No matter the profession, a person who takes the time to impart their wisdom and experiences to others is truly a GIANT in the field of what they do...you are a GIANT my friend...enjoy and learn from your vids...
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Silver Spur thank you and thanks for watching
@hotrodhog2170
6 жыл бұрын
Who else hits the like button before watching the video because you already know its going to be a good one?
@waynestruckshorts
6 жыл бұрын
I DO
@roydenton190
3 жыл бұрын
@@waynestruckshorts p
@TopFlightGarage
6 жыл бұрын
I worked on alot of those, they are most definitely worth it if you take care of it as it is another maintenance item. But they fuel they save compared to the main engine running is unbelievable
@jamesthomas8938
4 жыл бұрын
Could you give me a call
@jamesthomas8938
4 жыл бұрын
Could you give me a call james 904 4055315, zavy vo would like to talk to you about electric apu
@Outdoors.with.Ricky_P
3 жыл бұрын
I bet you will move the condenser at some point. All the road crap will clog the fan and to not run. I would build a mount to install on the frame at the back of your cab. I love the one on my truck and will always have a terminal king on my truck.
@meatman3042
6 жыл бұрын
I had one when I was over the road with AVERITT, I kept getting codes and breaking down . Master fues inside . But I still love them ... Good choice . TK I think is one of the best .
@deadfox852
6 жыл бұрын
Well you said it straight up at the start the best costs a little extra but always pays for it's self in the lack of down time.
@2mkholley
4 жыл бұрын
After having APU I'll never operate without one!
@otharountree8243
6 жыл бұрын
I'm not a trucker but really enjoy your videos. You have made a lot of good enprovements. My wife and appreciate that you keep it clean. And we don't think you are not a know it all.Great looking ride. You made a comment awhile back about Christian artists charging for song play. A lot of it is out of their control.Their recording label controls a lot of that. Appreciate the time and money you put into making these vetos. Retired GM worker and I was born in Jelico, Tenn. God bless and you are in our prayers.
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Otha Rountree Thank you for the prayers, I’m convinced I have some serious prayer warriors on my behalf, I didn’t think anyone caught that ramblings about the music rights, and yes I know it’s out of their control.
@otharountree8243
6 жыл бұрын
Love your ramblings because it is what we all do at times.
@herranton
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, that seems really expensive. A 3000w Honda generator is $2000, an AC unit for an RV is about $800 and a RV heater is about $400. Those are the basic parts, with maybe a couple deep cycle batteries. So if thermoking is shopping retail for their parts supply (which they're not) they are overcharging by about $5000.
@imthinking5398
6 жыл бұрын
I get having the fan of the tripac hidden behind the tool box in terms of looks. The truck def looks better without it on the back of the truck. Having said that, isn’t it more prone to take damage in that position?? Btw I would have put it in the same position. Has it been damaged yet??
@Davefromwisconsin
3 жыл бұрын
12/30/20 my TK dealer just called to tell me my truck is ready. I had a tripac installed over the last few days. I cannot believe how many O/Os even have told me idling is cheaper. I guess they can’t math. I bought the truck in October(18 years in, my first truck) and when the weather in my area turned cold enough that I had to idle I cried myself to sleep thinking about the $ going out into the atmosphere. The list of things that make my truck awesome just doubled in size 1 it’s a glider and 2 It’s got an apu. Sure 12Gs is a lot of coin but I guarantee it’ll pay for itself in less than 3 years. And if the fuel price keeps going up it’ll only pay for itself faster. Wish me luck.
@johnhull6363
6 жыл бұрын
X15 kinda life... keep the idle hours off em Last a lot better
@waynesworld2086
6 жыл бұрын
John Hull absolutely lol,but I'll always be a kitty cat fan lol
@johnhull6363
6 жыл бұрын
Wayne Dearman I still have a weakness for the two cycle Detroit's, loved a V8 Mack, but I cut my teeth on the 3406 B ..... four and a quarter cats in Ford Louisville's.... that's what the company I worked for ran.... I used to love smoking out rude toll booth attendants when I ran 8v92 coaches on weekend Atlantic City trips in college....back when they all had signs "coaches please pull off slowly" lol....those things would plug a dpf in 2 pull offs... lmao
@James5976
6 жыл бұрын
Only criticism: stop stopping your ramblings, we came for the ramblings. I'd like to hear about the troubles you had with the install too -- if anyone is getting one they want to know what to watch for at the install too
@samo8204
6 жыл бұрын
Dane Watson yes we do want to know.
@rickoliver5684
4 жыл бұрын
i HOPE ALL THE ROAD SALT, WATER FROM SPLASHES, ROCKS, ROAD DEBRIS, AND OTHER THINGS YOU RUN OVER DON'T ROT OR DESTROY YOU CONDENSER UNIT. THAT'S WHY THEY PUT THEM ON THE BACK OF THE SLEEPER TO KEEP IT FROM HARM!,
@frankswain9483
6 жыл бұрын
GREAT information as usual! Love to understand and you do a good job of explaining. Thanks much! My best in your new company venture. I KNOW you'll do very well, indeed.
@zygotebear3631
3 жыл бұрын
2 cylinder yanmar. Espar d2 air heater. 1800 watt inverter true sine wave. Many customizable features. One of the best you can buy.
@tonypickrell4281
6 жыл бұрын
U look cold Tim...! Lol...! 8 above here today in S.W. Missouri , be glad when the temp. gets back to normal ( about 54° ) Lol.. !
@superfly4137
3 жыл бұрын
I have an tripac. Its very loud. I cant sleep with the thing on. How do you reduce the engine noise?
@John_Linn
Жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, long time follower. Love your content. I just bought a 2023 T680, and I’m putting a new APU on it. Noticed your undercarriage mounting of your fan/AC evaporator (the unit typically mounted on the back of the cab). How’s that worked out? Would ya recommend that mounting spot buddy?
@djdj-qx3hb
5 жыл бұрын
You don't know how many cylinders omg your to hold to drive.
@davidrogers3628
6 жыл бұрын
Wow Tim, I wish they would have had that ThermoKing unit back when I was driving! Looks like a very nice system! Have you ever considered coated bearings for less rolling resistance? Also wondering of you ever considered the engine oil monitoring system that filters your oil and keeps it clean?
@battleborn8139
6 жыл бұрын
Will it circulate water through your isx15? To keep the block warm.
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Battle born I was wondering if someone was going to gig me on that, honestly I don’t see how it could, not sure how the engine thermostat works, if it’s temperature controlled only, then yes, if the trucks engine has to run for it to open then no.
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Battle born wait a minute, scratch that, yes it’s hooked into the heater hose lines and that water comes out of the block and not the radiator, so yes !
@John_Linn
Жыл бұрын
You’re rig is top shelf…but I’m thinking there’s a reason that condenser fan is typically mounted high up on the backside of the cab. Be nice to hear your experience on it! Great content amigo 😊
@TheBigh248
6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video appreciate all that you do for the truck drivers but I also wanted to let you know if you want to make that thing really bulletproof I have a product that I use its called cerma oil and treatment check it out on their website or on KZitem
@doon714
6 жыл бұрын
Another great video, stay warm. It was -10 up here In Pa. this morning, Happy New Years.
@littlewingpsc27
6 жыл бұрын
I thought the S-Bar heaters ran on diesel fuel? So does your heat come from the coolent water from the APU through that small box via a heat exchanger, or is it electric and gets the power to make heat from the generator? You mentioned the pieces were all part of the tri-pack, but based on other trucker videos who have S-Bar heaters with an exhaust pipe, I'm confused about how you setup works. Sorry, I'm not a trucker.
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
littlewingpsc27 my heater is diesel fired and is a stand alone deal, but it’s installed with and from Thermo king
@littlewingpsc27
6 жыл бұрын
So the "Hot & Cold" knob on the APU control panel just does AC and not Heat? Or does the APU also have electric heat and AC?
@landlockedcruiser
6 жыл бұрын
I've had that tripac system on the engine is to loud and when you use the A/C side the blower is to noisy even on low its still a very loud system! I changed out to a Dynasys APU from the motor to the A/C is quiet now if you have it on high you can hear it. But other than that it's quiet! But to each there own of product choice some ppl are Ford's some are Chevy ppl!
@davidschabel7832
6 жыл бұрын
minus here in vermont, 20 sounds good,freezing pull toy told you that
@rout9291
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information! But curious? How many years did you run without the units?
@ChristopherHelgerson
6 жыл бұрын
I used to run flatbed for a company out of North Little Rock, AR... their trucks are equipped with EPU's that don't hold a candle to your unit, not to mention the clean install on your Pete.
@TomHeid1
6 жыл бұрын
The battery experts say to let the volts go below 12.2 isn't good. Cuts the life of the batteries. At 12.2 the batteries are at a half charge. It's not me but I would go back to 12.5
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
TomHeid1 it ran way to much at 12.5 with the heater, my Volvo it would only run at about 5 am and it was time to get by then.
@azcactusflower1
6 жыл бұрын
Time for a new intro with new name on truck. :-) Out with old in with the new.
@frederickoning191
6 жыл бұрын
Excellent video~ ! You make the best case for purchasing new and of the best quality. It pays for itself. It is counter intuitive but the best use of one's intelligence. I love these informative videos. Always something new on this channel and I sincerely appreciate it. Happy New Year!
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Frederic Koning Happy New Year 🎆
@ryandoe11
6 жыл бұрын
I have to get a tooth extracted tomorrow and think i plan on getting an replacement in there. Can you tell the story about your missing tooth in the front/?
@maconmiles2057
6 жыл бұрын
Was a scorching 10 this morning where I am in Texas. Up to a big 20 now. Wind has not been real bad so far today. Good video on the APU.
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Macon Miles cold and windy here, I need a southern route to La this weekend, warm up a little
@xle5363
6 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video of you backing your truck into your driveway at home looks like it might be a tight squeeze.
@100pyatt
6 жыл бұрын
Chrome cases would look so cool. I'm going to paint match my new one. APU is there way to go Absolutely !!
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Charles Pyatt I’m low rent, can’t swing that fancy case
@100pyatt
6 жыл бұрын
Life is Good. Haha i hear ya driver ;-)
@maconmiles2057
6 жыл бұрын
BTW, are you still planning on touring the Cummins plant? If so when? Would enjoy a video on that if you get time to do so.
@matthewmcewen1557
6 жыл бұрын
-11 degrees at 8 this morning in Buffalo, NY
@lashan4636
2 жыл бұрын
Is a truck with 899k good since it’s had a apu?
@tonybailey6059
6 жыл бұрын
Great videos your putting out I follow you while your traveling across the country...
@jesust6101
3 жыл бұрын
But when it breaks it cost a lot to fix and it break very often
@waynestruckshorts
6 жыл бұрын
Great video i like
@ghostscantkill
6 жыл бұрын
I've got a 2017 Peterbilt 579 with a TriPac. Love it! I'm sitting at the PETRO near Toledo Ohio where it's about -5 air temperature. Heat is working well!
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
ghostscantkill the heaters are great aren’t they, the Ac at night is not my favorite, unit kicks on and off, wakes me up.
@ghostscantkill
6 жыл бұрын
Life is Good. Oh yeah! Lol on the A/C! I sleep so hard I never hear it. I think I love sleeping in the truck because I lived on a ship for 3.5 years, and shared a berthing with 35 other people and I always thought it'd be just fine without all the other people. This is like having my own State Room. Anyways. Be safe out there Driver!
@redbluesome2829
6 жыл бұрын
ghostscantkill - Captain’s quarters for a trucker!
@DennisH125
6 жыл бұрын
I have the same set up on my truck and I love it.
@alejandrodionicioiglesiasv3219
6 жыл бұрын
GOOD 2018 ...... SUERTE EN EL CAMINO...... Y UNA LARGA VIDA........ SALUDOS
@johnm.evangelis693
6 жыл бұрын
Good to see you back on the Helm Tim, so the TriPac is an addition to the Factory installed Heating and cooling system plus it's a battery tender,Awesome. Happy Trucking in 2018!!! P.S. when are you going back on the road?
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
John M. Evangelis hopefully Wednesday, going to Peterbilt on Tuesday in search of a air leak, then booking my first run of the year and on my own, exciting!
@tanaka.shinji1
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is good to have apu. However, this runs alot during summer and winter, and if you are not maintainng well, it breaks down alot. I went to shop so many times, and do not know why they can sell this apu. Normal generator changes oil every trip, but this apu changes oil every 6 months or less. It can break down just becsuse of that reason only.
@gregnrewton1334
3 жыл бұрын
Love that color of your truck.
@williamjiguere6150
Жыл бұрын
snow will mess it up bad
@DutchK75
5 жыл бұрын
A gentleman I ran into had 40k on his Tri Pak. And he bought it used. The Comfort Pro I had on a company truck blew. My boss bought 6. They all sucked. He bought 6 Tri Paks and they all work fine. Another company I worked for had Tri Paks. They didn't do anything to them as far as maintenance hardly. And they all worked fine. And they moved them from truck to truck.
@RB25luv
6 жыл бұрын
U work for the same landstar out of Jacksonville FL?
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
RB25luvGT35R not any more, I quit
@ejtipp4650
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, love it. I'm just curious.......does this guy actually drive his truck! It is so pristine! Great vehicle either way.
@Saskbuckoutdoors
6 жыл бұрын
How many hours on the engine of that apu?
@ThinkEagle7
2 жыл бұрын
You need to loose weight brother. You're breathing hard.
@LifeisGood2018
2 жыл бұрын
Asthma but i agree my 185lbs should be around 175lbs for my 5’7 height
@michaelhaiden6718
6 жыл бұрын
Wow I did not know anything like that existed save a lot of fuel money in the winter time we used to idel a quarter tank of fuel away over night by the way I used to do wild cating back in the day just use the brokers authority
@peppaboy9
4 жыл бұрын
I have one it runs for about 5 minutes and then red light comes on and it shuts off
@justwondering786
6 жыл бұрын
OK that was a good tour of the thermal King now I want a tour of that Harley you ride ? And one more question what oil do you run ? And Happy Trails to you for the new year 👍
@zbmcg22
5 жыл бұрын
Nice truck
@FriedShrimpPoBoy
5 жыл бұрын
Wanted to see how much under the bunk storage space was lost in place of the evaporator and duct work.
@davidschabel7832
6 жыл бұрын
minus 9 in vermont, 20 sounds good, pull toy told you that
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
david schabel you can keep that up there, it was 12 degrees here this morning
@playergish4848
6 жыл бұрын
what is the name of your intro song and who is it by? I love it. Great content by the way, your videos are amazing. I really like the headstrap when you drive.
@samo8204
6 жыл бұрын
Tim, I'm not worried about the heat. I want to know how well it cools when it's 120° outside?
@paul-andreguenette6310
6 жыл бұрын
Happy new year To you good vid take care👍👌
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
paul-andre guenette Thanks, Happy New Year
@christinealwayschirping4115
6 жыл бұрын
Good thing to know am learning more all the time between your videos and reading , listening...stay safe and warm God bless
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
Christine always chirping reading 📖 I prefer John Grisham for recreation and educational readings
@christinealwayschirping4115
6 жыл бұрын
Life is Good. LoL....
@raymondbradley6788
6 жыл бұрын
Tim it is cold in Texas. 25 degrees feels like 12 miserable. Thank you for sharing the tripacks workings.
@cjhudson8400
6 жыл бұрын
Question sir heard other truckers even with generator Apu whatever still talk bout if it gets in single digits still run there engine at night any thoughts on that??
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
CJ Hudson yes I agree, if I’m out and it gets below high 20s I run mine, cheaper than freezing up.
@HEYSERG
6 жыл бұрын
CJ Hudson definitely because sometimes the apu doesn't do much
@stevegriffith6478
6 жыл бұрын
I have been in single digits a lot, only time I run the truck is when the APU can’t make up its mind and starts and stops every 5 min. If I could find a way to just keep it running I wouldn’t idle the truck unless it was below -10 ambient. The APU will keep the coolant above freezing as well as the fuel seeing it has a return to the tank. All lines under the truck and hood are wrapped up. And blocked from wind. But once again it’s a mute point cause the APU has a mind of its own. I’m more afraid of the starter going out as much as it likes to start and stop.
@FattyPubis1
6 жыл бұрын
I've ran those thermo king evolutions to -40 and didn't have a problem, the company had an idle timer so I couldn't run the truck. Kept my engine around 120 when I started up the next morning.
@Lost_AtSea_
6 жыл бұрын
How's come every tri Pac iv had on every company truck if been in has broke down numerous times? I'm always at thermo king for the dang thing????
@misconceptionindustries2968
6 жыл бұрын
Cause they are crap companies that dont maintain to unit. Stuff doesnt run forever with service.
@mariushmedias
6 жыл бұрын
Now that you're running under your own authority, you're gonna have to remake the intro, as we see Landstar on the truck in lots of places :) (apologies for being off-topic)
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
mariushmedias yes I agree, I will quit using the intro until I can take some fresh pictures, no apologies needed
@markg0410
6 жыл бұрын
That sleeper reminds of my coffin rack back in the Navy.
@skiff27
6 жыл бұрын
How much fuel dose it eat .
@camrobinson5513
6 жыл бұрын
Its seems like the condenser would fouled up with road debris where its situated so low to the ground
@misconceptionindustries2968
6 жыл бұрын
Man he washes that thing 3 times a week how's it gonna get dirty?!?
@dannyvicars22
6 жыл бұрын
Can I ask who installed the apu?
@toxic1venom
6 жыл бұрын
U look like Woody Harrelson
@ronbranum7858
6 жыл бұрын
Welcome back.. Good to see you again
@jamiefekete4566
6 жыл бұрын
At what outside temperature do you run the truck engine all night
@shawnbenton244
6 жыл бұрын
Chris Fekete I am a driver also have a carrier apu. With treated fuel can stay comfortable down to -20F with the apu. Any colder than that I run the truck. System could probably handle colder but I worry about fuel freezing
@danielanderson8400
6 жыл бұрын
Get and train horn
@miketaylor6053
3 жыл бұрын
Next month!
@LifeisGood2018
3 жыл бұрын
Seriously? You will love it!
@miketaylor6053
3 жыл бұрын
@@LifeisGood2018 yes. I put a deposit down and it's scheduled for the 26th. It will pay for itself in fuel and maint savings as well as a happier, better rested driver.
@kenkimbell6909
6 жыл бұрын
Gr8 job , keep it up 👍
@jonsahai6207
6 жыл бұрын
Time to update your intro. Still say Landstar !!
@mikehaid3305
6 жыл бұрын
Does your trailer have disk brake?
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
mike haid trailer is drum
@Squarehead232
6 жыл бұрын
Can I ask which computer you use to edit your videos??
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
trucker4life232 the software link is in my description box
@Squarehead232
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply. Love the Largecar and the videos. Keep up the great work
@johnhull6363
6 жыл бұрын
I like where you put the condenser....keeps that back nice and clean, do you have a diesel bunk heater also
@frankswain9483
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Tripac does that as he mentioned in the vid. LOVES that part the most!
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
John Hull yes that little heater is it, road salt or road debris would be rough on it’s mounting location, you have to watch the gators and such in the road
@johnhull6363
6 жыл бұрын
Yeah I get you on debris damage thought about that watching the video but I think I would have to risk it...
@LifeisGood2018
6 жыл бұрын
John Hull I thought it was worth the risk, they didn’t want to install it that close to the drives in case of a blowout, I have only lost one drive in my life, that’s because the Boss ran cheap caps, I run new rubber and keep my tire pressure up
@johnhull6363
6 жыл бұрын
Life is Good. Yeah I watched enough of your videos that I can tell you keep your equipment maintained meticulously, you could probably make a guard if you wanted.. .
@skinnycarlos8771
6 жыл бұрын
You got a very poor lightin but other than that it was a good video.... Thanks and good luck...
@Harley04
6 жыл бұрын
Great videos, thanks for sharing; Ice Road Truckers could use units like that or maybe you could head up there and teach them a thing or two!
@arronmoberly6449
6 жыл бұрын
Happy new year Tim! Hope 2018 is an even better year for you! God bless! Keep the vids coming
@Solitaryman70
6 жыл бұрын
GREAT, another gadget on the truck that burns fuel..LOL, I’d never waste my money on that junk, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with idling a DIESEL ENGINE, they’re made to constantly run.
@redbluesome2829
6 жыл бұрын
undercoverboss2020 - If you want to idle a 15 liter Diesel all night you can, but the fuel cost is going to creep up on you over time. And the less you have to run a DEF engine the better, they’re not quite as worry free as Diesels used to be.
@Solitaryman70
6 жыл бұрын
Red Bluesome , I understand, I hate CAPITALISM; they always create junk and changes even when it’s REDUNDANT; the end result always cost the consumers. Mechanics have it the worst, they constantly have to update their tools because of changes, most of them don’t receive a tool allowance anymore, I WONDER WHY THAT IS? LOL. The number one enemy to the American People is not North Korea , or the Taliban, or Al Qaeda; if you want to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN, KILL CAPITALISM, IT ONLY BENEFITS THE RICH.
@misconceptionindustries2968
6 жыл бұрын
Well when it comes to saving a 65000 dollar engine then you would have one. Yes diesels are made to run. But DEF systems are made to work when engine is under a load. Idling for your 34 hour break does not put load on engine even with it idled up to 950 RPM to maintain oil pressure to the top end or motor. So therefore you will have problems with you DPF SYSTEM in the future.... If you dont idle the new engines they wont cause you problems. Idleing kills these DEF, DPF OR CARB COMPLIANT ENGINES/ SYSTEMS. Do some research maybe you will understand the reason behind the APU. Also it's a safety function. Say your road engine fails in ND at -65 below in a blizzard guess what you wont care cause you will be cozy and warm watching tv an making coffee while you wait for NDOT or some other calvary to come rescue you. Or you can freeze to death take your pick! Maybe you should drive around more an broaden your horizons before you talk about stuff you dont know anything about. See ya on the flipside!!!
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