SETTING UP MY DIY APU GENERATOR & A/C IN MY SEMI TRUCK. SAVE MONEY ON YOUR FUEL BILL OTR O/O's

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@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

It runs 7 to 10 hours on a tank. Sorry I miscalculated.

@jaycarter9489 Жыл бұрын

you can put a shelf in your bunk use the bolt off the upper bunk and your upper vent window (no hose needed) a/c sits up there all summer with room for a 43 in tv on a swivel mount Tv lays face down on bed when moving. system has worked good for 5 years my gen is 1800 watt with a 2500 btu ac cools the bunk down nicely (curtain closed) even in heavy humidity

@mrmotofy 2 ай бұрын

What 2500BTU A/C. That's pretty unusual

@rhamestransportation 2 жыл бұрын

Nice set up. Cash is keeping it cool like always.

@-__-9810 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video! I was tired of my inverter taking a crap on me. So I’m getting a generator for my electronics in the truck

@MarioMartinez-is1cg Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video 👍

@alejandroguerra8380 2 жыл бұрын

I have same setup did the generator behind the cab but woke up by my carbon monoxide alarm and also woke up with a big headache because of the fumes so the next day I ran a longer extension power cord and I put my Generator way back underneath the trailer and chain it to the back bumper and all is good now

@nameyoufriend Жыл бұрын

Hey sir do you have a picture

@isaacb981 2 жыл бұрын

That's cool your finding cheaper ways to keep cool i spent like 1200 fixing my damn apu but man I would be worried someone trying to steal the gene

@georgewilson1184 2 жыл бұрын

Westinghouse is a 👍 brand your going to be known as the crafty trucker that is very impressive Cash is King

@Joelittle_ 2 жыл бұрын

I think new APU’s are pushing 16K installed. A carbon monoxide detector in the truck wouldn’t be a bad idea.

@zAlaska 2 жыл бұрын

My Honda generator says to change the spark plug every 100 hours which has kept it in the Box with a closed quart of oil in the Box waiting for the big emergency. Similar to you I have bought a heat pump that runs off my solar panels for cheap Heat spring and fall. Air conditioning in Alaska is an additional Plus. My oil stove only uses less than 200 Watts when it's running so the 1000 watt inverter battery backup got me through last Winter's big power outage and storm. This is a good idea to drown out the noise while you're trying to sleep when there is not a place to plug in. I wonder if this is more efficient than the engine air conditioner up when you're at highway speed.

@padriver670 2 жыл бұрын

Thats great idea and smart

@jossa942 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@nelsonariza4075 2 жыл бұрын

I remember a bunch of old raggedy trucks having similar setups, some even mounting 15k btu ac on the back of the cab and people would make fun of it cause it was just ghetto. I mean I say of it works it ain't stupid, and I'm sure you can cool down a lot with that setup

@bernchyu1181 2 жыл бұрын

I've never seen that, besides on KZfaq. Some guy whose a sports fan or something.

@sword-and-shield Жыл бұрын

Ok I roll the cooler in the pass. seat old school as well. My thing is this, why don't at least one of the manufactures get smart and corner the market by putting the damn vent on the opposite side so its toward the dash when it opens facing you....stay cool brother.

@skinny-peters-JR. 2 жыл бұрын

Put ac. Under bunk...drill hole. Back of sleeper..for exhaust. .

@GeorgeWDaws 2 жыл бұрын

Great set up Wishing you all the best Let us know if you get in Texas how it's working enjoy your videos and information safe travels

@brainrichardson4181 2 жыл бұрын

He'll be fine, I run down there through LA and all with just the pilot tornado fan.

@YeahNah100 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool 😉

@DIYSEMI 2 жыл бұрын

sweet set up driver

@dcrooks_jr 2 жыл бұрын

What model is that ac? Been having problems with my tripac.

@Tj-xl3kg 2 жыл бұрын

I would put a split unit on back of the cab

@cablanchette1 Жыл бұрын

Tell me about that generator. What is it exactly.? I can't exactly see what kind it is... It seems extremely fuel efficient

@HunterPBrown 2 жыл бұрын

I like it.

@ReviewingTech101 Жыл бұрын

I have the same set up, but the gen and gas can I chain it to passenger side leaf springs in the engine bay with hood closed, it seats on the floor in case of rain it doesn’t get wet either.

@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

Cool idea

@cbenson1820 2 жыл бұрын

I did the same, I bought a 12000btu air conditioner at Costco, the problem now is that it is not cool to use in the hot noon, the effect is not good, only when I use it at night, can I feel cool, maybe my air conditioner is not good , I ask your 5100btu air conditioner, is it cool when it is used at noon?

@TheBigOrangePumpkin 11 ай бұрын

Basecly was the setup i did have before i buy this truck now my truck have EPU, with ac 4 extra bateries , . Dont really did test becacause i did not stsrt work realy yet but i will trst very soon nut also i still have my generator justnin case i will not idle the truck for winter i will use the generator to keep engine plugged in when im on the road

@fredjames791 Жыл бұрын

I have the exact same setup

@Moondoggy1970 2 жыл бұрын

What is do is go to a metal fan shop or a fiberglass fan shop & get a cover made for your generator so thieves don’t see what you have going on that = less temptation to steal your generator.That setup is pretty cool 😎 it looks like it saved you a couple thousand 💵 lol.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I need to look into getting it moved down to the frame rail

@Moondoggy1970 2 жыл бұрын

There you go,think how a thief would try & steal your generator & go from there.

@standodge5536 2 жыл бұрын

nice! Just wait til you get a Southeast run! That heat wave will put your little Macgyver set up to the test!.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm here now. 95° today 90% humidity. Parked in the Sun from 10:00 a.m. till sun down. Nice and cool inside. I'll take the MacGyver comment as a compliment.

@standodge5536 2 жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking Keep it cool out there pedaling that wagon down road!

@ppgk92 Жыл бұрын

What is the name of that generator you got ?

@Montoya1991 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video. Btw Looking slim cash

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

😁🙏🏼

@SterlingWheel 2 жыл бұрын

I'd paint that Plexiglas for privacy. I'll be making a setup like you got as soon as I can. How you liking the GoPro?

@markgiles5426 Жыл бұрын

Please sir Really interested in the pexi glass window thing!?!?!

@wildbillanderson9100 2 жыл бұрын

STAY KOOL

@bernchyu1181 2 жыл бұрын

Truck stops sell velcro, I'm sure you bought some by now for that ac and your curtains.

@wildbillanderson9100 2 жыл бұрын

MORNING BRO

@trucking-driving-mechanic 2 жыл бұрын

Why not remove the passenger seat and bolt the A/C to the floor were the seat was and strap your cooler on top of the a/c ? that would help unclutter your truck some

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know if that AC could handle the weight of the cooler. I have thought about taking that seat out a lot.

@isaacb981 2 жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking i took my seat out and put my Kennel there and use it as a little table

@vitalekg 2 жыл бұрын

I should make a video on my setup I made it very clean and descreete looking. But my fuel savings are not descreete.. Already saved 347 hours of idling this season

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Wow sounds like a win. I'd like to see that setup

@questtech7148 2 жыл бұрын

You may want to put a CO detector in there just in case.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Already got 1. Did a video about it.

@tonyp2473 2 жыл бұрын

That's cool... Where did you get the window screen?? I need something like that.

@tonyp2473 2 жыл бұрын

Where can I get the window screen from?

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

I got mine at Petro

@bcm7088 Жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking you should do a video on the window screen setup. I'm not sure what it is. Thanks

@SamC992 2 жыл бұрын

I got the battery apu aka optimized idle on my 2022 it sucks ass. I’ve had it a full year now it starts and stops the engine at 9 rpm more than it should during a 10hr break. I’m lucky I have windows on both sides of the bunk with fans in them that work well if I drive until sundown but during the day the battery apu is garbage might as well idle the truck when the sun is up.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

That's a bummer I really wanted one of those battery apu.

@SamC992 2 жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking That’s exactly why I posted to let folks know if you don’t mind your truck starting and stopping 5-10 times at 9 rpm during a 10hr break it saves fuel but it kind of defeats the purpose imo. I hate the loud lawnmower Apu’s. I’m not sure how loud the green Apu’s are but sadly I’m prolly going to get a setup like in the video. I ran up north mostly last year so it didn’t bother me much but in the south when it’s 90 at sundown you know

@saradaniel9632 Ай бұрын

Can you tell me the brand name the 5000 btu Ac still working good

@CashisKingtrucking Ай бұрын

Can't remember, I bought it at home Depot. I think it was a brand called Sense.

@adamg4920 2 жыл бұрын

I’m Looking into a mark breeze 2.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

I looked at those, but only 2200 btu and $2k.

@RG-jy9bl 11 ай бұрын

With the generator outside how is holding against weather and salt. Let me know pls.

@CashisKingtrucking 11 ай бұрын

Holding up really well. I've had no issues and I just have mine covered with a mud flap

@fastjoecorrigan7426 2 жыл бұрын

I must have missed how much you paid for the generator and the cooler separate?

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Here's a video breaking down the cost. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/acl-bJOnvM21YXU.html

@alexmolina7705 Жыл бұрын

Where did your get the plexiglass to install to the window,thanks for the video

@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

Home Depot

@alexmolina7705 Жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking thanks for you help

@abyg5781 2 жыл бұрын

How many btu in ur portable ac unit?,also how may hours can u runs generator with 1.25 gallons ?

@thomashutcheson8487 Жыл бұрын

I want to know to

@SatansExecutioner 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@SKYLAR-MEAN 3 ай бұрын

Where did you get the window thing set up ? Was it come with that portable ac or you bought it separately?

@CashisKingtrucking 3 ай бұрын

I made it from the window screen inserts you can buy at the truck stops

@SKYLAR-MEAN 3 ай бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking I appreciate you sharing your experience!

@abdiqaniadan2349 Жыл бұрын

Do you have to keep running the generator in Oder to use your fridge

@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

@burroughs5252 2 жыл бұрын

I've had the same setup for 2 years it works 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 but it has to be off the floor to drain it or it will cut off.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

I got a no drain model.

@skinny-peters-JR. 2 жыл бұрын

What's the circle tag on back of arm....

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

CGM, freestyle libre 14 day. Check out my 2nd channel. Trucking with Diabetes. I did a video about it. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jcedd7J-z7GxdZ8.html

@Stavros1977 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video and great job! Are you concerned about carbon monoxide? Thx Cash 👍

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

No. I have a smoke alarm in carbon monoxide detector in the truck. I did a video about it about 2 months ago

@Stavros1977 2 жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking Thx I'll have to search for that video!

@dell7054 2 жыл бұрын

so if you run of the batteries how long would it last?

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe an hour or two off my truck batteries. I looked into a battery Bank that would charge from the truck and would keep the AC running for about 4 to 5 hours but it was almost $1,600

@aliciaandreas7433 3 ай бұрын

Hi! Is the generator strong enough to run the AC and a mini fridge at the same time? I understand it would need to be gas up more often

@CashisKingtrucking 3 ай бұрын

Depends on the wattage

@aliciaandreas7433 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, I was figuring around 4000 watts; does that sound right?

@ervillepalacio5284 Жыл бұрын

My generator always overloading with my ac

@niceday4 Жыл бұрын

What happens if it's raining out, will the generator cause a shock hazzard?

@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

@niceday4 Жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking will that work on the winter, same setup with a small heater

@abdiqaniadan2349 2 жыл бұрын

I sow you use to secure your generator some wire can you please tell me the name or where i can find one thank you

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Here's a link amzn.to/3xRVhra

@abdiqaniadan2349 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it driver 🙏

@tomhutchison5992 5 ай бұрын

Truly a jury rig

@CashisKingtrucking 5 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍🏻

@omarenriqueirizarryalcanta5270 Жыл бұрын

If any one is looking to do a installation more pro of something like this let me know I have a person in PA,Hazleton I can send you pictures right now I’m running a heater my generator is the igen 4500

@brainrichardson4181 2 жыл бұрын

It's cool I definitely approve. Just pls get a carbon monoxide detector, just in case. Rembrer A/C makes you weak though. It's so hot my phone can't charge, stupid thing

@jmh4ggg 2 жыл бұрын

I thought it was just me, this fan does nothing but push hot air...this is my 3rd summer, next summer I'll have an apu or generator.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Already got one. I did a video about it.

@brainrichardson4181 2 жыл бұрын

@@jmh4ggg It's allot worse with no fan though. Did you get the screens for the front windows?

@jmh4ggg 2 жыл бұрын

@@brainrichardson4181 No, I've been fine as long as I park away from trees, and I usually drive the entire hot part of the day. The worst part is I drive In the south. I can get my A/C fixed right now, but I'm not willing to run my engine all night so im gonna wait until I get an APU.

@Rob_TheMech 2 жыл бұрын

Will DOT say anything about carrying a gas can with fuel in it around? I feel like a trooper would have a field day.

@robertmichalscheck3072 2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelw-Polish-CFI-guy I carried a generator and extra gas in a box on my trailer

@robertmichalscheck3072 2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelw-Polish-CFI-guy f*ck “dot approved devices,lol,and f*ck the dot.

@joseangelestevez2919 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelw-Polish-CFI-guy is there any law that state you can't carry a generator in your truck? If so show it to me please.

@lamar07103 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelw-Polish-CFI-guy yes show us the law

@billymadison1466 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelw-Polish-CFI-guy if it’s not an fmcsa reg there’s not a damn thing they can do as long as it’s mounted with rated securement.

@glennevitt5250 28 күн бұрын

Hey Cash, how long did this system work for you?😎💯🚛

@CashisKingtrucking 28 күн бұрын

I used it for two summers. Then gave it away to someone else

@glennevitt5250 28 күн бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking thanks Cash for the information 😎💯🚛

@thermowet13 2 жыл бұрын

From fmcsa standpoint is this legal can I get into to trouble having a generator on my catwalk?

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

? No idea.

@devoywilliams3956 2 жыл бұрын

It’s only legal when parked

@thermowet13 2 жыл бұрын

@@devoywilliams3956 so if am driving they can cite me for having it on my catwalk....

@derick12331 2 жыл бұрын

Where does the water go?does it not have a drain? Thanks

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

It does have a drain. Most of the newer ones evaporate the water like a refrigerator

@derick12331 2 жыл бұрын

@@CashisKingtrucking awesome, I didn’t know that, thank you 🙏🏼

@GSinghCalif. 2 жыл бұрын

i think zero breeze is a better option no fuel no generator nothing illegal.

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing illegal with what I'm doing. Be sure to buy 3 of the zero breeze. Only 2300 btu each.

@jeffreyweston900 7 ай бұрын

The dual hose units are better they put out less heat inside the vehicle!

@CashisKingtrucking 7 ай бұрын

The dual hoses works like this. 1 hose is for removing hot air and 1 is for air intake. I have a dual hose battery powered air conditioner from zero breeze. Being in a truck stop you're going to be sucking in hot air from the parking lot. I don't want to do that. That's why I used the single hose.

@jeffreyweston900 7 ай бұрын

@CashisKingtrucking but that return air is what allows it to run more efficient I actually tried it..but In the end they both use to much power so I use a 6500 btu window unit instead an I'm able to run it for 14 to 17 hours depending on where I set the temperature an also what's the temperature outside..the window unit only uses 465 watts I use a champion generator similar to yours! I've been doing it for about 6 year's now!

@israelanderson23 2 жыл бұрын

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@NLD88000 2 жыл бұрын

Are you worried about carbon monoxide at all

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

No. That little generator puts out hardly any exhaust. Also I have a smoke and carbon monoxide detector in the truck.

@tshaunscales8086 Жыл бұрын

How you do drain the water? Also how long does it take to fill up with water?

@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

Mine evaporates most of the water out the exhaust tube. If it's really humid sometimes I have to drain it. It has a drain hole in the back I just drain it into a bowl and throw it out the window.

@tshaunscales8086 Жыл бұрын

@Cash is King trucking thanks for the reply. I've tried that and it's been clogging. I'll try a different way tonight. I have the exact one you have and the same set up. It keeps throwing the e5 code

@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

@@tshaunscales8086 yeah I think I'm going to use a 5 gallon bucket with a lid this summer for it to drain it into when it's really humid

@Lanstarbco Жыл бұрын

I could save you some time it don't work I had that set up before and it pulls so much power it's shame full 4 hours max on a hot day

@CashisKingtrucking Жыл бұрын

Even on the hottest day I'm getting six to eight hours out of it. Maybe my truck's better insulated than yours.

@AlexK-bh8mc Жыл бұрын

This is the sickest thing I ever saw.

@bradandlindasherman2710 2 жыл бұрын

Problem is the noise that will make

@CashisKingtrucking 2 жыл бұрын

That generator is quieter than any Apu I've ever heard. Seriously you can barely hear it in the truck. That generator operates at 52 decibels.

@mrmotofy 2 ай бұрын

Inverter generators are smarter and quieter which also means burns less. They idle down when low load and go up as needed. They're very quiet unless running full blast. Which isn't often.