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Idling alternitives

Discussion in 'Truck Stops' started by Chillwag, Dec 9, 2006.

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  1. Jun 6, 2008 #61
    northstarfire0693

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    I hate to put it this way but the truth is the truth.... If it is too hot or cold I have no problem kicking on the engine. I dont care for the antii idle laws. I never had a run in with a cop on it in any state. Saftey is first with me I will do what I have to do to get good rest.
     
    northstarfire0693, Jun 6, 2008
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  3. Jun 11, 2008 #62
    menuflynn

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    I will tell you to stay far away idlebuster brand of generator.
     
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  4. Jun 13, 2008 #63
    RBPC

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    [​IMG]

    Here's an air conditioner/fan/mister, the 02-Cool. It doesn't tell you what it uses to keep it cool (except putting ice in it) and a statement about a "strong fan" which makes me think it's really just a fan unless you put ice in it. You can find it on storm preparedness, survival & more websites.
     
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  5. Jun 13, 2008 #64
    RBPC

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    It's my night to obsess before going out to grab a bite to eat.

    Now doesn't this lady look happy with her ice cooler/conditioner. :biggrin_2559:[​IMG]
     
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  7. Jun 15, 2008 #65
    Quexos

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    I'm thinking she has it cranked up to #10 and is sitting on it?
     
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  8. Jun 15, 2008 #66
    Brickman

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    Can I throw a challenge out here? I think it'll debunk a common myth on truck voltage systems.

    The challenge is ................ name me a modern truck that uses 24v.
    1990 and newer, yr, make, and model.

    I would go back to 1980 but I'm not that familiar with them.

    I know in my own personal experience that I have yet to drive a truck made since 1985 that was any thing other than 12v. Just because they have multiple batteries does not make them more than 12v.
     
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  9. Jun 15, 2008 #67
    Brickman

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    I just installed a www.ponypack.com APU on my truck.

    I haven't been in enough heat to have idled it much. But last week when I was in Abq NM it was 94 and I let it run while I was loading. NICE and COOL when I got back in the truck.
    It is louder than I like and I'm going to look and see if I can get a thermoking Tripac muffler to fit it.
     
    Brickman, Jun 15, 2008
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    RBPC Thanks this.
  10. Jun 15, 2008 #68
    RBPC

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    How come I never saw this before?!

    Thanks for the link Brickman! The multiuse feature is a definite plus! Heating, Cooliing &...

    Charging: The Pony Pack 200 110 Amp Ford alternator keeps your batteries charged so you can enjoy all your on-board 12 volt electronic conveniences all the time.
     
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  11. Jun 15, 2008 #69
    Brickman

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    The nicest thing about PonyPack is that many of your replaceable items can be bought at NAPA or similar auto parts.

    Alternator, AC compressor, belts, idler pulley, relays etc.

    It was designed this way since they don't have a nation wide support system. Most any qualified truck mechanic can also work on the PP.
     
    Brickman, Jun 15, 2008
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  12. Jun 15, 2008 #70
    RBPC

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    Is the PonyPack something that companies wouldn't have a problem with if you bought one & wanted it on one of their trucks, or mostly O/O's?

    I am sure it would probably depend on the company.
     
    RBPC, Jun 15, 2008
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