SOLAR POWERED AC IN MY OFF GRID TRUCK CAMPER (IT'S FINISHED!)

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  • Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024

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  • @bossman5k767
    @bossman5k767 2 года назад +12

    Fascinating dichotomy between experiencing the joys of the ultra wealthy surrounded by luxuries and then the joys of almost no luxuries in nature…you appear happiest in nature. Keep up the great content in both worlds!

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +2

      Oh 100%. It’s fun to see the luxury shit but I’d never want to live like that. Gimme nature and authenticity and I’m a happy man.

    • @miketyler4536
      @miketyler4536 2 года назад

      @@AdamSwords I agree, I have never been happier than exploring the back roads and history of Utah.

  • @jasonchase3923
    @jasonchase3923 2 года назад +9

    Such a clean build man. Love that it doesnt have every accessory bolted to the exterior. Im looking to build my truck pretty much the same way

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +2

      Yeah I like the bolt ons for proper adventure trucks. But I want to keep mine looking stock on the outside as much as possible as it’s still my daily

  • @Dhoing
    @Dhoing 2 года назад +6

    Hey! I recommend you construct a duct for the intake port too. That way you don't depressurize the cabin and outside (warm) air doesn't get sucked in. The AC will be much more effective that way. Plus you're building one for the exhaust, so just build two in one! Plus plus you won't have water dripping down the inside walls and windows.
    Wait... It has two air circuits (cycles?) right? Like the mobile ACs you use in households? If not, forget what I said.

  • @scubatrucker6806
    @scubatrucker6806 2 года назад +6

    I've been waiting to see the results Adam ever since you posted on IG your rims/tires for sale. With everything you've done to the truck looks Amazing 💪😎💪. You've got yourself one amazing truck setup.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +1

      Thanks mate, I love it!

  • @glentucker5819
    @glentucker5819 2 года назад +4

    The problem with any ac is it’s power usage. I run a small Walmart ac with 100 amp hour battery it doesn’t run long until I need to start up a small generator which of course makes noise. This works for me now but …. Adding more battery and more solar is the direction I’ll probably go but of course that’s extra cost, space and hassle. Waiting to see how it works out for you. A/c while truck cap camping especially while boondocking is quite a problem.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      I’ll report back on my findings as I use it more. It’s only pulls 130W while charging the battery pack and on a fully sunny day my panels will provide 150W with the fridge taking 6-8W each time the compressor needs to click on. So in theory, if I charge the battery during the day, then deplete it at night, I should be ok. Like I say, I’ll update.

  • @t3angling575
    @t3angling575 Год назад +2

    Wow! Awesome. If only I were younger and could do this. Very nice, well thought out and out together. Definitely one of the if not the nicest, most functional build. I agree the back is for sleeping only.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад +1

      Thanks mate, yeah I’ve used this thing time and time again now and it’s always performed exceptionally

  • @glade6076
    @glade6076 2 года назад +3

    That truck is made for universal soldiers and is ready to go. Awesome job Adam 👌

  • @citibear57
    @citibear57 2 года назад +3

    Brilliant! You constantly impress me with your wide-ranging knowledge of, well, everything!

  • @RoyatAvalonFarms
    @RoyatAvalonFarms Год назад +1

    Oh that A/C link is a game changer. How ironic that I just watched your previous video, from now 6 months ago, and commented about needing A/C. Now in the very next video of my feed you have this, from 5 months ago.
    I appreciate you sharing the links for these items. I'll definitely be buying the A/C and probably several other items as well to outfit my own truck. Thanks much and keep it up.

  • @miketyler4536
    @miketyler4536 2 года назад +3

    if you get to Utah, let me know and I will show you some cool stuff.
    Cheers

  • @abrahamwann1586
    @abrahamwann1586 2 года назад +4

    Adam, the truck looks so cool and accessible for fun camping trips. Keep up the content. Lots of love from Australia.

  • @finaltouchautodetailingllc
    @finaltouchautodetailingllc 2 года назад +3

    I'm glad to see your trucknos finally finished. Hope you have lots of fun in this

  • @chak595301
    @chak595301 2 года назад +1

    At least I came out to see a glimpse of your Ram truck & VW Golf R the past week, and part of it is in my video! You certainly have amazed me on a daily basis no matter your social media.

  • @fast200sx1
    @fast200sx1 18 дней назад

    Well done, great upgrades

  • @harisawan8769
    @harisawan8769 2 года назад +2

    The Truck looks like a BEAST!!💪

  • @djbigdavethefyrm
    @djbigdavethefyrm 2 года назад +4

    Loving the setup. Keep the videos coming.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +1

      Cheers David

    • @djbigdavethefyrm
      @djbigdavethefyrm 2 года назад

      Today I’m buying lumber for my 8ft truck bed to camp out of as well. I have my Iceco VL65

  • @martineleven8179
    @martineleven8179 2 года назад +3

    Looks like your set up pretty well tbh Adam, but for the zombie apocalypse your gonna need twinkies aswell. Nice mate.xx

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Almost the most important part of the build

  • @davidcorbett62
    @davidcorbett62 2 года назад +2

    The truck came out really well with everything you need when out on a adventure. Diesel Dog is looking good and being a really good boy. Personally I hate camping, having spent usually a third of every year spent under canvas when a soldier with the British army! Though we didn’t have trucks like yours lol

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Yeah I can imagine that’s a bit different to what I’m doing! Cheers mate

  • @micheleobrien64
    @micheleobrien64 Год назад +1

    Baby wipes are my go to for shower needs. But I like the rinse box thingy.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад +1

      Yeah it’s a little more lux

  • @mourice6804
    @mourice6804 2 года назад +1

    Great job Adam see you next weekend

  • @livinthelife6056
    @livinthelife6056 2 года назад +2

    Just came across these truck videos great to see something with a queen bed and your set up I have been planning something very similar but with a Topperezlift Thanks for the video

  • @miketyler4536
    @miketyler4536 2 года назад +2

    have you thought about doing a 270 Awning so that it will keep the rear of your rig covered in inclement weather.?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      I have, I just don’t want something permanently affixed to the truck that’s the issue. My moon shade does a great job

  • @crulove7530
    @crulove7530 2 года назад +1

    You need off road lights too. Some spots, maybe a light bar, bright reverse lights.
    Looks good though!
    The back of the truck is like getting into an MRI tube.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Yeah I’ve been looking at options. I actually don’t disagree, I did fall asleep during an MRI once 😂

  • @BMW7series251
    @BMW7series251 2 года назад +2

    Wow Adam that truck is a belter!!! Keep the vids coming M8. Cheers, John, UK.

  • @trishaleaver3581
    @trishaleaver3581 Год назад +1

    Sick truck Man! 8ft box is a must!

  • @barkin-brit486
    @barkin-brit486 6 месяцев назад +1

    I had to chuckle! Another Brit over in Socal doing things in the good ole British minimalist manner! I own a Tacoma and live in Orange and I am sure mine is even simpler! LOL. If you ever want to camp with a fellow Brit mate let me know. I do paragliding if thats a thing on your to do list. Great vids. I hope I bump into you in Anza one weekend!

  • @stevenvillalobos5547
    @stevenvillalobos5547 2 года назад +1

    Lake hemet. There’s a riding trail you can take to go up there, a lot of streams and rivers

  • @cookinwithMj
    @cookinwithMj 2 года назад +1

    I am jealous your a lil spoiled. Loved everything ❤ I had a great Shepard back in the 90s... plz b safe out in them ther woods....

  • @Db_coop
    @Db_coop 2 месяца назад

    i had to pause the video for sec cause i thought my own music was playing lmao great background music choice

  • @juanvidal5317
    @juanvidal5317 Год назад

    Hi adam i use to go camping but ow i don't have that time maybe latet I will go those places u went to adam have fun on ur next trip

  • @brandongaudet6404
    @brandongaudet6404 2 года назад +1

    Your setup is So sick dude

  • @AlexJPetrov
    @AlexJPetrov 2 года назад +1

    OK. A lots of nice things added. The AC is very interesting. What about WC? Like bear style? Do you have some bug nets? It could be a problem. Also some way to vent the air from time to time so you don't breathe all the oxygen. The android thing... You could have bought an iPad and use it with a mount everywhere you like and you would have had all of that everywhere.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      I have a folding toilet seat if I want to use that. I don’t need bug nets as all the windows that open already have them :) and lol the truck isn’t a sealed tube so no worries breathing all the oxygen 😂😂 I could have used an iPad but that’s ugly and cumbersome. This is factory.

  • @dolguldur4706
    @dolguldur4706 2 года назад +1

    Thats truck looks pretty slick...solid 🤘🏻

  • @kurekuppa
    @kurekuppa 2 года назад +1

    Great set up truck for camping.

  • @stew411
    @stew411 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for another great video Adam. Cheers.

  • @dlansburg2673
    @dlansburg2673 2 года назад +1

    Good thing you bought the gas motor! Cummins motors failing everyday,my 2019 has been broken since middle of march dealership in Lander Wyoming will not repair it! I have hired a lawyer.The vehicle is still under warranty and with a recall on fuel system which is under recall

  • @bosgaurus1
    @bosgaurus1 2 года назад +1

    Two things are necessary to becoming a Star Rock & Roll Dog.
    1. Find a Rock
    2. Roll it

  • @micheleobrien64
    @micheleobrien64 Год назад +1

    Small wheels and big bouncy deep treads is old school but a good way to off road. I hate seeing low profile big rim tires on trucks. I wanna ask them so how often do you pop a tire? Probably every time you hit a pot hole. Go old school.😂

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад +1

      Couldn’t agree more, I’ve always liked a healthy sidewall!

  • @NitrousDiecast
    @NitrousDiecast 2 года назад +1

    I really like the gadgets you have added to the truck, very cool.

  • @jerrysetlerr770
    @jerrysetlerr770 Год назад

    Showering is easy fix if you aren't around other people ...heat water pot on propane burner soap up then pour the remains over your self in flip flops done .

  • @liamhuhn3336
    @liamhuhn3336 2 года назад +1

    Hey mate from Australia here, you should get a 270 degree awning!

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +1

      Yeah I’ve thought about those - they’re awesome!

  • @PorkChoppington
    @PorkChoppington Год назад +1

    I'm late to the party and may have missed it somewhere but do any of the videos discuss how you connect and insulate between the cab and the bed?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад

      I didn’t mention it, but I use a 24” fat bike heavy duty inner tube and inflate it just enough that it seals between the two.

  • @dominica2765
    @dominica2765 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video very nice set up be blessed

  • @ITB_News
    @ITB_News 2 года назад +1

    Great as always Adam....dont forger though you are gearing everything towards, heat and sun and conditions like that. However what if you find yourself in the snowy mountains etc.....

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +1

      I’ll take extra blankets for me and diesel!

  • @Barkley1974
    @Barkley1974 2 года назад +1

    Great vid. Would love to see how you set up the zero breeze. Looking for ideas how to set mine up when it arrives. I have 2005 Tacoma access cab with ARE topper.

  • @davidbjohnson1979
    @davidbjohnson1979 2 года назад +1

    Epic adventures my friend Adam...

  • @austinblevins6804
    @austinblevins6804 2 года назад +2

    The reason there's lag when you press the petal before the power comes on is because it's a turbo diesel so you have to wait till the turbo spools up

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Nah this isn’t turbo lag, this is a throttle mapping issue. The pedal commander fixed it 👌🏼

  • @jpaige1998
    @jpaige1998 2 года назад +2

    Adam lets see more camping videos!

  • @aislingricken9664
    @aislingricken9664 2 года назад +1

    Truck is class🇨🇮

  • @ExeterCenturion
    @ExeterCenturion 2 года назад +1

    Awesome build! Looks amazing.

  • @AKhan.28
    @AKhan.28 2 года назад +1

    Diesel is such a good boy

  • @stevenvillalobos5547
    @stevenvillalobos5547 2 года назад +1

    Bee canyon trail will take you all the way up to lake Hemet in idyllwild

  • @FirmTacticalSolution
    @FirmTacticalSolution 2 года назад +1

    What about a nice magnetized mosquito net that you can utilize when you want to leave the back hatch open and enjoy the cook nights?

  • @SherriRichLifeJohnson
    @SherriRichLifeJohnson 2 года назад +1

    👍wow awesome work you have done to your truck Adam I like it. 💕 enjoy your adventure

  • @johnlunde0
    @johnlunde0 Год назад

    I see you have already thought about “What to do in case in rains?!”
    Outstanding truck now! Have fun with your girlfriend and dog! 😃

  • @lazarus5609
    @lazarus5609 2 года назад +1

    Come along way from you're Z3...did she good to a good home...

  • @nirsenmanzanares4183
    @nirsenmanzanares4183 2 года назад +3

    Love your vidoes and love diesle u guys awesome and producer micheal,but my life not worth nothing i always thinking to take my life i dont know why but when i see vidoes like these i want live.

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +2

      There’s so much to enjoy in this life, you’ve got to get out there and explore. Share your feelings with your friends and family Nirsen, there’s always people there to listen and inspire you. Keep your chin up and don’t let those thoughts get so loud in your head. You’ve got so much to live for ❤️

    • @mourice6804
      @mourice6804 2 года назад

      Stay strong buddy life special my friend god bless you sir 🙏 ❤

  • @Tjay0716
    @Tjay0716 2 года назад +1

    What a great setup Adam ! Your good to go! LOL. Diesel what a nutbar! Makes me laugh!

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Haha he’s wild

    • @Tjay0716
      @Tjay0716 2 года назад

      @@AdamSwords Pack Carrie and Diesel and the truck up come visit Calgary , Canada it's not that far . Calgary Stampede is in July ! Awesome food and entertainment and of course rodeo! There's a reason they call it the biggest show on earth . Banff is 45min away to the mountains and the most beautiful scenery in the world! ( I think anyway). Wishing you the best Adam love the content

  • @darkrashan
    @darkrashan Год назад +2

    Great build
    What's the car play box's actual site? The bitly link takes me to some contact page on precision motorworks

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад

      I’m not actually sure, Precision got it for me so contact them

  • @patrickcornett9793
    @patrickcornett9793 Год назад +1

    Do you have a video on the build? I'm going to build something and what you did is awesome and I'm going to be a copy cat....

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад

      I sure do! Check back through my videos

  • @deanworsley5208
    @deanworsley5208 6 месяцев назад

    Watching from Aus mate, I'm getting a few ideas for my 80 Series, not quite as big as your truck but I'm only 5' 7" tall so I don't really have a space issue ;)

  • @dudewalker3
    @dudewalker3 Год назад +2

    Great video, love the stealth setup, how did you secure the solar panels? Glue?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад +1

      Heavy duty 3m body trim tape (what they use to fit side rub strips etc)

  • @joerobles7703
    @joerobles7703 2 года назад +1

    Love the video

  • @jaydedelyuenduroairsoft4x448
    @jaydedelyuenduroairsoft4x448 7 дней назад

    I always see people putting aircon using dc..but i havent seen if it is possible to run the existing aircon of the vehicle and powering the compressor using dc power instead of the car's gas

  • @mattycottle882
    @mattycottle882 2 года назад +1

    Are you still in with ERA watches as they have made a sapphire crystal one and they are unreal for the price!

  • @cuauhtemocmorisco3493
    @cuauhtemocmorisco3493 2 года назад +1

    The Legend himself☺️Love you Adam!!! #Nohomo🤣👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🤘🤘

  • @GorkyparkJoss
    @GorkyparkJoss 2 года назад +1

    Lovely Cheesecake!

  • @clintonstevens9116
    @clintonstevens9116 Год назад

    Great build. Any chance you have a drawing/Design for your drawer system?

  • @stackerothings
    @stackerothings 2 года назад +1

    The link to the CarPlay box takes me to a garage web site. Are they a reseller?

  • @stuartsimcox720
    @stuartsimcox720 2 года назад +1

    Wow, are you sure you didn’t forget to promote something.🤣

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      I think I got it all 😂 very humbled to have the support of so many great brands to build this adventure rig!

  • @stusimms77
    @stusimms77 2 года назад +2

    love this mate, and what a quality set up !!!!.... is the Fireblade gonna make another appearance in the near future ?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      That was a press bike from Honda! It had to go back :(

  • @maozedong44
    @maozedong44 2 года назад +2

    Yoo Adam insane set up, i was wondering if you ever run into rattlesnakes in that area?! #ScaredCitySlicker

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад +1

      I’ve seen two rattlesnakes in my time in Cali, one riding my motorcycle (in one of my Africa Twin videos on here), the other walking diesel near my house.

  • @bosse1998
    @bosse1998 2 года назад +1

    Great video!

  • @sst16green
    @sst16green 2 года назад +1

    Hello, what kind of solar panels are you using

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      They’re linked in the description

  • @pindoweed
    @pindoweed 2 года назад +1

    Cool bro

  • @chad2886
    @chad2886 Год назад

    Nice setup. I know you're running 35's but what is the actual size?

  • @cwilkey96
    @cwilkey96 Год назад

    You should get michael to drive it/ react to it!

  • @colemanbecker1623
    @colemanbecker1623 2 года назад +1

    Why do you have 4 coat hangers in the truck bed

  • @teamsalvation
    @teamsalvation 2 года назад +2

    I love this. I want to install the solar setup on my Prius prime for when I take long road trips or simple camping.
    What tape did you use?
    Panels in series or parallel?
    Did you use a fuse between the panels and jackery?
    Is it dangerous to have the solar panels in the sun, but not plugged into anything? If you unplug the jackery, do the panels get hot or damaged?
    Love this, thanks!!!!

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      This would be a perfect set up. I used 3m: amzn.to/3QCDonF

  • @robertworley2280
    @robertworley2280 Год назад +1

    What brand/ model is your truck topper?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  Год назад

      It’s an ARE Z model (I think!)

  • @habbanden3480
    @habbanden3480 2 года назад +1

    Hi

  • @nandor8639
    @nandor8639 Год назад +1

    What brand / model is the truck?

  • @alilew9183
    @alilew9183 Год назад

    Do you have the link for the insulation cover for the alpicool c50 please?

  • @AK-oz3yz
    @AK-oz3yz 2 года назад +1

    I literally have the same truck in black without all the cool accessories. What’s the name of the device that lets your passenger watch Netflix!?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      “Stream to your car” I think, best thing is contact Precision Motorworks and ask them

  • @cabinvibeetsystore9094
    @cabinvibeetsystore9094 2 года назад +1

    New sub! Liked 🙏😀🙂😛

  • @ASAPCorrectTV
    @ASAPCorrectTV 2 года назад +1

    Aaayyooo!!! 🤙🏾

  • @charl48
    @charl48 Год назад

    What's the name of that little box to watch Netflixs an etc.

  • @judyweiss6468
    @judyweiss6468 2 года назад +1

    Please post the link for the car play Netflix adapter

    • @judyweiss6468
      @judyweiss6468 2 года назад

      Or does anyone know where to get it?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Send a message to precision and order through them

  • @fd6279
    @fd6279 2 года назад +2

    An AC unit like that will never work in a closed space. It will produce slightly more heat then cold air. You need an inndoor unit and outdoor unit to get rid of the heat. (It may work if you get the exhaust (heat) blown out of the car.) The laws of thermodynamics are against you 😀

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      You heard about the exhaust vent right? All the heat goes out the window 👌🏼

  • @coltonarnett7650
    @coltonarnett7650 2 года назад +1

    Do you have a link for the refrigerator bag?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Yup! amzn.to/3Psodwb

    • @coltonarnett7650
      @coltonarnett7650 2 года назад

      It says that one is for the cf55. Did it fit the c50 well?

  • @MikeFarrell1962
    @MikeFarrell1962 Год назад +1

    You need an air compressor?

  • @burtshort4915
    @burtshort4915 2 года назад

    What adapter do you use to connect from your solar panel to the Jackery battery pack?

  • @andyleather3014
    @andyleather3014 2 года назад +1

    hello diesel

  • @INTHEOUT
    @INTHEOUT 2 года назад +1

    If someone was looking to fully outfit their truck in a similar fashion. What is a realistic budget to expect in order to bring their ride to this same Stealthy, High tech level?

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      Camper shell - $4000
      Bed / Drawers - $1500
      Jackery - $1000
      Solar panels and wiring - $400
      Mattress - $150
      So around $7k. Obviously you can save money by going for a used camper shell and building the drawers yourself. I think you could probably save $3k easily.

    • @INTHEOUT
      @INTHEOUT 2 года назад +1

      @@AdamSwords really like the stock look of the set up. Thanks man cheers

  • @bosse1998
    @bosse1998 2 года назад +1

    What would you do if a snake appeared from the grass or Diesel came out of the grass with a snake hanging from his nose?

  • @tacticalfireman9673
    @tacticalfireman9673 11 месяцев назад

    Link to CarPlay device doesn’t work properly

  • @lukastainesthegreat
    @lukastainesthegreat 2 года назад +1

    The bronze wheels would’ve been so clean 😭

    • @AdamSwords
      @AdamSwords  2 года назад

      They were nice but not my style

  • @zucods
    @zucods 2 года назад

    Like 666. Do you know what that means? Yes, absolutely nothing. The truck looks sweeeeeeeet! Amazing bit of kit. Cheers from Brazil!

  • @kunalsami9124
    @kunalsami9124 2 года назад

    Hey Adam great vids. If you ever get a chance could you do a video on your channel of producer michael reacting to your watch collection :)

  • @ajsmotorcyclingstuff1110
    @ajsmotorcyclingstuff1110 2 года назад +1

    How are your solar panels mounted?