Installing A 3000 Watt Inverter On My Truck

Installing A 3000 Watt Inverter On My Truck | SHOCKING RESULTS!

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Tripp Lite 3000 Watt Inverter Install On My Truck | SHOCKING RESULTS!
Hey everyone! In this video, I install a 3000 watt Tripp Lite inverter into one of my 2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks. I had installed another inverter on another one of my trucks a couple months ago, and thought it might be helpful and fun to share the install with the KZfaq community! I hope it helps! Enjoy 😊
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@fh1980ram 3 жыл бұрын

Can we appreciate a female truck driver who doesn't have to attack viewers with her body parts.

@gewglesux 3 жыл бұрын

I had no idea that truckers actually did that.

@fh1980ram 3 жыл бұрын

@@gewglesux some female truckers, not all of them.

@gewglesux 3 жыл бұрын

@@fh1980ram I see.. thanks for the heads up.

@dmbfannh Жыл бұрын

She is awesome

@whatislifebuttheenjoymento3405 Жыл бұрын

@@gewglesux I have literally seen a trucker female bending over infront of the camera with short skirts. Freaking manipulative

@ron827 3 жыл бұрын

A very capable driver who does her own installations. Impressive!

@corycollier 3 жыл бұрын

well I mean...it helps that she's got an amazing supervisor in Dakota ;)

@phillipgonzalez9574 3 жыл бұрын

the first explosion made me jump lol wasn't expecting that

@David-xl8zf 3 жыл бұрын

My heart stopped for a second there.

@lelandalbertson2220 3 жыл бұрын

It made me jump too

@sparky-jw1zj 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Dam you man. Lmao

@9tomato9 3 жыл бұрын

THAT explosion WASN"T NECESSARY. Scared the hell out of me.

@mrd8583 3 жыл бұрын

haha it made me giggle

@jessesager9460 3 жыл бұрын

Serious props for taking the initiative to do the work yourself!

@dieseljc8942 3 жыл бұрын

Having been a diesel/truck mechanic for years I'm impressed with your explanation and work on the inverter...well done!

@jaredmeyer9789 Жыл бұрын

Oh wow! You're a diesel/ truck mechanic?

@junior8403 4 ай бұрын

Being the president of Russia I am also impressed!!!

@cubbysrig 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a spot-on demonstration of installing an inverter. I did mine the exact same way, on my very first Freightliner FLD120, about 25 years ago when inverters started to really take off, as opposed to generators. I used mine to power my fridge, tv/vcr, satellite dish receiver, and microwave. There was a time in trucking when there were no such built in amenities in trucking. They have certainly come a long way in the ten years since I retired, but channels like yours keep me interested and “involved” in trucking. Keep up the enthusiasm and great work!

@TrickyMickTrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for paving the way for us old timer. :) Grandpa took me in the truck as a kid, and it's my favorite thing to do.

@robodenbach7600 3 жыл бұрын

To my digital daughter. Keep up the great work. Your installation was very good. I know a lot of guys that aren't capable of doing what you just did. I'm a retired driver of 41 years and I love to follow you and watch you try and help people with the job of professional driver.

@bernchyu1181 2 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing I'm one of those guys you don't know. Hard work ethics. Audio installer 2 years, prep/helper/ driver 2 years, cook 1 year, laborer 1 year, framing 4 years, roofing 6mo, cement 5mo, delivery driver/rideshare 3 years and now otr 4 years. Never had an office job or kiss ass for customers. I could have done that for free after a date, haha. She didn't test with a voltmeter/controller. Lots of things she is probably not aware of. It will work, just not as good as it can be. Anyway, I'm sure she's married and has plenty of help. Also, for a second.. I thought the dog was filming. Lol.

@cdinnetz 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! One suggestion for the future... When connecting to the batteries, the connectors are "across" a single battery and this will cause additional stress or discharge from that single battery. If you connect the positive at one end and the negative at the other, you basically pull power across the whole array more effeciently. :-)

@msyonta 2 жыл бұрын

Wait… sooo you can connect the inverter to any battery as long as it pos to pos/ neg to neg, and it will not go kaboom… well hell I guess that makes perfect sense being that all of the wires are connected to each other… 🤯🤯🤯 Thank you for the clarity!!!

@richardu6244 2 жыл бұрын

@V KASH I'm so confused now.

@johncunningham4820 2 жыл бұрын

Quite correct . Would spread the Load . Other than that , the Young Lady did a Sterling Job .

@jourd543 Жыл бұрын

It’s a 12v inverter not 24v so the video displays it as it should be done

@cdinnetz Жыл бұрын

@@jourd543 I’m sorry. You are incorrect. We are not talking about series or parallel wiring here. It’s about load. If you connect your terminals onto the same end it will draw more current from that battery vs taking the load across the whole array. Please. Make sure you know what you are talking about before you post your nonsense.

@cdb8850 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby has published her 50th video on KZfaq! Congratulations from Germany

@Fatih308 3 жыл бұрын

you counted ? lol

@turnipgaming9747 3 жыл бұрын

@@Fatih308 It sometimes shows how many videos have been uploaded to a KZfaq Channel m8.

@jonnyboat2 3 жыл бұрын

Good exploding car effect. I’m still laughing. Good sense of humor. This video goes well with your new appliance install the other day. Braided cable.

@james1795 3 жыл бұрын

Stranded wire cable.

@diantegrantham7112 2 жыл бұрын

I wasn’t ready for that but it was funny

@diantegrantham7112 2 жыл бұрын

The second one was also funny

@msyonta 2 жыл бұрын

Babbbeee I woke up the entire house… that ish was funny!

@noahater5785 2 жыл бұрын

Well that’s what woudl realistically happen if you accidentally shorted out a lithium battery, it would probably explode

@marklohmann6267 3 жыл бұрын

I really admire your skills and confidence. You go woman.

@8L4ck0vv1 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Shelby you done a great job, but want to highlight couple of suggestions which will help you in long run: 1- The chopping of the lugs on the battery leads to make the termination for the inverter side is not recommended. Instead you should have used pin-type lugs in order to protect the soft strands of the battery cables. Direct termination is good for first time only, but the second time a good percentage of the strands will get crushed and damaged due to the terminal bolt pressure. 2. In your next truck get all the battery cables prewired upto a terminal box fitted near the inverter so you need a small jumper cable between the terminal box and the inverter terminal. It will be very easy to install as well as dismantling in case of any maintenance. Otherwise i have thoroughly enjoyed the video and your expertise in doing all the fit out. 👍👍👍

@darrentremblay129 Жыл бұрын

Wicked cool I love when a woman kicks ass at what society calls man's work I really like this video your awesome

@RoadWarrior77 3 жыл бұрын

For future reference, with those big 0 guage wires, when you expose all the strands of wire to stuff into the inverter, it is a good idea to tin the strands together. Heat the strands up with a micro torch and melt some solder into them. It will keep all the strands together and provide a better conductor to the inverter plug. You can do it with the shore power wires as well, if you want to. The reason I'm telling you this is those individual strands will break over time through vibration, and eventually the wires will come off. If they are tinned together, they act as one big solid wire that won't break. I've been working on this type of stuff for probably 25 years now.

@michaelsims9345 2 жыл бұрын

I had an audio place to install my inverter and when I hooked up the microwave up it sparked and it work anymore

@imark7777777 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelsims9345 that makes me suspect that maybe they hooked it up wrong as in backwards polarity or something was loose.

@imark7777777 Жыл бұрын

One thing to be aware of about tining if that is done too much it can make the joint where it goes back to normal untined wire brittle.

@CaptainOverLoad Жыл бұрын

Horrible idea never tin wires Into a crimp termination! Extra resistance, fire hazard, and breakage can occur! Crimp the lugs with a die crimper. 25 bucks on amazon will buy you a crimp tool that goes up 4 aught! Thats four sizes under zero gauge! Please crimp. Prior service Aircraft powered and train tech here. If you have questions ask me!

@Yukonjackman1 8 ай бұрын

Sparks are from charging the capacitors in the inverter a temporary resistor (videos on KZfaq) would help for that .

@Wendy-zl8kv 3 жыл бұрын

You are so awesome!! I love your I can do this attitude!! I’m scared of electricity too I think it’s a healthy fear 😂 I’m proud of you! Thank you for your videos!

@matthewarnold7946 3 жыл бұрын

You’re a good person to invest in the comfort of your drivers. You obviously don’t skimp on them😎

@J0URDAIN 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate how you do and how often you explain what things are, plus what you are doing!

@peggyudden8814 3 жыл бұрын

I love this video!! Not only because you are brilliant at wiring those trucks but the special effects explosion was awesome!!! You are all so talented!!!! Keep on trucking!!

@desirae3050 Жыл бұрын

That shock edit had me ROLLING 💀

@jamesgunkelman1314 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby, An excellent video !!!! loved your step by step instructions of your install of the inverter. I was surprised at the size of the inverter, but also realize what you will be running within the truck so it makes sense with the size. Again Shelby, thank you for sharing this video with us. I'm also glad to see you back and promoting the trucking industry that we enjoy seeing Shelby. I can't forget to mention I enjoy BK's part with getting Dakota involved in the video.

@janebeuten6071 3 жыл бұрын

Love that beginning BKM! You are so knowledgeable of your truck Shelby - you make a great teacher. Give Dakota a big hug! ❤🐾

@mytubebobbie06h 10 ай бұрын

My brother is a truck driver and needs an inverter in his truck badly. I think I know what to get him for his birthday now. Lol. It’s an easy DIY project I can do for him. Thanks for the idea. Great job.

@frklein1 3 жыл бұрын

Make sure the inverter has plenty of air flow for the fans in the rear!

@louisesargeant2665 3 жыл бұрын

AM SO HAPPY TO FIND YOU AGAIN. AND HEAR YOUR VOICE......PLEASE TAKE US ON YOUR TRIPS.....YOU AND THE BEAUTIFUL POLICE FRIEND ARE WONDERFUL COMPANY....... CHEERS US UP......A LOVELY PART OF OUR LIVES. THANK YOU DEAR SHELBY.......

@johnschubert4665 3 жыл бұрын

@Iron *Fe* 393.95 Only covers rating, labeling, visual indicators, accessibility, type of agent and secure mounting. Nothing about heat source. Generally the caution about heat source is relevant when the extinguisher is automatic such as a kitchen vent hood or engine compartment in a marine application. You don't want it going off when you are cooking steaks or steaming hard against a current. There is no way a manual extinguisher can go off when it's in its holder.

@johnschubert4665 3 жыл бұрын

@Iron *Fe* They do give off heat, and you are right the air flow is the key. RV’s have this problem all the time. In a RV the incoming 120v is converted to 12v. . It’s called a “converter” and it is an inverter in reverse. They deal with 30A and 50A 120v and are rated 3,600w and 6,000w and above. Inverters and converters have heat and load sensors that shut the unit down until the adverse condition is corrected. This is usually automatic and the unit comes back online by itself. I would have a second fire 🔥 extinguisher in a different location in case you had a problem with the inverter or wiring in that compartment.

@ryanscott2548 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnschubert4665 a fire extinguisher will never put out an electrical fire. The connection of electricity must be broken!!

@undefined7141 3 жыл бұрын

And the award for most obvious and pretentious comments goes too…

@denisew8187 3 жыл бұрын

always great to see another video shelby :) stay safe and thanks for all you do!

@sherrihodges849 3 жыл бұрын

one of my favorite videos! Having hooked up an inverter to my convetted school bus I appreciate the details! Great information. thank you!

@mikeray7050 3 жыл бұрын

You're one gifted Woman! Be safe out there as always! Give Dakota some Yum Yums!! You Go Girl!

@richardrodriguez9098 3 жыл бұрын

Good job installing that !! It was awesome to see how you did that!!! Stay safe!!

@samuelnewtonjr3198 3 жыл бұрын

Again , another well put together educational how to video. Thanks to you, the Great.

@Tom-cy5em 3 жыл бұрын

Great job Shelby, thanks for showing us.

@brucecook9415 3 жыл бұрын

You given out good information on how to install a converter thank you for sharing your knowledge Cheers from Bruce in New Zealand ❤🙂

@DIYSolarEnergy 3 жыл бұрын

Love your channel, But i would use 100 ohm 100 watt resistor on the ground terminal between the inverter and the wire, which will slowly charge the capacitor's, they can blow with a huge inrush current. Also using ferrules on the wires, will help keep them together. Also She is using true OFC wire, ( Oxygen Free Copper) Instead of CCA (Copper Clad Aluminum ), CCA is not idea and can over heat and cause a fire.

@bigredgreg1 2 жыл бұрын

I agree on Copper Clad Aluminum. I’ve seen CCA battery jumper cables that were absolutely useless.

@noahater5785 2 жыл бұрын

Not to mention galvanic corrosion, that’s why mixing copper and aluminum together in general is a horrible idea

@RomanVarl 3 жыл бұрын

0:12 "It's a long process" 0:29 "Now let's see if it works" ))

@troubleshooter984 3 жыл бұрын

Well you did good I’m a electrician and I like how you paid attention to details that makes for longevity in a installation. I have to do a 7 way plug on my pick up for the first time and I know it’s in the details for longevity of electrical connections in moving vehicles that are subject to the environment. Thank you for your time you even teaching an old guy a thing or two. Oh and Dikota is the best.

@michaelstone7978 3 жыл бұрын

Simply outstanding. Got so much respect for what you do n have accomplished..

@seancloyd9583 3 жыл бұрын

Good job Shelby! The master of the inverter.

@neosonic199 3 жыл бұрын

If I ever need to install an inverter, I'll definitely re-watch this video on how to. Props to Shelby by getting in there and doing it herself, rather than waste money on a diesel mechanic. I love how Dakota's in the background moving back and forth.

@27Nzone 5 ай бұрын

Wow! You keep a clean truck! Thanks for the instructions.

@dustyviper6402 3 жыл бұрын

Another HBTM video heck yah! Great way to start the weekend, keep up the great videos Shelby and dakota 😁

@Ron-DeSantis2028 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you camera man! Amazing work you do, and the editor is funny. 😂

@richardrussell7082 3 жыл бұрын

I think it's Bodi that does the editing as well as the camera.

@MerlinX69 Жыл бұрын

Fair play, awsome work! I love that girls are part of our industry. Much respect 👊 Keep trucking 🚛💨

@anthonypriorello1321 3 жыл бұрын

Great too see you making videos again keep on rollin

@tonywang3519 3 жыл бұрын

Watching your video always put a smile on me. Keep going girl. Stay safe out there

@carltondoorman9145 3 жыл бұрын

A very entertaining and helpful video. Thanks Shelby!

@ashtondupuy1938 3 жыл бұрын

Making a J for the plug is the best way to secure it! But I absolutely didn't know about splicing into that wire for the outlets!! Loved the video!

@richardortiz8105 3 жыл бұрын

I love your contents! I learn English watching your videos!

@russ9803 3 жыл бұрын

Wowww Shelby.. you are truly a amazing lady and so independent..love watching your knowledge of how you do stuff on your trucks.. truly awesome girl and awesome job!!.. truly learn alot watching you.. thank you and so good to see you back.. mwuuuuaaaahhhh ❤️❤️

@belfastbornstephen Жыл бұрын

Well done Shelby I’m seriously impressed, i wouldn’t have a clue, great job 👏

@kjacobi 3 жыл бұрын

Hats off to the producer. The videos are technically outstanding! Of the course the video content is always great and the host is adorable! Keep up the great work. Working on getting my CDL A now so maybe we’ll see you on the road!

@garywilt76 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby, why is the dealership not interested in fixing manufacturer mistakes for you? You influence millions of watchers. It would be to their advantage to help you. I'm not a trucker however I am in sales and marketing. Why are inverters not offered as an option from the factory? You are an impressive young lady. Much success with your company. Also much success for Dakota with them heckin' cats!

@John-ef8pz Жыл бұрын

I’m getting started this weekend. Thank you.

@markusmayer7956 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome educational video. 👍 And, as always, Dakota has the best lines. 🐕😂

@francischurch4460 3 жыл бұрын

Shelby, I was having kittens watching you with the knife. My hat of to you as you are not scared to tackle these jobs. Keep the videos coming. you're a star.

@TruckinWithJesus 2 жыл бұрын

Ty! I’m trying to install a 3000 on mine and haven’t found a good video until yours. You rock

@namanchaudhary7656 3 жыл бұрын

I am not a trucker..but i like Your Videos..❤

@FranciscoLopez-cc7ui 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent job Shelby excellent job fixing your truck installing that inverter excellent

@charleslegge3188 3 жыл бұрын

Funny begining with the car blowing up. BK good thinking. Shelby do you really do all this by yourself or do you get help from someone. Your spirit is so refreshing. Love all of your contents. God bless keep the shinny side up. Have a great time till the next one.

@djsingleton6458 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking your time

@yoyomartines18 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the inspiration.❤️🚚 Hopefully next month I'll star my CDL training!

@adamgrant917 3 жыл бұрын

Good job. Seeing you using that razor makes me have flashbacks from childhood of my mom telling my brother and me, anytime we did something that we may have gotten hurt doing, that she was not going to the emergency room.

@RealLifeWithMichelleRob 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Shelby I have been watching your videos since day one. I am proud of you! You are inspiring and hard working. In ten years (or less) I see you sitting behind a desk owning one of the top five trucking companies in America. Maybe driving a load across country when you feel like it! I like how much you care about people. I'm sure through the years you will learn some hard lessons and meet a few weirdos. Remember it will be those times that teach you and will build character. When you start getting frustrated take it back to the beginning. Watch your starting out videos again and again. I was a bus driver for 20 years. When I started getting frustrated a little voice in my head would say, take it back to the beginning, where you started. You are an amazing role model to both men and women. Keep filming and posting! XO Michelle

@juanfilgueira5246 3 жыл бұрын

Very well!!! 👍👏

@Username_647 2 жыл бұрын

I care about people too. I don’t see y’all pontificating under my shit too. I’m guessing it because she’s female.

@RedDuchesstheTrucker 2 жыл бұрын

I am literally changing all wiring for my inverter right now….this video has helped me better understand the obstacles I’ve gone thru today….thought it would be simple but when it was installed incorrectly the first time it isn’t

@Concrete_pilot 3 жыл бұрын

Dang Shelby!! Mad respect for taking on the installation by yourself!

@billschoe43 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you got installed in your truck!

@lovejones7545 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool Shelby! You and Dakota make for a great team!

@MrGhat76 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the great install video.

@playerongaming 3 жыл бұрын

I like to watch your trucking videos but today when I am watching this video while mean I told my parents that how the wiring goes inside of Freightliner Cascadia ! I really shocked when I watch this video because I don't know this all things ! Thank you very much making this video !!!

@chrisdesroches9998 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Shelby. Very informative. That first explosion was definitely an attention grabber! Congrats on Video # 50. Cheers from Eastern Canada😁

@rickthrelkeld9694 3 жыл бұрын

I was able to watch the whole session of the inverter installation you did a great job on that not such a bad teacher. 🤜🤛👍🤘

@Doug-gp2qw 3 жыл бұрын

Its nice to see a driver that can actually work on their own truck. I would put in a smaller (2000 - 2400) watt pure sin wave inverter. A pure sine wave inverter costs a little more, but it is more efficient. You will usually hear a buzz from your microwave on a modified sine wave inverter that you won't hear on a pure sine wave inverter or when it is plugged into house current. The microwave will also heat up food about 20% faster on a pure sine wave inverter. Your electric motors will also run better (vacuum, etc.). When tightening stranded wire, go back after a few minutes and retighten them. They will often relax a little and you can get another quarter turn or so. Also make sure their is no wire insulation under any terminals when installing. That can eventually cause a short and potential fire.

@waynecallister2236 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Informative and fun. Exploding car was unexpected but so hilarious. Dakota's lines were classic!

@noahater5785 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, that would have tragic if something exploded from being mid-wired or something.

@happytobalive3721 3 жыл бұрын

People share this channel, Dakota needs The attention😁 Very informative video!

@Freez11054 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thanks for the enteritnment!!! :)

@chrismcintyre182 2 жыл бұрын

great special effects with the opening love it

@aldofuenzalida6479 3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome you did that yourself. I was actually going to pay someone to install a 3000 watt inverter on my truck but after seeing this video, you have inspired me to do it myself. Let’s see if I go through with it😂👍

@1010chris Жыл бұрын

Both explosions got me.

@mortalchap3457 3 жыл бұрын

Great job, awesome videos, wonderful spirit.

@iamtruckedup 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome videos the 💥 in the first few seconds cracked me up!

@carolclawson4345 3 жыл бұрын

Love it Shelby, you are amazing

@robertsanders8866 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work!! Thx for sharing

@b9bot148 3 жыл бұрын

Success! Great job!

@josephmirigliano8728 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video I always enjoy watching

@TXBAM 2 ай бұрын

Great job on oil change!!! 2016 Freightliner cascadia DD15

@dennisonline9680 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video!!! The explosions at the start made me jump, but then laughed!!!💖💖💖💖💖👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@redporschekilla 3 жыл бұрын

You go Shelby, show them silly mechanics, how’s done! You rock! The little chorus of them lil’ ones when you finished was cute as a button 😁

@jobwachira8471 3 жыл бұрын

Great DIY. Thanks for sharing.

@meanderingmanat7038 Жыл бұрын

LOL love the video. Good beginning

@carrotbailey 3 жыл бұрын

Good work bruh. All the guys I work with are scared of tools and never want to work on their own trucks. Keep at it and stay safe out there🐕

@benmassey3808 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate this information!! Awesome video!!

@CarlosRamirez-zh5jk 10 ай бұрын

That was funny AF! Was not expecting that explosion!😂👍

@andresgoyzueta74 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video, keep up the good work

@nazarethtube1790 2 жыл бұрын

The explosion on the video make me shocked 😲, really helpful video know things better. Good job 👏.

@paulh7631 2 жыл бұрын

This was a funny and informative video Good luck on your channel stay safe out on the road

@barryholden5774 3 жыл бұрын

You are a clever lady, that looked a good job. Thanks for an entertaining video :)

@johnstroud8682 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and great information

@reggiej4067 3 жыл бұрын

A Little electrician quote “ your positive wire is always the last to make and first to break” hook it up last, and disconnect it first. Love your videos keep it up

@Perception_ 3 жыл бұрын

I'm now 40 years old, and I cannot remember any other time in my life where being independant has been more important than right now, and I mean in general no matter who you are or where you live. I thought I was screwed when I started my adult life, but when I see most people who are in their early 20's now, it's quite frightening to say the least. It makes me glad to see you're just attacking these problems head on, and you actually make sure you finish what you started as well. Taking responsibility in a serious way is such an asset as an individual.