Carrier APU

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by Trckdrvr, Aug 14, 2015.

  1. Trckdrvr

    Trckdrvr Heavy Load Member

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    I was trucking long before APUs came on the scene but since then I have driven dozens and dozens and of our companies trucks all outfitted with Thermo-king TK Tri-pac APUs..
    This week I drove one of our newest trucks that the new owner ordered with the cheap(er) carrier version of the APU and I just want to simply say it did NOT measure up to the quality of the TK unit(not even close)

    I guess this Carrier unit is a step above the rigmaster brand APU but it is far far behind the TK in quality..

    There you go..My review(hope it helps)
     
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  3. SISYPHUS

    SISYPHUS Medium Load Member

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    Holy cow, I've been after my company for ordering ANYTHING Carrier. APU, reefer unit - Its all crap! If I have a choice I go for Thermo Kings. Them friggin" Carriers sound like your on an aircraft carrier sending aircraft out. I can't sleep...
     
  4. Trckdrvr

    Trckdrvr Heavy Load Member

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    They are $$Cheaper..
     
  5. SISYPHUS

    SISYPHUS Medium Load Member

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    Their cheaper and my Co sezs it keeps Thermo King honest. I suggested that whoever spec'd out our trailers spend a day hooked to a Carrier unit, then report back. Of course, heaven forbid, they might live our live's for a millisecond - I still see Carrier's...
     
  6. TruckerPete1990

    TruckerPete1990 Road Train Member

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    DONT GET A CARRIER APU!!! Themo king has the best apu right now. The engine on it last longer too..
     
  7. youngbucktrucker

    youngbucktrucker Bobtail Member

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    i have been next to them carrier units when they start up......no good you need ear plugs! i was at the truck show this year...finally made it......anyway i saw the new dynasys unit. the sales guy there said it was exactly like the evolution....except cheaper and better, called it the sl. tried to sell me on it with something about a bigger standard alternator but idk????? anybody seen these yet? im curious???o_O
     
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