Even at $154Aud for the Full Featured Version I have, I consider it a Bargain. If there's any Issues, the Support available is Superb. What's missed in this Video is the Ease of Use available with use of either the BlueTooth App, of the inbuilt Web Server. The Web Server's a no brainer; just connect to the devices AP with your phone & open the Webpage. You get all data & controls on well laid out Screens. Timer Functions too. Mines been running over 4 years now & consumed well over 500 litres, and is even integrated into my Home Automation Via MQTT. Would not touch the Ripped off Copies with a Barge Pole.
@inApickle_ball7 күн бұрын
Looking sharp my friend! Best wishes from Cajun Country, RJ & Jess. God, Guns & Gumbo
@2gnospam7 күн бұрын
I recently purchased the style that runs as a drill attachment. The beauty of the hand one you showed and the drill attachment one is they only pull on the mandrel. They do not rely on low/inconsistent friction of the threads as they pull by turning the "bolt" mandrel much like your DIY method does. I have also used the DIY method; however, I did not use a washer I just took the side of the nut facing the rivnut and roughened it with very course sand paper.
@samd982812 күн бұрын
The bed really full length? Great video and wicked van
@RoamOverlandVehicles3 күн бұрын
No just short of full length
@quikkyle60122 күн бұрын
Also do you have a fix for the wind noise by the driver & passenger small windows on the door?
@quikkyle60122 күн бұрын
If this fixes my rattle i will be so pumped! Trying this asap. Thank you for the video🤝
@timward495229 күн бұрын
I sent an email to Maxxfan asking if they had improved board coating and -or power issues. They replied-The new board will already come with the coating on them, adding any will void the warranty. Many people who use alternative power sources find it easier to add a voltage regulator to ensure that issues do not arise. Thought your viewers may have an interest....Thanks.
@timward4952Ай бұрын
Great Info and detailed Video. Have you dealt with or seen issues with over 12 volts and maybe installing a 12 Voltage regulator? Is it an Issue? Thanks
@RoamOverlandVehicles29 күн бұрын
I have heard about it being issues. On one phone call with a tech at maxxair that was the first question they asked. That’s never been an issue we’ve had. But something they look for. The moisture has always been the problem. I hope that helps!
@alaskalogcabinyoga7050Ай бұрын
we have the same gun- have you tried it with plus nuts?
@McSpeedAlaskanAdventures2 ай бұрын
Can you help me out? Got mine in and it works. But it doesn’t shut down when it hits target temp. Shouldn’t it stop and kick back on like a real thermostat?
@RoamOverlandVehicles2 ай бұрын
Dig into the manual. It has multiple operating modes. Ours came as yours is now. It would roast us out. Once we changed it, we were very happy with it.
@outthere93702 ай бұрын
Don't buy anything off this company! Boycott them!!!! Put them out of business!!!!!!
@caver62922 ай бұрын
You'd think that the Maxxair people would see how a few pennies' worth of protection would save $$ in replacement boards when they fail prematurely (and under warranty) and cause so much grief to owners.....great video!
@CADreemz2 ай бұрын
10.20 is the actual shower part
@USMC-Sniper-01372 ай бұрын
What you really need instead of a LOOSE NUT, is a NUT threaded onto the bolt with two flat washers after. Thread rivnut onto the bolt, hold bolt head with a wrench while using another wrench to turn the NUT clockwise as if to tighten and draw bolt in while collapsing the rivenut while NOT putting stress on the threads of the rivnut or bolt. Doing it like in this video is the lazy man's way. IF you need to do a LOT of rivnut, invest in the tool. The bolt/nut trick is for tight places most tools won't fit in, like corners or tight spaces.
@drrckhamilton2 ай бұрын
Another weirdo on KZread who thinks that his way is THE way. This platform used to be good.
@Yanenteal3 ай бұрын
Awesome build! Love it, ehats the brand of the shower curtain kit?
I would like to make such a shower only that it is foldable and collapsible [ in the middle of the floor ] so as not to raise the floor by those few cm .Can you tell me what can be used to make a non-permeable mini shower tray like you did.
@javijavi18084 ай бұрын
Hi, do you propose only tje grafic on tje van ?
@TBJK07Jeep4 ай бұрын
They make a different style of the lever operated version. Our Makerspace has one that loads just by opening the levers, it spins the threaded portion making it quicker to get a rivet nut on. Also I used a couple other ways as well too. A power steering pump puller has a bearing setup that works well. Another way was 2 pieces of plate & used 3 bolts. 2 of the bolts threaded into the plate & the 3rd into the rivet nut. Tighten the 2 bolts & it would expand the rivet nut. I made this version before finding the power steering trick. This was in probably 2008.
@GlueTubber4 ай бұрын
I've been a rivnut fan for a while - that pneumatic gun is schweeet!
@michaelcouey13834 ай бұрын
That pneumatic sure looks like a much better solution than the big bolt-cutter looking tool like I have. I just hate dragging around air hoses. Is anyone making a battery version?
@fredoswego4 ай бұрын
milwaukee and dewalt have one
@michaelcouey13834 ай бұрын
@@fredoswego I didn't look at dewalt, because I don't own of their stuff. But I searched and can't find anything but a regular rivet gun from Milwaukee
@andrewthroup40664 ай бұрын
How big is the bed? do you sleep across the van or down?
@RoamOverlandVehicles4 ай бұрын
The bed is a king we cut down a few inches, I don’t recall the exact dimensions. It’s in between a queen and a king. We sleep north south. Hope that helps!
@estuardobatres40885 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@stanstreet36795 ай бұрын
Do you need to lose the glasses sunglasses Never never try to sell something with sunglasses on
@RoamOverlandVehicles5 ай бұрын
It worked. That van sold.
@nickadams29515 ай бұрын
Would you recommend a second pass with the tool to ensure a tight crimp? Or would that likely cause issues?
@Jeditilt5 ай бұрын
WOW! I love this build!
@dudeaciousmonstrosity76505 ай бұрын
The DIY method at 2:18 did not end with a good front side seal because the sheet metal was too thin and waving a lot. Against a thicker metal, the result will be better for the DIY method.
@gerardoramirez25173 ай бұрын
As soon as I saw that metal-tissue thin I didn't even care what this guy had to say.
@Festivejelly5 ай бұрын
The dude makes it really hard to buy these controllers. He open sourced the code, and there is a Scottish company that sells their own version based on the open source software, or at least a fork of it. I believe its called Ignite. But imo its a little too expensive, more than the heater itself!
@RoamOverlandVehicles5 ай бұрын
I will be doing a video soon of a new company Burek that sent me a new controller to try for these heaters. Might be an awesome solution. bureck.company.site/
@merlyntownley62305 ай бұрын
What is the pneumatic riv nut gun that you're using? And you know some close-ups would be awesome. Just saying.
@mickgatz2145 ай бұрын
Y'know, sometimes I think, and it seems China has very good technology even if they're restricted from the latest chip tech...then some Aussie makes it perform even more efficiently! (share tech,, no need to 'steal' it) 👍
@user-js6bl4ut6s5 ай бұрын
Best thing i have ever seen
@RoamOverlandVehicles5 ай бұрын
Thanks for checking it out!
@joewinters27285 ай бұрын
Can You unscrew just the actual antenna portion without going through all this?I ask because I want to cover My sprinter while traveling-Thank You
@johntauxeАй бұрын
Yes, the little antenna part simply unscrews from the bigger antenna mount, at least on my 2027 Sprinter 2500.
@wagmiorngmi5 ай бұрын
I've just been looking at shower and khazi solutions for a campervan here in the UK and seen various solutions on YT,, but this shower solution here is really good - I like it a lot. One question - how do you turn the water on and off for the shower head? Is it a case of having to set it going first before you get in, and then reach outside to turn it off afterwards, or is there a small tap integrated into the shower head itself?
@RoamOverlandVehicles5 ай бұрын
Yeah the shower head has an on off button. Set your water temp at the tap. Turn it on and off at the head to save water.
@wagmiorngmi5 ай бұрын
@@RoamOverlandVehicles that is really neat. I wonder if a hard plastic tray would be better for the feet though? That metal tray must be frikkin ice cold in the winter months !
@RoamOverlandVehicles5 ай бұрын
@@wagmiorngmi i would be worried about it cracking over time. Just run some hot water over the pan before you use it. Or look at it as a great way to really wake you up in the morning!
@Mimer66 ай бұрын
It is thought that it could have been done at the factory during the manufacture of the fan.
@oldgold56363 ай бұрын
For the price you would think they would have 😂
@mikeinmon49976 ай бұрын
Do you have to turn off the airbags somehow before removing the headliner?
@RoamOverlandVehicles6 ай бұрын
Do the battery quick disconnect by the gas pedal. Anytime i do anything on these sprinters i disconnect that battery. Hope that helps!
@GritForceEnduro6 ай бұрын
you should type up a list of items and hyperlinks to them :)
@josh_aroundtheworld6 ай бұрын
Amazing job! Where i can get that roof rack ? Looks amazing
@RoamOverlandVehicles6 ай бұрын
It was custom made by PAAK metal products in Vancouver WA. Jeremy is a super rad guy. Tell him it was from Roam Overland Vehicles and he could make you one. He has incredible talent, he can make you anything you can imagine.
@exploresandtosummit6 ай бұрын
Great install, Ill copy that, just what I was looking for.
@rogerwooten3716 ай бұрын
where do i find one
@RoamOverlandVehicles6 ай бұрын
There is a link in the description
@scotthagan31897 ай бұрын
wish I could know for sure which burner to buy that works with this. The manual you linked says to check the heater circuits.
@sazegar22227 ай бұрын
Thank you
@sazegar22227 ай бұрын
Thank
@djwanye837 ай бұрын
I’m interested in the eberspacher fuel pump, would you mind telling me which exact pump you have, I have a 5Kw CDH.
@RoamOverlandVehicles7 ай бұрын
I can’t be 100% sure but if I recall I think this was the one. amzn.to/46oUfkQ The main thing that helps with the installs is the correct diameter fuel line. The cheap Chinese lines are usually too big. Also when installing the hose into the rubber hose fittings make sure they’re pushed all the way in. Hope that helps!
@donalddaufeldt97417 ай бұрын
I can't hear anything
@LIBRAAT5 ай бұрын
Wear headphones
@patriot90777 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@down2earth8387 ай бұрын
Battery powered would be better. No compressor or air hose
@kerbsidemotors92498 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to show this, looks amazing for van life, no doubt too expensive for casual use.
@omardude397 ай бұрын
You'd be surprised! The "Basic" version shown here works out at about £72 including shipping (currently listed at $119 Australian on the website with another $15 for shipping direct from the US). Afterburner is designed and manufactured by Ray Jones in Australia.
@mickgatz2146 ай бұрын
If it was designed and manufactured by Ray Jones in Australia, why is it being shipped direct from the U.S?
@NordicDan5 ай бұрын
@@mickgatz214 I suspect it was just a typo and he meant to say "direct TO the US"
@sunnyjames98448 ай бұрын
Am I right in saying that you are unable operate this afterburner with an Apple device ?
@fitybux46644 ай бұрын
Isn't there a web interface?
@bobdarvey18728 ай бұрын
Hi. Very nice job. What's the size of the bed ? Thanks.
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Even at $154Aud for the Full Featured Version I have, I consider it a Bargain. If there's any Issues, the Support available is Superb. What's missed in this Video is the Ease of Use available with use of either the BlueTooth App, of the inbuilt Web Server. The Web Server's a no brainer; just connect to the devices AP with your phone & open the Webpage. You get all data & controls on well laid out Screens. Timer Functions too. Mines been running over 4 years now & consumed well over 500 litres, and is even integrated into my Home Automation Via MQTT. Would not touch the Ripped off Copies with a Barge Pole.
Looking sharp my friend! Best wishes from Cajun Country, RJ & Jess. God, Guns & Gumbo
I recently purchased the style that runs as a drill attachment. The beauty of the hand one you showed and the drill attachment one is they only pull on the mandrel. They do not rely on low/inconsistent friction of the threads as they pull by turning the "bolt" mandrel much like your DIY method does. I have also used the DIY method; however, I did not use a washer I just took the side of the nut facing the rivnut and roughened it with very course sand paper.
The bed really full length? Great video and wicked van
No just short of full length
Also do you have a fix for the wind noise by the driver & passenger small windows on the door?
If this fixes my rattle i will be so pumped! Trying this asap. Thank you for the video🤝
I sent an email to Maxxfan asking if they had improved board coating and -or power issues. They replied-The new board will already come with the coating on them, adding any will void the warranty. Many people who use alternative power sources find it easier to add a voltage regulator to ensure that issues do not arise. Thought your viewers may have an interest....Thanks.
Great Info and detailed Video. Have you dealt with or seen issues with over 12 volts and maybe installing a 12 Voltage regulator? Is it an Issue? Thanks
I have heard about it being issues. On one phone call with a tech at maxxair that was the first question they asked. That’s never been an issue we’ve had. But something they look for. The moisture has always been the problem. I hope that helps!
we have the same gun- have you tried it with plus nuts?
Can you help me out? Got mine in and it works. But it doesn’t shut down when it hits target temp. Shouldn’t it stop and kick back on like a real thermostat?
Dig into the manual. It has multiple operating modes. Ours came as yours is now. It would roast us out. Once we changed it, we were very happy with it.
Don't buy anything off this company! Boycott them!!!! Put them out of business!!!!!!
You'd think that the Maxxair people would see how a few pennies' worth of protection would save $$ in replacement boards when they fail prematurely (and under warranty) and cause so much grief to owners.....great video!
10.20 is the actual shower part
What you really need instead of a LOOSE NUT, is a NUT threaded onto the bolt with two flat washers after. Thread rivnut onto the bolt, hold bolt head with a wrench while using another wrench to turn the NUT clockwise as if to tighten and draw bolt in while collapsing the rivenut while NOT putting stress on the threads of the rivnut or bolt. Doing it like in this video is the lazy man's way. IF you need to do a LOT of rivnut, invest in the tool. The bolt/nut trick is for tight places most tools won't fit in, like corners or tight spaces.
Another weirdo on KZread who thinks that his way is THE way. This platform used to be good.
Awesome build! Love it, ehats the brand of the shower curtain kit?
Thank you! Xplr outfitters. www.xplroutfitters.com/accessories.html
I like to dream🎉
I would like to make such a shower only that it is foldable and collapsible [ in the middle of the floor ] so as not to raise the floor by those few cm .Can you tell me what can be used to make a non-permeable mini shower tray like you did.
Hi, do you propose only tje grafic on tje van ?
They make a different style of the lever operated version. Our Makerspace has one that loads just by opening the levers, it spins the threaded portion making it quicker to get a rivet nut on. Also I used a couple other ways as well too. A power steering pump puller has a bearing setup that works well. Another way was 2 pieces of plate & used 3 bolts. 2 of the bolts threaded into the plate & the 3rd into the rivet nut. Tighten the 2 bolts & it would expand the rivet nut. I made this version before finding the power steering trick. This was in probably 2008.
I've been a rivnut fan for a while - that pneumatic gun is schweeet!
That pneumatic sure looks like a much better solution than the big bolt-cutter looking tool like I have. I just hate dragging around air hoses. Is anyone making a battery version?
milwaukee and dewalt have one
@@fredoswego I didn't look at dewalt, because I don't own of their stuff. But I searched and can't find anything but a regular rivet gun from Milwaukee
How big is the bed? do you sleep across the van or down?
The bed is a king we cut down a few inches, I don’t recall the exact dimensions. It’s in between a queen and a king. We sleep north south. Hope that helps!
Thank you.
Do you need to lose the glasses sunglasses Never never try to sell something with sunglasses on
It worked. That van sold.
Would you recommend a second pass with the tool to ensure a tight crimp? Or would that likely cause issues?
WOW! I love this build!
The DIY method at 2:18 did not end with a good front side seal because the sheet metal was too thin and waving a lot. Against a thicker metal, the result will be better for the DIY method.
As soon as I saw that metal-tissue thin I didn't even care what this guy had to say.
The dude makes it really hard to buy these controllers. He open sourced the code, and there is a Scottish company that sells their own version based on the open source software, or at least a fork of it. I believe its called Ignite. But imo its a little too expensive, more than the heater itself!
I will be doing a video soon of a new company Burek that sent me a new controller to try for these heaters. Might be an awesome solution. bureck.company.site/
What is the pneumatic riv nut gun that you're using? And you know some close-ups would be awesome. Just saying.
Y'know, sometimes I think, and it seems China has very good technology even if they're restricted from the latest chip tech...then some Aussie makes it perform even more efficiently! (share tech,, no need to 'steal' it) 👍
Best thing i have ever seen
Thanks for checking it out!
Can You unscrew just the actual antenna portion without going through all this?I ask because I want to cover My sprinter while traveling-Thank You
Yes, the little antenna part simply unscrews from the bigger antenna mount, at least on my 2027 Sprinter 2500.
I've just been looking at shower and khazi solutions for a campervan here in the UK and seen various solutions on YT,, but this shower solution here is really good - I like it a lot. One question - how do you turn the water on and off for the shower head? Is it a case of having to set it going first before you get in, and then reach outside to turn it off afterwards, or is there a small tap integrated into the shower head itself?
Yeah the shower head has an on off button. Set your water temp at the tap. Turn it on and off at the head to save water.
@@RoamOverlandVehicles that is really neat. I wonder if a hard plastic tray would be better for the feet though? That metal tray must be frikkin ice cold in the winter months !
@@wagmiorngmi i would be worried about it cracking over time. Just run some hot water over the pan before you use it. Or look at it as a great way to really wake you up in the morning!
It is thought that it could have been done at the factory during the manufacture of the fan.
For the price you would think they would have 😂
Do you have to turn off the airbags somehow before removing the headliner?
Do the battery quick disconnect by the gas pedal. Anytime i do anything on these sprinters i disconnect that battery. Hope that helps!
you should type up a list of items and hyperlinks to them :)
Amazing job! Where i can get that roof rack ? Looks amazing
It was custom made by PAAK metal products in Vancouver WA. Jeremy is a super rad guy. Tell him it was from Roam Overland Vehicles and he could make you one. He has incredible talent, he can make you anything you can imagine.
Great install, Ill copy that, just what I was looking for.
where do i find one
There is a link in the description
wish I could know for sure which burner to buy that works with this. The manual you linked says to check the heater circuits.
Thank you
Thank
I’m interested in the eberspacher fuel pump, would you mind telling me which exact pump you have, I have a 5Kw CDH.
I can’t be 100% sure but if I recall I think this was the one. amzn.to/46oUfkQ The main thing that helps with the installs is the correct diameter fuel line. The cheap Chinese lines are usually too big. Also when installing the hose into the rubber hose fittings make sure they’re pushed all the way in. Hope that helps!
I can't hear anything
Wear headphones
Thank you!
Battery powered would be better. No compressor or air hose
Thanks for taking the time to show this, looks amazing for van life, no doubt too expensive for casual use.
You'd be surprised! The "Basic" version shown here works out at about £72 including shipping (currently listed at $119 Australian on the website with another $15 for shipping direct from the US). Afterburner is designed and manufactured by Ray Jones in Australia.
If it was designed and manufactured by Ray Jones in Australia, why is it being shipped direct from the U.S?
@@mickgatz214 I suspect it was just a typo and he meant to say "direct TO the US"
Am I right in saying that you are unable operate this afterburner with an Apple device ?
Isn't there a web interface?
Hi. Very nice job. What's the size of the bed ? Thanks.
It was in between a king and queen