APU Info

If you go with a company that doesn't have them you could always install your own. They are not a big deal to install.

 

If you have an apu you would have the power for those things. Some companies only allow certain sized inverters, so it's something you would need to ask each company if it is real important to you.

 

Uhuh, not all APU's have or are compatible with AC power; the new Internationals for instance. 12 volt all the way and they suck. I would assume that most of the new "built-ins" are the same.

Also, I've gotta take issue with the "no big deal" on inverter installation. We've had 2 trucks burn right to the ground because they shorted out with no way to kill power to them. The company won't allow them now unless they're "top of the line" and installed with a "battery interrupt" by someone who knows what they're doing. "Truck stop" inverters are a complete no-no.

 

Please don't laugh but can someone explain to me what an APU is and what it does?

 

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Google is your friend... but it is a alternate power unit.. it gives you heat/cool with out running the trucks engine.. some provide ac power also.. so you can run ac item's in your truck

 

Gotcha Thank you I thought it was something like that. LOL So if you have an APU you don't need an inverter? Right?

 

Not all APU's have AC power..

 

Very good response .. not many ppl think of that.. and yes installing a inverter in a company truck is a fast way to get fired.. best way is to ask if truck has an inverter..or one can be installed.. just to cya

 

This may seem like a silly question, but does anybody know if it is bad to have your APU running while the truck engine is running? Will it hurt anything? Thanks.