SOLAR POWERED AC IN MY OFF GRID TRUCK CAMPER (IT'S FINISHED!)
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My Off Grid Truck Camper is finally finished (for now!) and features some pretty awesome new gadgets and accessories, including solar powered air conditioning for camping in hotter climates!
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Full Truck Camper Tour: • My ULTIMATE Truck Camp...
Testing the Truck Camper Kitchen: • Testing out my new Tru...
Road Trip to Precision Motorworks: • Putting my new truck t...
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Episode
0:00 - Intro
0:40 - Full Camp Set Up
0:54 - The Trip To Precision Motorworks
1:53 - Method Wheels and BF Goodrich Tyres
3:30 - Bilstein Front Suspension Upgrade
4:12 - Rear Airlift Airbags
5:40 - Ceramic Window Tints
6:25 - Pedal Commander
7:50 - Camper Shell Walkthrough
9:10 - Solar Powered Fridge
11:40 - Pop Up Awning by Moon Shade
13:15 - Rinse Kit Portable Shower
14:25 - Solar Powered Air Conditioning
18:19 - Watching Netflix On My Infotainment System
20:17 - Future Plans
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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
2 жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@AdamSwords I agree, I have never been happier than exploring the back roads and history of Utah.
i had to pause the video for sec cause i thought my own music was playing lmao great background music choice
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
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
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, I love it!
if you get to Utah, let me know and I will show you some cool stuff. Cheers
Adam, the truck looks so cool and accessible for fun camping trips. Keep up the content. Lots of love from Australia.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
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.
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
It’s a great addition!
Brilliant! You constantly impress me with your wide-ranging knowledge of, well, everything!
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike!
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.
I'm glad to see your trucknos finally finished. Hope you have lots of fun in this
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Me too
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
Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yeah I’ve used this thing time and time again now and it’s always performed exceptionally
That truck is made for universal soldiers and is ready to go. Awesome job Adam 👌
The Truck looks like a BEAST!!💪
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
It is!
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.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kyle
Great job Adam see you next weekend
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
2 жыл бұрын
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.
Awesome build! Looks amazing.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
Loving the setup. Keep the videos coming.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers David
@djbigdavethefyrm
2 жыл бұрын
Today I’m buying lumber for my 8ft truck bed to camp out of as well. I have my Iceco VL65
Sick truck Man! 8ft box is a must!
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
Sure is!
Wow Adam that truck is a belter!!! Keep the vids coming M8. Cheers, John, UK.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers John!
I really like the gadgets you have added to the truck, very cool.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
Thanks for another great video Adam. Cheers.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers David
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
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
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
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I can imagine that’s a bit different to what I’m doing! Cheers mate
Thats truck looks pretty slick...solid 🤘🏻
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Epic adventures my friend Adam...
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
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!
Your setup is So sick dude
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brandon!
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....
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
Great set up truck for camping.
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ramesh
Looks like your set up pretty well tbh Adam, but for the zombie apocalypse your gonna need twinkies aswell. Nice mate.xx
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Almost the most important part of the build
Baby wipes are my go to for shower needs. But I like the rinse box thingy.
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s a little more lux
👍wow awesome work you have done to your truck Adam I like it. 💕 enjoy your adventure
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sherri!
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.
have you thought about doing a 270 Awning so that it will keep the rear of your rig covered in inclement weather.?
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
I have, I just don’t want something permanently affixed to the truck that’s the issue. My moon shade does a great job
Thanks for the video very nice set up be blessed
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dominic
@dominica2765
2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
Love the video
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
@AdamSwords
11 ай бұрын
Sounds great!
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
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I’ve been looking at options. I actually don’t disagree, I did fall asleep during an MRI once 😂
Great video!
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
Lake hemet. There’s a riding trail you can take to go up there, a lot of streams and rivers
Bee canyon trail will take you all the way up to lake Hemet in idyllwild
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Oh awesome
Cool bro
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
✌🏻
Truck is class🇨🇮
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
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
2 жыл бұрын
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.
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
2 жыл бұрын
I’ll take extra blankets for me and diesel!
What a great setup Adam ! Your good to go! LOL. Diesel what a nutbar! Makes me laugh!
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Haha he’s wild
@Tjay0716
2 жыл бұрын
@@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
love this mate, and what a quality set up !!!!.... is the Fireblade gonna make another appearance in the near future ?
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
That was a press bike from Honda! It had to go back :(
Aaayyooo!!! 🤙🏾
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
✌🏻✌🏻
Two things are necessary to becoming a Star Rock & Roll Dog. 1. Find a Rock 2. Roll it
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Lol 😂
Come along way from you're Z3...did she good to a good home...
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
The Legend himself☺️Love you Adam!!! #Nohomo🤣👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🤘🤘
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks dude
I see you have already thought about “What to do in case in rains?!” Outstanding truck now! Have fun with your girlfriend and dog! 😃
Hey mate from Australia here, you should get a 270 degree awning!
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I’ve thought about those - they’re awesome!
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 ;)
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 .
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
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Mines the cummins.
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
2 жыл бұрын
This would be a perfect set up. I used 3m: amzn.to/3QCDonF
Great build. Any chance you have a drawing/Design for your drawer system?
Diesel is such a good boy
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
He is! ❤️
Great video, love the stealth setup, how did you secure the solar panels? Glue?
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
Heavy duty 3m body trim tape (what they use to fit side rub strips etc)
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
Жыл бұрын
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.
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
Жыл бұрын
Nah this isn’t turbo lag, this is a throttle mapping issue. The pedal commander fixed it 👌🏼
Do you have the link for the insulation cover for the alpicool c50 please?
Adam lets see more camping videos!
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
They’re coming :)
Are you still in with ERA watches as they have made a sapphire crystal one and they are unreal for the price!
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
Жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more, I’ve always liked a healthy sidewall!
Nice setup. I know you're running 35's but what is the actual size?
Lovely Cheesecake!
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
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?
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
Yup, would work great
New sub! Liked 🙏😀🙂😛
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
What adapter do you use to connect from your solar panel to the Jackery battery pack?
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
The one from Jackery
Great build What's the car play box's actual site? The bitly link takes me to some contact page on precision motorworks
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
I’m not actually sure, Precision got it for me so contact them
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
11 ай бұрын
I sure do! Check back through my videos
Hello, what kind of solar panels are you using
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
They’re linked in the description
The link to the CarPlay box takes me to a garage web site. Are they a reseller?
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Yessir! Email them
What brand/ model is your truck topper?
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
It’s an ARE Z model (I think!)
What's the name of that little box to watch Netflixs an etc.
Hi
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
Stay strong buddy life special my friend god bless you sir 🙏 ❤
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
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
@@AdamSwords really like the stock look of the set up. Thanks man cheers
Yoo Adam insane set up, i was wondering if you ever run into rattlesnakes in that area?! #ScaredCitySlicker
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
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.
What brand / model is the truck?
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
2020 RAM 2500
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 :)
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
2 жыл бұрын
You heard about the exhaust vent right? All the heat goes out the window 👌🏼
Why do you have 4 coat hangers in the truck bed
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
To hang my 4 coats
Do you have a link for the refrigerator bag?
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Yup! amzn.to/3Psodwb
@coltonarnett7650
2 жыл бұрын
It says that one is for the cf55. Did it fit the c50 well?
You should get michael to drive it/ react to it!
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
2 жыл бұрын
“Stream to your car” I think, best thing is contact Precision Motorworks and ask them
You need an air compressor?
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
I have one :)
How are your solar panels mounted?
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Heavy duty body tape
@ajsmotorcyclingstuff1110
2 жыл бұрын
@@AdamSwords Awesome! Thanks for sharing and keep’m coming.
Please post the link for the car play Netflix adapter
@judyweiss6468
2 жыл бұрын
Or does anyone know where to get it?
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Send a message to precision and order through them
Wow, are you sure you didn’t forget to promote something.🤣
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
I think I got it all 😂 very humbled to have the support of so many great brands to build this adventure rig!
Like 666. Do you know what that means? Yes, absolutely nothing. The truck looks sweeeeeeeet! Amazing bit of kit. Cheers from Brazil!
The bronze wheels would’ve been so clean 😭
@AdamSwords
Жыл бұрын
They were nice but not my style
hello diesel
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Hello!
Link to CarPlay device doesn’t work properly
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?
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Remove it
@bosse1998
2 жыл бұрын
@@AdamSwords a big fat one?
Over kill on the suspension for what you’re using the truck for!!
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
Hardly 🤔
Where does diesel sleep
@AdamSwords
2 жыл бұрын
In the megacab