u help me with that?

[@kingkatiin2658]

@@gery_3585 Florida is hot so a lot of refrigeration units on houses and In businesses. 0% state income tax, cheaper than the other major states and it's fucking Florida. I'm trying to think of a reason not to go.

[@gery_3585]

@@kingkatiin2658 are you licensed?

[@johnisraelhvac2019]

Beautiful job as always Zach. I would stay away from Ameristar. Your gonna have a hard time finding parts. Hey man I know it’s a package unit but still put you a SS1 float switch in the drain line. That’s the bad thing about package units if that drain stops up no one will ever know and it will soak the inside of that unit for god knows how long.

[@pablopicaro7649]

1:45 Made in China - a VERY BAD sign. Americans out of work, junk quality with no spare parts. "Ameristar" made in China - another "American" out of work.

[@mrtryhard1996]

I’m truly inspired seeing you do this on you’re own. Been doing this for about 8 years now (24years old) and debating doing my own thing. That seems to be where the real money is at. Keep up the good work your installs are great.

[@brianvargas5432]

its been 5 years for me , ive tried climbing up the ladder from being a tech and installer and its truly better. it is a lot like he said , just by looking how to start it up is already hard enough but you will make a hella lot more and be glad you have come a long way

[@allenclark271]

It just depends on the drive. It takes alot of patience and working by yourself. I love it. I very seldom hire a helper. Really depends on the job.

[@JuanSanchez-qo6xo]

I'm thinking about this too except i've only got a year under my belt and i'm only 21

[@DELACAVEZ]

Just do it.

[@pbsocal1]

this industry is rapidly changing and education is key, much of the new equipment is VRV and this is the future, don't be afraid of technology as there is no end to it in this trade. stay focused and don't do shoddy work and your reputation will preceed you...good luck!

[@tt7hvn]

Nice job! FYI, if you're that adamant about having clean lines, painters tape is significantly cheaper than AL tape....

[@noway9426]

Sponsored tape....free!!

[@1834RestorationHouse]

This is the guy you want to be working on your system. Everything he touched was left in better condition than it was when he arrived.

[@HVACingMyWay]

Amazing job man can tell you really take pride in your work

[@JOSERization]

Love the attention to detail, you have the sexiest installs in the HVAC KZbin community

[@YourActualMother]

Lmao 😂 I feel this

[@metalmancrafty1]

You must sell the tightest tube socks

[@rambngkshsgaming2568]

I love how the salesman makes $7000 and pays 2 sub guys $600 to do it for him. Hvac is the greatest lifestyle ever. If uncle sam only knew. $$$$$$$$$$ shwooo! Great video's brother.

[@baitcasterdisaster8981]

Man that was a quality install. Duct cover looked great and I really like the metal conduit on the electrical. Honestly, I would have probably ran liquid-tight the whole way from the panel and strapped it to the wall but it looks so much better with that metal conduit. The attention to detail on your jobs is impressive and moving around heavy package units by yourself is also impressive. Keep up the good work. You earned a subscriber for sure.

[@chrisparker4940]

And he even put a level on the conduit

[@Alex-jo2oi]

This install made me realize that there's definitely more to HVACR than there is to Electrical. (Which is obvious but seeing it all put together helps out so much!). I'm transitioning from the Electrical field to HVACR, and I can't wait!! This looks like more of a similarity to installing computers and stuff vs just running wires and making splices. Can't wait to learn it all!!!

[@moorescomfortsystemsheatin6068]

Need to know how or where to get dolly and sheet metal hole punch. Good looking install. Must of had a good teacher

[@MundoHVAC]

I am also interested in the dolly, you share the information when you get it please. [e-mail] Thank you

[@searcy95]

You can get a cheaper punch at harbor freight.

[@michaelmenser2405]

I'm interested in the dolly for the new unit as well. [e-mail]

[@aleksandarlazarevic2285]

You have a video on his channel about the dolly , it's DIY.

[@HVACRVIDEOS]

Great work bud !

[@prestigeair]

Hope they got their defrost board problems fixed, they were a big issue about 2 years ago and the wait time for one was like 4 months because there was such a demand for them.

[@xraybravo7180]

You seems to be gone to this unit ?

[@xraybravo7180]

@James Kepley I will tell you, bring your ear close!

[@curioushvacguy6876]

I cant say this enough, your editing and camerea skills are on point dude, will you adopt me and teach me your ways, lol-- but seriously good stuff bro. The shots for those 3-5 second camera changes are awesome

[@bababooey7576]

The quality of HVAC work both of you guys do is awesome!

[@youtubedude185]

You licensed to be in that breaker box?

[@davidrowlett2896]

Don't need to be licensed for that.. in most states

[@TheDogFatherRP]

In Florida you can only touch the whip from the unit to the disconnect. The disconnect itself and everything back to the panel, we're not allowed to touch/change without a certified electrician signed onto the permit.

[@thebesthello1786]

Same thing in New Mexico you cannot break in to the panel Box you can only use the whip that's code...UPC

[@awidesigns]

Super clean install, nice job. To bad it's a crap Chinese unit that will need to be replaced in 5 years.

[@jonathangriffin9814]

I have cold and hot air coming from the bottom of the unit and also from the sides at the front of the unit as well how do I seal the air dutcs

[@anthonyesparsen7776]

Why not use Lisa tight flex race way for your feed

[@VaporheadATC]

Like the videos, but please ditch the music or at least, turn it way down.

[@TheNosarajr]

Do we need the blasting rock music.

[@jlowilbur6505]

56 years old hvac mech you have a great work ethics and attention to detail.

[@anthonyesparsen7776]

Thank you for your videos brother !

[@JohnDoe-ot6he]

I like the channel, but dislike the music 😣

[@hvacexplained9341]

I’ve installed many Ameristar units. I’ve had a couple flaws from the factory such as damage evaporator coil’s and leaky evaporator coil’s. I don’t think Ameristar is around anymore they were replaced by “RunTru”.

[@Bartman610nhmkfdsf]

amazing install. wish this video have no music and straight working audio

[@publicmail2]

What was the total SP on unit with existing duct work? Clean install.

[@tjhulsey5837]

You do QUALITY WORK... I recognize that... I am the same way. I think Heat Pumps put double duty on the compressor... and I will never have another one... here in Florida.

[@Kolebroscom]

Beautiful install class A installer, invest in a knee pad really saves the knees I’m a HVAC tech it was a gam changer for me 👍🏻. Keep it up

[@bmwrepaircrew8848]

And galvanized conduit? Yeah you’re good 👍👍 quality work

[@UltraElite-ju8bb]

ur fking goooooood dude

[@1963russell]

Good job doing all that by yourself. Just remember the cost of all we do when we are young comes due in the mid to late 50’s.

[@jerrymyers7686]

Isn't that the truth

[@pbsocal1]

or sooner

[@phillipdonohue5]

Where did you get that cart?

[@Excoolhvac]

Hi, Alex. This’s Mike, and come from NY. I have ambitions to develop in HVAC. Can I be an apprentice to work for you? Honestly I don’t care how much you pay.

[@SoBeastSkillzZ]

A professional makes something that can be difficult so easy.Like watching a touch down pass thrown and saying I could easily do that, except they're doing it in a Super Bowl . People in the trades and people that work with there hands is where real production is done ,its seems we forgot that and now we are again being reminded of this truth.

[@keithbarry001]

Love the video, EXCEPT THE ANNOYING MUSIC. Damn bro. 😂

[@Sparky18059]

Sir, What size braker did you use? Did we also notice 4 hot conductors 2 #10 per phase? Your wiring solution was interesting could you please explain 🤔?

[@brentcurrie5961]

Anyone else watching who will never install an ac unit!

[@PawsumGaming]

Fantastic, clean installation mate. The only thing bothering me is, who puts a breaker panel outside? Is that a normal thing in the us?

[@jasonredman2265]

Beautiful work, in NC we’re required to have 4 sided rain shields. But I like how you sealed up those penetrations on the metal base. I’m waiting to see how you install a split gas system in an attic by yourself? 😅

[@jmsjro6]

I have a question. I just had an all metal shop built and I will just be heating the big space (shop area) with a hanging heater, but there is a smaller space that I want to heat and cool. It is only 350 square feet with 9 foot ceiling and is 4 rooms in total, 2 office spaces and 2 bathrooms. I was told by my local HVAC guy that going with a 2 ton package unit and building the ductwork on the outside wall across the 4 rooms is my best option. Do you agree? If not what would you suggest? Obviously a 2 ton unit has to be way to0 big for that small of a space, but apparently that is the smallest they make those units. Would the fact that unit is so big for such a small space cause an issue by itself? TIA

[@jonathangriffin9814]

Man you did an excellent job on the installation and upgrades!!! My name Jonathan Griffin and I'm extremely interested in learning more from your videos and will be following and seeking your advice and guidance on every aspect of removal and the reinstallation of the unit to wiring harness to ductwork 😮thank you

[@chelenjna1]

Excellent work bro! Have you ever consider installing carrier equipment? Or being a provider? They have reasonable prices.

[@JohnSmith-_--]

I've had so many carrier package units with leaking evap coils.

[@2020romania]

Good video, thanks

[@christian81846]

Dam did that by himself he said fuk a helper 🤣. Just one package unit, all u have to do is connect return, supply and electric. Guaranteed made a good lil amount of pocket money. Straight inspiration and this is what I’ll be doing in 10 years on my own god willing but with the help of my son so he can get his experience in

[@97Napkins]

Asking for issues installing off-brand units. Few years and gonna be replacing coils, compressors and txv's.

[@takismantas1159]

Nice clean install. However, in the long run the flushing above the ducts against the cement wall will fail. The proper way to do the flushing there is to bend the galvanized sheet 90 degrees, cut the mortar between the cement blocks and insert the metal flushing in there. Then you can use silicone or run a mortar bead. I know I am asking a lot of an A/c installer but this is the proper way of doing flushing.

[@naturekid1335]

Why do you keep making a big deal in your titles about one man installs? I've done hundreds of installs by myself in my 20 yrs. Do want a fucking cookie or something? That being said, your installs do look clean and profesional.

[@curioushvacguy6876]

what camera did you use for this video?

[@angelgonzalez5237]

Hello 👋 hope all Is well with you and your family. How much will you charge me to build on of those dolly’s you made for the package units. Let me know at your convenience thanks.

[@randypaul5427]

Great video! Are those 5-10kw heat strips you’re installing?

[@bubbaharrod2530]

you should try those one man jobs in texas where the majority of the air handlers are hung horizontally in the attic and it’s 140 degrees. we don’t have any package units and cool basement air handlers. that package unit is gravy train, plug n play

[@freebird1963]

In Florida myself. This Ameristar units good for cooling here ? Need to replace our 20 yr old unit. Thanks

[@ArcolaBridge]

How does the efficiency, cost and reliability compare to traditional split Heating and cooling?

[@truthjunkie3]

Good video but hate the music. Music sounds like your going to do a haphazard job.

[@gabrielgallardogabrielgall2522]

Impressive, most impressive..you sure do extent work and are a master at your craft. I been waching some of your videos.

[@Woke1440]

Bad ass Hvac tech !!! most big companies would bring about 12 and half guys to do this job 😂

[@gussoid]

Great job, could you let me know to get dolly you use to move the new system in place, thank you.

[@stephengalvan7722]

You're obviously not in Los Angeles California because that install wouldn't fly out here a very nice job though

[@stevecusson5103]

Good work aint cheap , and cheap work aint good. Nice job!

[@786otto]

Not sure what climate is this ,but I would suggest razing unit up from ground.

[@bosnianconnection5974]

Hmmmmm, what's the song in the background, very nice?

[@hvactvwithsteve4460]

I’m inspired! Here shortly I will be starting my own hvac company. Could you do a video on the experiences of owning your own hvac company?

[@sergiomansilla]

Buen video .saludos desde argentina! !!!

[@thiagoarcondicionado3785]

very top video congratulations from which country and state

[@jodymeriwether3871]

My duct work came unattached from the unit. It sets on concrete. With about 8 inches hole on each side. So I can see where the cats have been jumping down on top of the duct. Is it easier to pull the unit out or crawl under the trailor. Note , there are low beams in front of the unit and the space becomes very difficult to move around if I go under. Nice work man!

[@theoutsider8024]

Nice clean job,

[@jameslittle1861]

May be better not to show the homeowners/ potential customers too-too much anymore.. DIY is basically the same as YOLO

[@konfuzon6139]

What gloves do you use in this video? And would they work for mechanical work.

[@Larrye123]

Did you see, "made in China" on the box? Thought they made hvac stuff in Mexico.

[@cliftonowensjr2659]

Would like to know where you purchased your lift to install package units by yourself

[@mese600]

Do you have any issues with coils leaking? Every single residential ameristar we installed failed. In some cases we had to replace the evaporator coil two or three times. I was wondering if commercial units are the same.

[@AfricanFlightStar]

Amazing job, well done! 💪🏻👍🏻💥👏🏻

[@gabrielsaircarellcgabriels4397]

Would you provide wheel information!! Please

[@brucegreenesr3918]

good video ,would have been great if i didnt have to listen to that noise some people MIGHT call music

[@noway9426]

Industrial and chiller guy here and this looks like such easy money! Would rather do these all day over split systems. Ohio doesn’t really many of these units. Anyone know the price range of these in his area

[@BindarRouge]

Great job on the install! Wondering where you got the cart? Could you share the brand?

[@metalmancrafty1]

I like to see these videos. Just to prove the fact that metal it's not smarter than the installer. This is like a 2 on the difficulty of an install. I'd eat this up everyday. No thinking. When does he recovery the gas? Where does he go over that the system actually is correct for the duct design.

[@jitomingo2000]

What kind of gloves are those? How do they compare to the Milwaukee?

[@juliancox4263]

Man takes pride in his craft does a nice neat job that he can be proud of

[@djpitr]

You don’t need separate main power disconnect on the main line for the heat element ?

[@Sparton5723]

Just found your videos bro I’m 22 and just getting into the trade I finished school and have started with a company doing installs and just wanna say bro thanks for all the tips n trick still learning a bunch man keep dropping vids 💪🏽💪🏽

[@timothyjohnson679]

Question: can I use the old power supply of I just order a new packaged unit to swap out with my old one?

[@douglasrush5197]

Good job. I think I could do this; how complicated is the wiring though?

[@jacoblowe5424]

I would advise you to stay as far away from Ameristar equipment as you can.

[@dwaynerenton1889]

Why do these jobs have insulated flex running under the house and not ductwork?

[@tjesse]

The only way I'm going to believe you do this by yourself is if you come over and do it to my house because I'm sure there was a crew behind the camera

[@Takeithome345]

Never was down with the poooky....makes a mess and looks like shit ! Nice simple install other than that...

[@TaRgEt0ZeRo]

of course this is one man operation, but a split systeme with a furnace needs to be two... be carrefull with your back bruh

[@gbevans]

New unit labeled “Made in China”.

[@terrymagee1563]

Its American standard builder grade

[@E39M5SPEED]

Does it come pre-filled with refrigerant?

[@thebesthello1786]

Not a big fan of your flex duck penetrating the outside wall even though you have covered it in shield it it would have not passed inspection needs to be hard duct to you enter the crawl space that's code

[@LOR.e_xplores]

How did you install the wires from the thermostat? And does this unit already came filled with refrigerant?

[@416RG]

Solid channel my guy, I can imagine how much effort it takes to work and make videos and maintain a YT channel but dont stop, hopefully you reach 100k in no time 🔥

[@5238117]

Is that Marilyn Manson in the background???!

[@mikev.1034]

Nice job!

[@thomasp1212]

Hi thanks for the video. I would like to know how to install the smart thermostat in the package unit?

[@LygerTheCLaw]

package units are so easy to handle, compared to split units.

[@hanroschoeman8292]

What hole punch did you use for the sheet metal. Anyone please help? I could use that size one in my live instead of drilling holes every time

[@callmebigpapa]

Beautiful work. We have package units in our neighbor hood built in the mid 60's. Over unders so we have to have adapters now. Wish you were in my area for my next install.