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Running generator instead of the apu - simon999 - 04-16-2017
Hot summer is coming and Im thinking alternative for the apu. Im thinking about putting generator like honda 2000 or 3000 generator, dont know which one better? Or maybe diesel generator?. Also what type of ac? Portable? Window? Split ac? How many btu is ok running in 100f degree weather.
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - snailexpress - 04-16-2017
I have 12000 BTU split system AC and 4kWt diesel generator. Can survive any heat.[attachment=2724][attachment=2726]
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - simon999 - 04-16-2017
(04-16-2017 )snailexpress Wrote: I have 12000 BTU split system AC and 4kWt diesel generator. Can survive any heat.looks nice
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - simon999 - 04-16-2017
Snailexpress did you connected it to your fuel tanks? Does it has fuel pump or you use some electric fuel pump?
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - snailexpress - 04-16-2017
(04-16-2017 )simon999 Wrote: Snailexpress did you connected it to your fuel tanks? Does it has fuel pump or you use some electric fuel pump?Generator is connected to the fuel tank. It has a electric fuel pump for prime same as we have on truck engine.
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - gearhead - 04-16-2017
I have seen snail expresses unit it is very nice works well it will run you out.
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - Kid Rock - 04-16-2017
(04-16-2017 )snailexpress Wrote:(04-16-2017 )simon999 Wrote: Snailexpress did you connected it to your fuel tanks? Does it has fuel pump or you use some electric fuel pump?Generator is connected to the fuel tank. It has a electric fuel pump for prime same as we have on truck engine.
That is impressive to me! How many holes did you drill? Or was there holes to drill? Im sure those tubes had to be feed in some how...
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - snailexpress - 04-16-2017
(04-16-2017 )Kid Rock Wrote:You have to drill only one hole to slide tubes and wire inside the cab. About 2 inches in diameter.[attachment=2727](04-16-2017 )snailexpress Wrote:(04-16-2017 )simon999 Wrote: Snailexpress did you connected it to your fuel tanks? Does it has fuel pump or you use some electric fuel pump?Generator is connected to the fuel tank. It has a electric fuel pump for prime same as we have on truck engine.
That is impressive to me! How many holes did you drill? Or was there holes to drill? Im sure those tubes had to be feed in some how...
RE: Running generator instead of the apu - Kid Rock - 04-16-2017
(04-16-2017 )snailexpress Wrote:(04-16-2017 )Kid Rock Wrote:You have to drill only one hole to slide tubes and wire inside the cab. About 2 inches in diameter.(04-16-2017 )snailexpress Wrote:(04-16-2017 )simon999 Wrote: Snailexpress did you connected it to your fuel tanks? Does it has fuel pump or you use some electric fuel pump?Generator is connected to the fuel tank. It has a electric fuel pump for prime same as we have on truck engine.
That is impressive to me! How many holes did you drill? Or was there holes to drill? Im sure those tubes had to be feed in some how...
Wow. Thanks