Looks great! I would turn the generator around and have the exhaust pointed out away from the truck though. You don't want the exhaust to build up under your truck and find it's way up into your cab while you're sleeping. I'm not bashing on your setup. Just trying to help you out.
@cool2180
9 ай бұрын
Good idea. I just would get a quieter generator. There is also a split/AC system I have seen for a truck.
@ededic2008
Жыл бұрын
I’ve searched high and low for the bracket and can’t find this one. All the ones I am finding do not have the two lower braces that connect the left and right side together. Any help finding this exact bracket would be appreciated.
@ced54930
Жыл бұрын
Did you find out which bracket? Also needing info
@Sinerwray
5 ай бұрын
Chassis Grabber Mounting bracket no holes to drill 😊
@KuntalGhosh
2 жыл бұрын
There are many improvement that could be done to make this system that much better. , Get a portable air conditioner that has two pipes so it doesn't pull the inside air out. , Preferably get a window air conditioner if it is your own truck and mount it at the back of your cab just cut a big square hole and use some clamps and seal it with silicone. , Get an inverter generator it will reduce the fuel consumption by a lot and they are also much quieter. An inverter air conditioner will help even more but they are quite expensive and i am not sure if u can get them in lower capacity. Although for the size of your cab 12000btu should be required in a hot day.
@darrellbambammacon8390
Жыл бұрын
I have a simular type setup with a smaller generator but i want to get the bracket like you have.i use a 200 watt generator from Harbour Freight and in the winter time i have a Espar heater. Also for back up in winter time i have a 1500 Jackery Solar Generator for inside that saves ware and tear on my Batteries .thatvivcharge back up while driving every other day orv3 days
@matthewhansen5008
2 жыл бұрын
For making heat in the winter time it is hard to beat one of the knock off diesel fired bunk heaters.
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
I've seen you can get one for like 150 bucks too.
@michaelbaldwin5119
2 жыл бұрын
The predator 2000w fits great in the passenger side step of the w900. I have a 2002 with 12 gauge tool box on my passenger side step and it fits perfectly. I just take it out to run at night and put away when not in use.
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
I wanted to do something that can maybe run the block heater too. And a heater, no bunk heater in here
@michaelbaldwin5119
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrivetoProvide I understand that too. I meant no harm just posted for others that may want an alternative to a bigger unit is all
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
@@michaelbaldwin5119 yeah man no worries, that's what it's all about!
@earlbutler7041
2 жыл бұрын
YESSS. Been waiting on this video.
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
I'll keep updating it as I go
@glackaglack1534
3 ай бұрын
Do not drill or weld, why do they say that on the frame and the dealer does the same thing
@bigtommy875
2 жыл бұрын
Take some aluminum foil and some windex to cover your side windows in the sleeper and skylight windows but on like tint and it works
@teddekkerfan92
2 жыл бұрын
There is split systems intended for this application however all are about 3-4k , The three systems are Cruse n comfort, under mount AC, and dynasys. Cruise n comfort is a 12v system that is 8k BTU they do offer 24,48volt options Undermount ac uses module components from proair and requires the compressor to be mounted outside, 10k BTU at 12v Dynasys offering is their 2nd gen HVAC system rebranded 120v 12k BTU. completely electric no engine. Requires 18-20 amps I am not a sales person just another person who also didn't want to purchase a apu.
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely need to look into those. Even if I run them off this generator but replace the ac/heat unit. I'm not against mounting something outside
@teddekkerfan92
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrivetoProvide if you would like I can send you a wiring diagram for a system with a inverter/charger. I have a t800 with a diesel generator and electric air conditioner.
@vitalekg
Жыл бұрын
I've got similar set up, I've got a clock for it to count up my savings at this point I've almost got 600hrs on the generator. So the Ac and generator are paid for by itself. For the next season I wanna try electric Ac for $1200 ppl say it works pretty good and less hassle
@Sinerwray
5 ай бұрын
Batteries?
@teamdada2194
Жыл бұрын
Bought time somebody with some brains installs a $800 generator instead of a 12k apu.
@martinwarren5026
Жыл бұрын
Without some kind of shock absorber for that generator,it will be in pieces before 6 months guaranteed. I put that exact generator on and got one season out of it!
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
I'd prefer to have it on the deck plate. But it's still working
@preparedtrucker6815
2 жыл бұрын
Gotta do a weekly saving on fuel with the set up
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great idea
@preparedtrucker6815
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrivetoProvide looking forward to it I just gotta get my generator and that bracket next and I'll be doing the same
@rajpoot0426
Жыл бұрын
Nice setup, Does generator needs to be covered during rain or snow?
@jeromes5141
2 жыл бұрын
Love the idea and finish product but it's loud. Someone may turn it off at a truckstop. Good video man.
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
It's really not as loud as the video might make it seem. The diesel ones and refer trailers are way louder
@jeromes5141
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrivetoProvide Oh great. Here over Stop and Shop Assonet MAS waiting 5 hrs to be unloaded and looking at a similar set up. The guy has his generator bolted dwn on that cross walk with not much space between the trailer and tractor. If it works it works. I prefer your setup still. Bless.
@darrellbambammacon8390
Жыл бұрын
Are you serious it is way quieter than thise APUS
@TheRoadhammer379
10 ай бұрын
ffs, those generators are rated at 64 decibel, humans talk at 63db, do a little bit of research b4 bumping gums
@Mike-uu7ku
Жыл бұрын
I just meant For what you paid for the noisy one you can go online and buy a fema generator quiet inverter generator for the same price
@jeffgarvin8405
Жыл бұрын
I installed a portable a/c in my truck and it's not keeping up at all. With it running it stays 80 90 degrees in the truck. Did yours keep the truck cool?
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
Yes it still does
@rev800g
2 жыл бұрын
That gen is loud AF! Not going to weather well with wheel spray unless you get some kind of good cover.
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
It's more quiet than an apu. Can't hardly hear it when I'm inside
@TheRoadhammer379
10 ай бұрын
Loud as what... would you like to sleep beside my Detroit screaming through 7" straight pipes and god awful turbo whistle? These generators are rated at 64 decibel, humans talk at 63db.
@OSFLEXZ
2 ай бұрын
Awesome job. Where did you get the generator and the cage? I have a 2015 freightliner Cascadia. Please hard the details information
@gogofa2675
Жыл бұрын
From where you get mounting bracket
@mrdiaz2575
Жыл бұрын
Where can i buy the bracket??
@2preach
2 жыл бұрын
good thinking
@davidb4789
2 жыл бұрын
Good work! Stay cool.
@davidanddiana7173
2 жыл бұрын
Yes sir nice work 🤙
@kmtspartan3
2 жыл бұрын
Good video brotha!
@olasunkanmiadedeji5781
11 ай бұрын
Nice job. Where did you get the bracket for the generator?
@pavontrucking4689
5 ай бұрын
I really like you setup , but if I wa you I'll spend little be more money on the generator ,and rather than that go for inverter cover frame less noise and efficiency in fuel ,,
@user-vm8sy2qe7b
Жыл бұрын
Where did you get your tool box mounting bracket from?
@berniesands6201
Жыл бұрын
I hate to be the guy commenting and correcting everything, but you know you was using the drill bit in reverse.
@jasonfloyd5626
Жыл бұрын
That's just because the camera frames were not fast enough. It's an illusion.
@TheRoadhammer379
10 ай бұрын
I hate to be the guy that laughs at people who don't understand frame rates and optical illusions. 😂
@jumpoffjoe6572
6 ай бұрын
I just saw your comment a year later, and wonder, do you still get on the internet and make stupid comments. 😂😂
@cablanchette1
Жыл бұрын
Hey, wondering exactly what air conditioner model it is. It looks a little bit smaller than some of them and I'd like to try to put one in front of my passenger seat, and maybe hope to cool the whole cabin
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
I'll have to check when I get back home. But I know it came from home depot. It is a 3 in one, ac, heat, dehumidifier. The heat function though is trash. Ac works great. In summer time I keep it infront of my passenger seat then when I use it I lift it onto the seat and hook up the vent tube to the window
@mukhtarafshar492
Жыл бұрын
Could you please share the link where to get this generator and AC?
@Sinerwray
5 ай бұрын
I know this a old video but any problems with dirt or mud getting on generator or thought of putting a shield atound it to keep it cleaner?
@DrivetoProvide
5 ай бұрын
Only issue I had was the pull cord snapped. Easy fix though. I did consider building a box for it but never got around to it. Still works great
@robertorange3597
3 ай бұрын
You have any drivers complain that it's loud? Got one I'm thinking about putting on where did you get the bracket@@DrivetoProvide
@trucklife3602
Жыл бұрын
Where do you buy the bracket?
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
I don't remember. I'm thinking Amazon, but home depot has some too. Just have to know the size you need. I looked for semi truck tool box mounting bracket
@05trucker55
Жыл бұрын
How many hrs will it run on a full tank of gas ?
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
With the load my ac unit puts on 2 gallons gets me 10-12 hours
@strongmindtransportllc
Жыл бұрын
Awesome bro, where did you get it from
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
Home depot
@lifeontheroad8970
Жыл бұрын
How do u deal with carbon monoxide getting into the cab ?
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
Not sure if it was in that video or another one, but I added an exhaust pipe moving it towards the back
@dontucker5883
4 ай бұрын
CO2 meter is a must, Please get one if your still with us lol
@SH-di8im
Жыл бұрын
Don’t you have to worry about getting fumes in your truck?
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
Not anymore than a diesel apu.
@cbenson1820
Жыл бұрын
Where can I buy the Bracket Kit ???brand ? thank you
@Sinerwray
5 ай бұрын
Chassis Grabber Mounting google it should pop up there around 250$
@luckyclutch5561
Жыл бұрын
aye man come on why you not including the name of the bracket? 😅 guess i gotta do some detective work good video though I know i am not the only one haha
@ededic2008
Жыл бұрын
If you find it. Please do share because I would like to get this exact bracket. Thank you.
@Mike-uu7ku
Жыл бұрын
Inverter gen
@Mark-wt9hx
2 жыл бұрын
That thing will suck the hell out of gas
@DrivetoProvide
2 жыл бұрын
Says it will run 14 hours on 50% load
@Mark-wt9hx
2 жыл бұрын
That not too bad then
@waynelewis1117
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrivetoProvide what btu is the a/c?
@teamdada2194
Жыл бұрын
Like an apu. Or worse yet idling. Good one
@andrewdrumfire8023
Жыл бұрын
I had the same setup, it does work to keep you cool but... c'mon man , it's loud, it's not convenient and it looks ridiculous. Carrying those gas cans around, waking up in sweat because your generator ran out of fuel or took a crap... I've got a 12v split system now,400AH worth of lithium and 340w of solar on my roof. No noise, no gas cans, you turn it on and off from your remote and that's it. All in all , not too expensive if you DIY it at a weekend and will freeze the shit out of you for your entire 34h reset.
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
That sounds awesome! Where can I learn more about that setup?
@andrewdrumfire8023
Жыл бұрын
@@DrivetoProvide I bought the AC directly from China on alibaba, the unit itself (plus shipping) was about $850, how much you spend on batteries is up to you really, depends on what brand and capacity obviously , I got 4 SOK 100AH (400Ah total) batteries (about $2000) , you’ll also need a DC to DC charger (I got the Renogy 60 amp charger, about $200), 2 gauge wires to hook everything up and some circuit breakers. Again, it’s up to you how much you want to spend on the setup , you can get the cheapest batteries and charger or you can invest a little more and get better batteries and chargers. If you’re tight on money or just don’t need too much running time, a cheap 300AH battery from amazon will do, if you need more running time, obviously bigger battery and solar. I might make a video soon with the setup
@TheRoadhammer379
10 ай бұрын
Alibaba... and you are shit talking him.
@andrewdrumfire8023
10 ай бұрын
@@TheRoadhammer379All I was saying is that you can get a way better setup for a little more money, no shit talking - straight facts.
@jwcwtrucking1505
Жыл бұрын
This is not APU at all
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
Do you know what apu stands for? Auxiliary power unit...
@jwcwtrucking1505
Жыл бұрын
@Terry Ward that's a Generator that your putting on there is a difference between the 2
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
@JWCW Trucking a diesel powered apu is also a generator buddy. They do the same thing. Only mine isn't hardwired into the truck or the coolant. Which not all apus are. This is used to power an ac unit to keep idle down. It's an apu, that doesn't cost 12k.
@jwcwtrucking1505
Жыл бұрын
@Terry Ward whatever why not put installing a generator cuz that's what your doing
@DrivetoProvide
Жыл бұрын
@@jwcwtrucking1505 because it's an auxiliary power unit.
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