Installing aftermarket AC on Lt Dan. hope this is worth it.
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A little help in the shop today and work continues on Lt Dan with installing an aftermarket AC.
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Just saw this on shorts good thing I figured out that you update playlist early👍🏻👍🏻
Great video Mr Dirt Perfect and Man in the Shop
She has been in the shop for a while. I use to do some interior stuff but that was many, many years ago, sound deadening material-dont skimp on here - you will be so thankfull later :) Thank you for the video !
You could put a piece of steel between the radiator (or whatever) and the drill hole as a backing plate for peace of mind next time. Excellent job overall.
Wood is even better
...bend U's in there to CUP the fittings??? and use 1/2 inch spacers? (well start with 1/2 may be less like quarterinch spacers.... to use in the holes on the condinser bolt , bracket, spacer, concincer, nut, with washers in there where they need to be... I see it in my head... ;)
@@alexmikhael5061 We were talking about putting something behind the area Mike was drilling so that he didn't punch through and hit the radiator.
Good morning Mike I'm only 3 minutes in and I looked up the spec. on that unit . Well it is about the same as a REDDOT unit I installed in a 1996 International . This truck was a single cab because it was modified to haul 40 foot plus beams on both side of the truck . This thing sort of worked . It just couldn't push enough air . Since you have a full size cab . Make sure you insulate the hell out of it before you put the interior in and add a light tint to the windows , because the sun will heat up the cab . Now I will finish the show .🙂🙂🙂
Great job installing the hoses Mr Dirt Perfect
MacGuyver would be SO proud of you !! “ Git er done” . Great video.
Love the CAD “cardboard aided design”. Works every time!
Laying that metal on the vise 3 different ways wishing you had something to hold it in place……had me laughing out loud1
One thing about it if the dirt thing doesn't work out, you can always go into building custom dump trucks. You have done an amazing job on Lt. Dan, that's one heck of a serious piece of machinery.
Making the right noises always works for me.
Nice job. I believe that the interior will go better than expected. You have a lot of skill and talent.
That is a nice AC kit! And the install was awesome. LT Dan is looking better everyday. I can't wait to see it out in the field hauling and dumping.
Great video Michael
Great video , love watching. But, I miss MBTS !
I don't think I blinked the whole time you was drilling the whole on the radiator. 🤣
When I saw you pull out that sheet rock knife I wanted to hand you my hose cutting tool thru the screen. Not only is it easier to use and makes a clean cut but it is hard to slip and open up your other hand bleeding all over the place.
Hydralic systems should be sealed with loctite or permatex sealants for hydrocarben systems. Cooling refrigerant conections use Leaklock sealant only.
Just love watching your channel, informative, funny, but honestly we need MAN BEHIND THE SCENES back. Lmao
Hum belt tensioning device - kept you off the lathe and on the saw. Or a slug of pipe. As you have it to make a spacer. Nice job really.
Not sure if you have a clutch fan or not
But on the 5ton military trucks we put a/c on we have to put an air seliond valve on to switch the clutch fan on when the compressor comes on to keep the condenser cool
You may already have this figured out just thought I would pass it along
Yup may need to do something this one is stuck on
Any time your working with rubber especially hoses use spray silicone it makes it go together easier, spray it on a rag and wipe it on the metal fitting so as not to contaminate ac system silicone is wonderful stuff I use it often 🦆 Flintstone
Old timer tip- get a yellow or white paint pen and label all your lines. Everything, or at least color code the ends. Makes maintenance way easier. Wires too.
I'm not an interior guy, per se. I have been doing automotive interiors since I was 15 (52 now). Done everything from molded carpet to seats to headliners, insulation and even speaker covers. Did you know that pantyhose make great speaker grill covers? They come in so many different colors, it's not hard to match your interior. Anyway, I'm too far away to give you a hand, but I'll be the first to make the terrible comments from my chair here. LOL!
Love the build. It is always great to see someone who can inspire people to get off their butts and work.
Been around men who spend many hours working on 'machines' and am always enthralled at what is being done, the initiative and the skills in play. Lt Dan's build is one of these.
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Another Great Job !!!!!!! Love it When a Plan Comes Together
Hello Mike ….i got a good chuckle on the MITS name tag 🤣😊
So happy to see the work start back up on Lt. Dan look fallward to any work done on him when you do work on him you do it write dont see no half ass short cuts your making better then factory build I know how much you just love the factory's intake on how thing could be done when you do work on him you do great work good job mr. DP
who needs MBTS? DP and WE need MBTS! more aggravating than not having the right tool? knowing you have one - not finding it - and having to buy another! Lt. Dan is one BOSS truck - keep it up.
AC looking good you got more patience than I do. Thank you.
Lt Dan looking good can’t wait to see it on the job
Mike the hose kit would be good as a template to take the hose shop and get braided lines made. The braided lines would look good and give the hoses some protection from the elements. Can’t wait to see Lt Dan when it’s all done
When you started hooking up the turn buckle something screamed, “Put a jamb nut on it!” I think it is because of past experiences with the top link on my 3 point hitch.
I once mowed into a stump with my bush hog because the top link had backed off. When I lifted the 3 point the blade’s didn’t clear the stump… the shear pins didn’t shear but the gear case input shaft did! I’ve never forgotten to jamb it tight since.
Then, you said, “I put a jamb nut on it.” And, immediately the third rock swung back into orbit around the sun!
Thanks Mikey for returning my world to equilibrium!!!
That does look better than a factory install!!!
Catching up on LtDan build. Hope to see it completed soon
You use your step drill bits more than I do. I save the step drill bits for the jobs where they are really needed. Even though they are quality tools, I don't want to get them dull doing ordinary tasks. I cannot sharpen my step drill bits but I can sharpen all of my regular drill bits with my Drill Doctors. I always use a starter punch and start with smaller drill bits. Nice job!
Hey Mike call the guys you bought the green dozer from,they would know what to do with the interior work.. get it done 👍
DP u did well with the prep work for the ac unit on Lt Dan. Can't wait to see him doing so work 😌😌
Mike I would like to make a suggestion if you can get some old firehose from kleeman take and wrap around those hoses to prevent chafing that what we do on the boat also you turn it inside out and it's black to go with everything.
Very cool 😎 so far watching you put Lt.Dan together very good looking truck 👍😎🇺🇸 8:04am NY
Lt, Dan lookin great can’t wait till it’s done and workin
Moe, Curley, Larry and now Shimp I just enjoy it as the cast keep growing. Keep up the great work, best show on Tube.
Have been there so many times, knowing I have the right tool for the job, knowing where it is. But it's no where near where you need it to be. I've even bought a second item, only to find that's no where were it needs to be either. I feel your pain! 🤣😂🤣
Impressed with your fabrication process and results.
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Weld studs on both the radiator bracket and the strut bars.
If your crimp tool is like mine, you will have to remove all of the hoses to crimp the ends. The tool has to be clamped in a vice to use it.
LT Dan is the best ARMY DUMP TRUC build yet it got air condition YES!
If you wrap Electrical tape around your drill bit works as a stop so you can’t hit your radiator
Sorry I’m no good on the interior work but will definitely watch whoever you got doing it and I neverTurn down a good video
It finally came to me... your color scheme of green and white has reminded me of something since I've been watching your channel... Callahan Auto Parts from "Tommy Boy." Tommy likey Tommy want wingy."
Lol
Mike this truck has turned out to be a really nice piece of work.
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Really enjoy watching your fabrication work! You are a gifted young man. I’ll keep watching.
It would look good with hood and grill painted green like the cab and the fenders black like the bed. I've seen that on older big trucks.
The great thing about having the right tool and not being able to find its is.... Two days later you walk up and there it sits now that you don't need it. I am sure I have gremlins in my barn , I set something down and it disappears.
Another step closer. Good job 👍
Keep’em coming Mike like all your videos so far !
Instructor and DIY DP Mike has made installing an universal A/C look simple enough to get these “Think I Can” people out to their shops….lol. Great video Mike.
Hi Mike, Just found and watched the Lt Dan playlist, got to be the best u tube vids I've ever watched, can't wait to see it finished
Thanks appreciate that
The truck is looking great and coming along. Only thing I see is the home may chaff on the bottom of the rad. But I am loving the videos
243 LOCTITE is a medium strength threadlocker. It’s removable.
Don't forget to wire tie some cushions wherever those hoses touch the frame rails so they don't wear holed on the hoses where it may rub
By finding someone or motivation to do the interior, you really mean you're waiting on MBTS to do it for you.
Lt Dan looking better every video
That A.C. turned out well, Looking good! 👍🏼😊✌🏻🇺🇸
thumbs up ... i agree that welding the turn-buckle eyes is a good idea
The only flaw i could pick out on the tensioner is the loop ends on the turn buckle may spread over time with vibration. Might weld the end of the loop. But then again it may never give you a problem. Love the truck cant wait to see the finished product!
I was goin to say the same thing. That style of turnbuckle is good for rope but a closed eye is preferred. After having several of that style turnbuckles open up on my I would HIGHLY recommend a quick TIG to make sure they stay closed.
Ask Mr.Kleeman about turnbuckles. He'll set you (DP) straight! **CHANGE THEM OUT or WELD THEM.**
The turnbuckle might still open but it’s pushing not pulling.
Hope he put a jam nut on both ends too?
@@budlvr
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Only if he can find a left hand threaded nut. 🤦♂️
Should add one other brace on driver side of condenser or it looks like it could wobble top to bottom and crack it .
Lt. Dan is coming along nicely I really have enjoyed watching the build😎😎😎
That a/c install is clean. Looks fantastic. Next summer when it's 95° with 90% humidity, you, or MBTS, or Matt, or whoever, will be singing its praises for sure. Those are the times when a/c is worth its weight in gold, lol. Nice job!
Thanks buddy
Lt Dan is coming on a treat. MBTS, NYA now MITS! You have some great work mates. The turnbuckle was a good idea. Thanks for posting. 🇬🇧👍
Well done Mike. You are one talented guy.
A DP make sure that you go through and you put a piece of rubber in behind that dryer because you don't want it sitting right on that frame rail or it will literally freeze and rot that frame rail out if you put a piece of rubber their it will insulat it when it gets cold and frosty from working in the heat
I have been suffering Lt. Dan withdrawal symptoms , to combat them I have been watching the series over and over . Thanks for posting a new one :) Really enjoying your channel ! Too bad Arron wasn't in the last two videos. Man in the shop was a good substitute. :)
I enjoy all your videos Mike, just can’t wait to see it done, I guess as much as you do, lol, that’s gonna be our sweet truck ❤
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Thanks for the great video Mike!
Glad you liked it!
Excellent love the mechanic side and fab work keep it up 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
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@12:05, you should listen to the help 😁 Drilling that hole shouldn't take more than a couple seconds. Pushing the chisel point of the drill in hard enough to cut the center out takes ten times that long. Buy a cheap set of center drills, and you will be surprised how easy it is to pick up a center punch mark, or open a bigger hole up once the chisel point of the drill doesn't have to be forced thru the metal.
Like a fellow said, work smarter, not harder!
noticed your torch cart. Looks like one my dad had. I did not have a need for it 14 years ago so it was sold in an auction. I should have kept it
Mr. DP, outstanding a/c install. Congrats. LT Dan should be impressed.
Wow, love the progress!! Love restoration!!
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What a great video and an awesome build ! Can't wait to see Lt Dan on the road !!!!!!
DP, MBTS, MITS....Alphabet Soup? Love your on the fly "Garage Engineering" Mike. Great job
just a suggestion you might want to partner with Arch Block they are a autocad shop in Indiana
You never mentioned it but I'm guessing the belt rotation is going the right way? Lol...50/50 odds. looks like a decent kit for what you're doing.
Lt Dan is ready to stop being a shop decoration so there is room for the next project and he can get to work. His spot in the new stable down at the station is ready for him. Nice work on the AC setup. Looks like a mechanic designed it and not an engineer.
Just binge watched all the videos over the last few days and .... wow !! Excellent craftsmanship and solutions with the build, I can't wait for the next video !! The first thing that comes to mind when I heard Lt. Dan was Forrest Gump, but I think you mentioned the name was in honor of your late dad ?? Lots of rain in Derby lol. Be safe .....
Awesome, thank you!
Plenty of details on the Lt. Dan series. I'd have knots all over my head. From beating it against the wall. Glad you have the knowledge on how to do all this stuff.
from the Netherlands thanks for the video DP
I like that system . I'm going to order me one for my 379 day cab
that looks awesome ide tack the eyelets on the turnbuckle to they dont spread on you
glad to se LT DAN getting worked on
I worked on armored trucks many years ago doing retrofits and custom installs on vintage trucks to satisfy union contracts. What we found is when the drivers and passengers felt cold air on their upper body they felt cool, some of the trucks had roof top evaps, and some had floor mount center counsels blowing towards the windshield. The center mounts did not do as well of a job as the roof top evaps. again blowing on the driver. I know your dash space is limited hence the center install. Insulation of the floor will be very helpful as well as the roof of the truck. A high idle with system demand will help also. All in all an impressive build!
Out with it !!!! Is Jason here/there for the ne venture?
Yeah! Come on DP quit keepin secrets! 🙃
other then a pilot hole put a board behind the metal so when you drill threw you don't do the 1000.00 dollar mistake ,, and put a hole in the Radiator . I am drilling holes in pole barn tin for my shop ceiling I am backing it up on boards because it wants to jump threw and hit the next sheet ,,
One thing is for sure: You will get to the last piece for this build. Lt. Dan is looking good! Have good days!
Southern Indiana Engineering and it was all on RUclips!
Awesome update to the Lt Dan series Mike.. Huge thanks for the video and for continuing to share your journey with us. All you need now is a "De" Forest Gump machine to partner Lt Dan with 🤣
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Love it Mike!! You are a real craftsman in many areas. God bless you and your family 👪
Just remember on the mounting in the cab, hot air rises, cold air falls. But if that's a high volume unit it should keep the cab comfortable!
Oh yeah! One step closer to LT Dan being finished. If I'm not mistaking, there's just wiring and interior And of course tiddy up the AC lines. Then He'll be ready to Rock 🤘
Hey Mike the job I think you did on the A/C system install deserves a five star, Its looks like it came with the truck from the factory.
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Very good job
One of the things I enjoy around the farm is fabricating, especially what's not been done before or one of those times you ask, "What were they thinking!" and you simplify the design. Today's video was great! Have a good one, Mike! Lee
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