Apu epu
Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by pilot trucker, Jun 20, 2018.
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Or 3rd option,.. Generator.
Why? -
More affordable to install.
More affordable to replace.
Much much quieter than an APU.
More reliable than an APU or EPU. Over 9400 100% reliable hours (Almost 5 yrs old) currently on my first Honda EU3000is. I have a 2nd in my KW that is less than a yr old and equally as reliable.
Cheaper to replace generator than to repair APU.
Easier to service and for the mechanically inept,.. there are thousands of RV service centers and cycle shops that can vs the limited available and often appts needed for APU.
The functionality and options are virtually limitless in its usefulness.
Downside,.. filling the gas cans in bad weather when parked on the far side of a truck stop.
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Could look something like this?
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Hurst, is that orange Romex going into that outlet box?
To the OP, I would get an APU, shop around. I had EPUs and some other hack jobs in my trucks but when it came to repairs, the APU was still the best bargain.
Now this does not mean a generator and an a/c unit is also a way to go, generator reliability has improved but I don't know how many crap out (even hondas) and repairs are more than the replacement costs.Tug Toy and pilot trucker Thank this. -
As for reliability,.. 100%. 9400 hrs. Havent changed the spark plug in 2 yrs. Hasnt seen an oil change in 8 months. Battery went dead a while back. Has a pull start if needed. Easy to replace and didnt break the bank.
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