This was an outstanding video! Anyone that is even remotely handy (and flexible) should be able to do this! Great overhead camera work,...........perfect play by play sound with the tech,.............I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Well done guys,........
It’s funny you said you were on the edge of your seat. When installing the first unit there’s the moment he fires it up and has to go back on the roof to see if the green light is on. That exact moment is when TH-cam felt I needed to see an ad. It made me laugh and groan out loud at the anticipation. The ad was only 5 second long, but it still struck me as funny and gave me that edge of my seat apprehension.
@@HintonTheTrail I will say, if you have two A/Cs, it only makes sense to get their plug soft start with surge protector for $599. It's cheaper than buying two of these and covers all the A/Cs and doesn't require any of this install on the air conditioners. You just plug it into the outlet, and plug your RV plug into it.
Thanks for posting this. I’m about to order one of these, so I’m doing my homework. Yours is the first video I’ve seen where you actually explain where the HERM connector is on a Coleman Mach. 👍👍
They’re a little bit different on each model but that’s one of the great things with SoftStartRV. They have install guides for all the models and you can also do the rooftop install assistance where they walk you through it on the phone. It was fantastic having them on the phone to tell me where things were and clarify things if I had questions. Good luck and enjoy the product!!
I just finished successfully installing Soft Starts on both of my A/C's . I didn't use technical support during the install.. I went to the Soft Start support site to determined the proper wiring diagram. I did contact them to ask about the location of the wiring diagram reference number. Technical support told me to look for a tiny number on the A/C's Coleman wiring diagram that started with the number "1976". As you stated the written instructions were very easy to understand. I have both A/C's operating on 30 Amp now. I did initially trip the circuit breaker because I forgot switch my electric hot water heater to propane. I'm also pretty sure that I still have to practice energy management while on 30 amp and, wouldn't be able to run the microwave or other Hi Amperage items while both A/C's were running. I should be able to run these items if I shut off an A/C while using them. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Yes, the install is pretty straightforward, they do a great job with the instructions. No, you may still have issues running hi amperage items with both units running, especially in the heat. When we're on 30-amp we turn one off while using the microwave, toaster, hairdryer, etc. Happy Camping!
Great job on the install! Yes, you still have to practice power management but now you have the capability to run both units and stay cool. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
*This unit works like a charm. Keeps my rv 21 x 41 very **Fastly.Cool** . I recommend to anyone that wants to keep a rv cold without having to turn on the main a/c.*
Great video.. Chris you were technical yet easy to understand. Plus the instal looked easy with the help of the tec on the phone.. We are definitely looking into this! Chasing RV Sunshine ☀️ Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya
This is the third video I have watched and yours is the best one because you got it right. Thanks for posting the tech call. I followed another video and he did it wrong, so I'm going back up this morning to make it right. Thanks dude.
Wish we could have been there for you the first time. Ha ha. Thank you for taking the time to comment and let us know and we’re very happy that it helped you get it right. The SoftStartRV rooftop install call is awesome. The tram is great and they stand by their product. You’re welcome! We’d love to hear you’re experience after you use the product. -Chris & Suzannah
Thank you! We’re wicked happy with the performance of the SoftStartRV. We used the champion on our previous rv with a 15K a/c and it struggled with it at times because the compressor was constantly kicking on and off. We don’t have those issues now! -Chris & Suzannah
You’re welcome! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. They’re great products and will definitely change how you RV and give you more options. Safe travels. -Chris & Suzannah
@@HintonTheTrail Hello Chris, I just wanted to thank you again, I got the 2-softstart yesterday. I connected all the connector as instructions of my model number required and went up to the roof and connected both ac unit. Thanks for your video really help a lot also. The second Coleman Mach ac was like mine. Took me about 45 minutes for both, turn the fans on and then the compressor came on then a big smile 😊 on my face came on lol 😂. Everything work perfectly. Again thank you Sir. And happing camping 🏕 to y’all. 👍
Great detailed video! First one I've seen that had my exact Mach 8 unit. I think our 2nd unit is different, it's whisper quiet ac. But I'm starting with the Mach 8 when I get the first SoftStart which was just shipped. Thanks again!
That’s great Walt! Make sure you send them a picture of the electrical diagram in case any of the wiring is different. Hope you enjoy the freedom the product brings as much as we do. By chance, did you happen to use our link? We want to ensure it’s working properly. Thank you, Chris
Oops, guess I got too excited and threw out Coleman. Ha ha. Well, the Champion is a workhorse and it powers both our AC units with the SoftStartRV. Good catch!!!
Great video. I have purchased a SoftStartRv and am waiting to install. I am wondering, what would be the smallest generator in watts to power a 15,500BTU A/C with the SoftStartRv installed? Any idea?
Thank you! That's a great question and I'm not sure if I can answer it exactly. People are running one 15k A/C off of small 2,000 watt generators but I don't know how much smaller you can go. We have the Champion 3,400 dual fuel and it runs both of our with no issues and also allows us to run other things without worry (we ran the coffee machine with both units on and it chugged right along). If it's a size issue then go with something smaller. If it's a cost issue then you need to look across the board. A 2,000 watt Honda will run you about the same as the Champion 3,400. There are cheaper avenues and new generators on the market too. Out of curiosity, did you use our SoftStartRV link? We're trying to ensure it's working properly. Thank you-Chris
Great video. I have one question, however. What happens if, after installation, both thermostats call for cooling systems to start at the same time? Will the 30a breaker be able to handle simultaneous start of two 13500 btu units?
You should be fine with two 13500 units. The time that the power needs spikes is so short the chance of them both hitting at the same time are slim but if they did you should be fine. Thank you!
I recommend you contact SoftStartRV customer support. EveryRV has a different standard draw. Even if you’re not “running” appliances there is a small draw. The refrigerator, etc, starts requiring power as soon as you plug in, etc.
There are links in the video description but you can use this one: www.softstartrv.com/hintonthetrail/ If you’re military, or a veteran you can save an addition 10% by using this link. www.softstartrv.com/hintonmilitary/
just fyi u CAN run one a/c off of the household power(20a fuse) w/o the product all day and night..... also you can get a canister hard start for rv a/c's for under $100 that do the same thing and are just as easy to install.... while this is a good product it is just too pricey since there are similar out there?? thanks for the video
Getting one installed on my trailer, to run off my solar. I have a 19.5 foot trailer with one AC. I’m also adding LifePO4 600ah batteries.. I boon dock only, unless I’m in a family’s yard, so I won’t need a 30 amp plug in, I will just need 110. I want to get rid of my generator, so I’m thinking a portable battery for a backup on a hot day/night.
That's fantastic. Yep, with the right inverter and battery setup the SoftStartRV will allow you to do what you couldn't before. Good luck and safe travels.
As long as they don't have a combined amperage draw of over 30 amps. Mine runs 15.8 during high cool mode. The soft start cusions the 21amp spike as the compressor starts and the capacitor recharges. With two units in operation you better hope nothing else needs power and no one tries to operate the microwave or any decent loads. This from many years of installing these along with thousands of units serviced.
So what's the trade off with this unit? Obviously there's a downside otherwise they would come with this tech from the factory. I assume slower startup or something
We’ve heard that some companies are looking at doing that. We haven’t noticed a slower startup at all. It turns on and cools just as fast. There are a lot of reasons companies don’t do things but a lot of it comes down to money. It would cost more to add these on and then you have to charge more to the RV manufacturers. They in turn may say, why would we pay more? We’ve used our A/Cs for almost 4 months now with these installed. Sometimes running them basically non-stop for a week due to heat. They work. We were on a 30-amp hookup for a week and ran them both…along with using appliances and no issues. They just work and we love them!
First try soft starting without opening the unit. When you start your systems first put the fan switch to the "ON" position then after full run speed is up turn on the cooling .........a soft start.
I'm not really a big fan of AC on the roof as far as 115 degree temps go. I think I would use 2 window AC units at 5,000 BTU's if I ran them together and on low at night.........if your at a live in space.
It should be able to start and run. The big thing is understanding your power usage. You won’t be able to use appliances at the same time but if you’re just doing an a/c unit you should be fine.
They offer concierge service so you pay a bit more but they coordinate with a local dealer or service center to have it installed. If you didn’t want to go that route you could look for mobile service technicians.
This is direct from SoftStartRV: “Presently, Coleman/Airxcel has yet to weigh in on this, and Dometic RV customer service has told customers that it would void the warranty.” I’ve talked with SoftStartRV and they have a 2 year warranty on their product. In their years of business and over thousands and thousands of units sold, they have had one a/c issue. A gentleman swore up and down that the soft start caused an a/c problem. They refunded the money and paid for a new A/C. When the a/c was removed it turned out it had nothing to do with the SoftStart. But they still paid for it. We worry about warranty work too but the product is so good it is worth it to us. And if you don’t like it you can remove it and put the wiring back the way it was. You don’t cut or splice any wires. It doesn’t change anything mechanically in the unit.
It's just about the greatest thing since sliced bread. We seem to melt when the temp gets about 75 so a/c is critical for us. Knowing we can make it happen on any electrical hookup makes us very happy.
Yikes! $599 with discount. I only have 1 A/C, so I probably will entertain the one that attaches directly to the unit. But if you have 2 A/C's, running off 50 amp, this would be just as much as buying 2 soft starts that attach to A/C. So, this would be a lot easier, and if you plan to by a different RV, you will always have it.
If you can install direct then it may be a better option for you to just done one SoftStartRV instead of the SoftStartUP. It definitely comes down to budget and personal preference. Both products are great and you can't go wrong with either one. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!
Wish we could have put an onboard generator in but it’s expensive. We don’t do a ton of boondocking so we don’t have to pull it out very often. It’s nice to know we can run two A/Cs on it if we have to though!
It’s a total must have!! I get so excited when I turn on the a/c and don’t worry about power surges! There are a few more videos coming out over the next few weeks that we feel are pretty awesome too!!
You’re welcome! Make sure you call their support team if you have any questions. They’re awesome. Good luck and enjoy the freedom that SoftStartRV gives you!
It's fantastic! The customer service, tech support, product, all of it. We didn't mention it in the video...but we really feel like the ac runs quieter too. Make sure you use our link...it'll save you some dough! Let us know what you decide to do. -Chris & Suzannah
I wanted to thank you for putting out this video. I installed 3 SoftStart after watching your video because it was so clear on what to do. Thank you again for the video!
You can get them at a hardware store or on Amazon. It’s a Hughes Digital AC Volt Meter. We’ve had it since day one of RVing so we can see what our voltage is at.
Beyond running the two a/cs you have to think about standard things running like your fridge, lights, etc. Obviously if it’s hot enough for a/c your fridge is going to be running more too. And of course every RV model seems to be a bit different with electrical draw. Regardless, I would stay above 3,500 watts. A lot of people go the route of getting two Honda 2200 generators. You can run them in parallel, their wicked quiet, and because they’re separate they’re easy to move around. You could pull one out and just run basic electrical needs when the weather isn’t hot. I think that gives you a lot more freedom. Honda is expensive though but there are other brands. Champion makes smaller ones, Firman, Generac. There are quite a few options. Good luck and glad you got the SoftStarts. They’re game changers!
@@jamesgrubb8762 I would recommend a 3500 Watt or the two smaller ones that equal 4,000+ watts. If you go below that the generator could still really struggle to keep up in hot temps.
This was an outstanding video! Anyone that is even remotely handy (and flexible) should be able to do this! Great overhead camera work,...........perfect play by play sound with the tech,.............I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Well done guys,........
Thank you!!!! You’re right too, anyone should be able to do it. If I (Chris) can do it then anyone else should be able to knock it out of the park. 😂😂
It’s funny you said you were on the edge of your seat. When installing the first unit there’s the moment he fires it up and has to go back on the roof to see if the green light is on. That exact moment is when TH-cam felt I needed to see an ad. It made me laugh and groan out loud at the anticipation. The ad was only 5 second long, but it still struck me as funny and gave me that edge of my seat apprehension.
@@ben12079 You know what the really funny thing is? THAT THE TH-cam AUTO-GENERATED AD PLACEMENT KNEW TO PUT THE AD THERE! Scary,......
That’s funny!! TH-cam adding to the suspense.
@@HintonTheTrail I will say, if you have two A/Cs, it only makes sense to get their plug soft start with surge protector for $599. It's cheaper than buying two of these and covers all the A/Cs and doesn't require any of this install on the air conditioners. You just plug it into the outlet, and plug your RV plug into it.
Thanks for posting this. I’m about to order one of these, so I’m doing my homework. Yours is the first video I’ve seen where you actually explain where the HERM connector is on a Coleman Mach. 👍👍
They’re a little bit different on each model but that’s one of the great things with SoftStartRV. They have install guides for all the models and you can also do the rooftop install assistance where they walk you through it on the phone. It was fantastic having them on the phone to tell me where things were and clarify things if I had questions. Good luck and enjoy the product!!
I just finished successfully installing Soft Starts on both of my A/C's . I didn't use technical support during the install.. I went to the Soft Start support site to determined the proper wiring diagram. I did contact them to ask about the location of the wiring diagram reference number. Technical support told me to look for a tiny number on the A/C's Coleman wiring diagram that started with the number "1976". As you stated the written instructions were very easy to understand. I have both A/C's operating on 30 Amp now. I did initially trip the circuit breaker because I forgot switch my electric hot water heater to propane. I'm also pretty sure that I still have to practice energy management while on 30 amp and, wouldn't be able to run the microwave or other Hi Amperage items while both A/C's were running. I should be able to run these items if I shut off an A/C while using them. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Yes, the install is pretty straightforward, they do a great job with the instructions. No, you may still have issues running hi amperage items with both units running, especially in the heat. When we're on 30-amp we turn one off while using the microwave, toaster, hairdryer, etc. Happy Camping!
Great job on the install! Yes, you still have to practice power management but now you have the capability to run both units and stay cool. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
*This unit works like a charm. Keeps my rv 21 x 41 very **Fastly.Cool** . I recommend to anyone that wants to keep a rv cold without having to turn on the main a/c.*
That’s great to hear Jack! It’s great to hear what other folks think about SoftStartRV and what it does for them. Thank you for sharing!!
Great video.. Chris you were technical yet easy to understand. Plus the instal looked easy with the help of the tec on the phone.. We are definitely looking into this! Chasing RV Sunshine ☀️ Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya
Thank you again for the support and kind words! It really is very simple. If I can do the install than anyone can! -Chris
This is the third video I have watched and yours is the best one because you got it right. Thanks for posting the tech call. I followed another video and he did it wrong, so I'm going back up this morning to make it right. Thanks dude.
Wish we could have been there for you the first time. Ha ha. Thank you for taking the time to comment and let us know and we’re very happy that it helped you get it right.
The SoftStartRV rooftop install call is awesome. The tram is great and they stand by their product.
You’re welcome! We’d love to hear you’re experience after you use the product. -Chris & Suzannah
Awesome video, great Tech support!
Thank you, and yes, the tech support was top notch. 😄
Thank you. Your video certainly convinced me that I need a Soft Start unit! Lou from Georgia.
That’s great! It will definitely improve your RV experience. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!
Great video and product review. We have the same Champion generator. very impressive running on 110. THXS
Thank you! We’re wicked happy with the performance of the SoftStartRV. We used the champion on our previous rv with a 15K a/c and it struggled with it at times because the compressor was constantly kicking on and off. We don’t have those issues now! -Chris & Suzannah
Best product
It’s awesome!
Hello Sir. Thank you for your video. Was very informative. Very easy to follow and demonstrated very well. I just ordered 2 for my rv. Thanks 🙏
You’re welcome! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. They’re great products and will definitely change how you RV and give you more options. Safe travels. -Chris & Suzannah
@@HintonTheTrail Hello Chris, I just wanted to thank you again, I got the 2-softstart yesterday. I connected all the connector as instructions of my model number required and went up to the roof and connected both ac unit. Thanks for your video really help a lot also. The second Coleman Mach ac was like mine. Took me about 45 minutes for both, turn the fans on and then the compressor came on then a big smile 😊 on my face came on lol 😂. Everything work perfectly. Again thank you Sir. And happing camping 🏕 to y’all. 👍
It’s such a good feeling when the fans kick on and you get the green light! Thank you and enjoy your travels! -Chris & Suzannah
Great detailed video! First one I've seen that had my exact Mach 8 unit. I think our 2nd unit is different, it's whisper quiet ac. But I'm starting with the Mach 8 when I get the first SoftStart which was just shipped. Thanks again!
That’s great Walt! Make sure you send them a picture of the electrical diagram in case any of the wiring is different. Hope you enjoy the freedom the product brings as much as we do.
By chance, did you happen to use our link? We want to ensure it’s working properly. Thank you, Chris
@@HintonTheTrail Hey Chris. No, I had already ordered it from SoftStart when I found your video. Thanks again!
Ok, thank you for taking the time to comment! Let us know what you think of the product, we’d love to hear it. -Chris & Suzannah
it is NOT a coleman generator. It is a Champion genset! Otherwise fairly well laid out. Thanks!
Oops, guess I got too excited and threw out Coleman. Ha ha. Well, the Champion is a workhorse and it powers both our AC units with the SoftStartRV. Good catch!!!
@@HintonTheTrail 'been a Champion fan for over 12 years. They just keep improving and innovating!
And they’re priced well for the quality!
Great video. I have purchased a SoftStartRv and am waiting to install. I am wondering, what would be the smallest generator in watts to power a 15,500BTU A/C with the SoftStartRv installed? Any idea?
Thank you! That's a great question and I'm not sure if I can answer it exactly. People are running one 15k A/C off of small 2,000 watt generators but I don't know how much smaller you can go. We have the Champion 3,400 dual fuel and it runs both of our with no issues and also allows us to run other things without worry (we ran the coffee machine with both units on and it chugged right along). If it's a size issue then go with something smaller. If it's a cost issue then you need to look across the board. A 2,000 watt Honda will run you about the same as the Champion 3,400. There are cheaper avenues and new generators on the market too.
Out of curiosity, did you use our SoftStartRV link? We're trying to ensure it's working properly. Thank you-Chris
I have an rv! I may do this
It’s a great upgrade!!
Great video. I have one question, however. What happens if, after installation, both thermostats call for cooling systems to start at the same time? Will the 30a breaker be able to handle simultaneous start of two 13500 btu units?
You should be fine with two 13500 units. The time that the power needs spikes is so short the chance of them both hitting at the same time are slim but if they did you should be fine.
Thank you!
Wonderful video, can I use this item on my rv in order to save $ on my electric bill?
I’m not sure if they’ve collected data on saving money using it.
We have 3 15K a/c units. Would we need to install three soft starts?
Yes, you need one SoftStartRV for each unit in able to run them all.
I could not run my 13,500 btu Dometic AC on household current as it would pop the circuit
Were there any other items running? Appliances, etc.?
The lights were on. It ran for 15 mins before it popped the circuit
I recommend you contact SoftStartRV customer support. EveryRV has a different standard draw. Even if you’re not “running” appliances there is a small draw. The refrigerator, etc, starts requiring power as soon as you plug in, etc.
We just watched your video and are wondering how we can order the softstart at the price you are showing of $299. We are looking to order two of them
There are links in the video description but you can use this one:
www.softstartrv.com/hintonthetrail/
If you’re military, or a veteran you can save an addition 10% by using this link.
www.softstartrv.com/hintonmilitary/
Got lost at the red wires. Never heard the guy say tape any of them up.
I taped them up to clean things up and keep everything together.
To much money!!! How about get real and drop the price a little
Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.
just fyi u CAN run one a/c off of the household power(20a fuse) w/o the product all day and night.....
also you can get a canister hard start for rv a/c's for under $100 that do the same thing and are just as easy to install.... while this is a good product it is just too pricey since there are similar out there?? thanks for the video
Thank you for watching and passing on the info.
I installed this about 2 years ago on my 2014 Sprinter Era and I can start and run my AC on my Westinghouse 2500 Inverter Gen Set! Love it!
That's fantastic! The freedom the SoftStartRV gives people is so great. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!
Getting one installed on my trailer, to run off my solar. I have a 19.5 foot trailer with one AC. I’m also adding LifePO4 600ah batteries.. I boon dock only, unless I’m in a family’s yard, so I won’t need a 30 amp plug in, I will just need 110. I want to get rid of my generator, so I’m thinking a portable battery for a backup on a hot day/night.
That's fantastic. Yep, with the right inverter and battery setup the SoftStartRV will allow you to do what you couldn't before. Good luck and safe travels.
As long as they don't have a combined amperage draw of over 30 amps. Mine runs 15.8 during high cool mode. The soft start cusions the 21amp spike as the compressor starts and the capacitor recharges. With two units in operation you better hope nothing else needs power and no one tries to operate the microwave or any decent loads. This from many years of installing these along with thousands of units serviced.
Really good info, thank you for sharing. Yes, when we run both 15K units we have to shut one off in order to run the microwave or make coffee. -Chris
So what's the trade off with this unit? Obviously there's a downside otherwise they would come with this tech from the factory. I assume slower startup or something
We’ve heard that some companies are looking at doing that. We haven’t noticed a slower startup at all. It turns on and cools just as fast.
There are a lot of reasons companies don’t do things but a lot of it comes down to money. It would cost more to add these on and then you have to charge more to the RV manufacturers. They in turn may say, why would we pay more?
We’ve used our A/Cs for almost 4 months now with these installed. Sometimes running them basically non-stop for a week due to heat. They work. We were on a 30-amp hookup for a week and ran them both…along with using appliances and no issues. They just work and we love them!
First try soft starting without opening the unit. When you start your systems first put the fan switch to the "ON" position then after full run speed is up turn on the cooling .........a soft start.
Good info.
I'm not really a big fan of AC on the roof as far as 115 degree temps go. I think I would use 2 window AC units at 5,000 BTU's if I ran them together and on low at night.........if your at a live in space.
If you’re stationary for a long period then a different a/c solution would be better. Maybe even a heat pump unit.
I have a 13500 rv ac, if I install a soft start would it run it using a Yamaha EF2000 v2inverter?
It should be able to start and run. The big thing is understanding your power usage. You won’t be able to use appliances at the same time but if you’re just doing an a/c unit you should be fine.
Who could install one for me, A electrician? I live in new york
They offer concierge service so you pay a bit more but they coordinate with a local dealer or service center to have it installed. If you didn’t want to go that route you could look for mobile service technicians.
How much is one unit and where to buy?
Hello, you can use the link below. Right now they’re $70 off. So they’re $279.
www.softstartrv.com/hintonthetrail/
Put on enclosed trailer I haul side by side and camp in.
Thanks for watching!
Will this void any warranties on your a/c or rv in general?
This is direct from SoftStartRV: “Presently, Coleman/Airxcel has yet to weigh in on this, and Dometic RV customer service has told customers that it would void the warranty.”
I’ve talked with SoftStartRV and they have a 2 year warranty on their product. In their years of business and over thousands and thousands of units sold, they have had one a/c issue. A gentleman swore up and down that the soft start caused an a/c problem. They refunded the money and paid for a new A/C. When the a/c was removed it turned out it had nothing to do with the SoftStart. But they still paid for it.
We worry about warranty work too but the product is so good it is worth it to us.
And if you don’t like it you can remove it and put the wiring back the way it was. You don’t cut or splice any wires. It doesn’t change anything mechanically in the unit.
Just installed one on our 30 amp camper, 1 A/C unit. Plugged into house 15 and a 20 amp outlet and can get over 106.5 volts. Any idea why?
What are the volts before turning the a/c on and then after?
@@HintonTheTrail 120.5 before then 106.5 after. Thanks
Ohhhh, maybe because I have a 15,000 BTU with heat pump, not a 13,5000.
I would contact SoftStartRV and ask the question. Our AC doesn’t have a heat pump but is a 15K. It was able to run it off of household.
Thanks
Hope it helped.
Nice job!
Thank you!
That’s genius!!!!!
It's just about the greatest thing since sliced bread. We seem to melt when the temp gets about 75 so a/c is critical for us. Knowing we can make it happen on any electrical hookup makes us very happy.
Chirs, you made that look easy. What a cool product 😉. Thank you for sharing. Peace and Safe Travels.
It’s amazing what speeding up the footage can do. 😂😂
Yikes! $599 with discount. I only have 1 A/C, so I probably will entertain the one that attaches directly to the unit. But if you have 2 A/C's, running off 50 amp, this would be just as much as buying 2 soft starts that attach to A/C. So, this would be a lot easier, and if you plan to by a different RV, you will always have it.
If you can install direct then it may be a better option for you to just done one SoftStartRV instead of the SoftStartUP. It definitely comes down to budget and personal preference. Both products are great and you can't go wrong with either one. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!
Good Info. I would suggest a dry fit, so you can trim the wires to the correct length, so you will have a cleaner install.
Good tip!
Promise you may have got it fixed but you still have the back of the truck generator which is annoying
Wish we could have put an onboard generator in but it’s expensive. We don’t do a ton of boondocking so we don’t have to pull it out very often. It’s nice to know we can run two A/Cs on it if we have to though!
Awesome info. I have to rewatch it many times to get it. But this is great
It’s a really cool product. Not sure why all a/c units don’t come with them. It’s a game changer!
Great info! We will keep this info on hand for when we buy our fifth wheel.
It’s a total must have!! I get so excited when I turn on the a/c and don’t worry about power surges! There are a few more videos coming out over the next few weeks that we feel are pretty awesome too!!
Thank you. This was so helpful. We are installing ours in a few days. So excited.
You’re welcome! Make sure you call their support team if you have any questions. They’re awesome. Good luck and enjoy the freedom that SoftStartRV gives you!
Well you hooked us! Thanks for the great info... we are on their site now 😀
It's fantastic! The customer service, tech support, product, all of it. We didn't mention it in the video...but we really feel like the ac runs quieter too. Make sure you use our link...it'll save you some dough! Let us know what you decide to do. -Chris & Suzannah
Any idea if I ordered two how long they take to ship. We are on the road in our RV.
They usually ship within a day and arrive pretty quick.
I wanted to thank you for putting out this video. I installed 3 SoftStart after watching your video because it was so clear on what to do. Thank you again for the video!
That’s awesome! We’re so glad it helped. How do you like the products so far? -Chris
Excellent good job
Thank you
The digital meter you had in the kitchen to see the volts ? Was that something you bought and if so where?
You can get them at a hardware store or on Amazon. It’s a Hughes Digital AC Volt Meter. We’ve had it since day one of RVing so we can see what our voltage is at.
@@HintonTheTrail Thank you so much for your response going to get one now
Nice job!
Thank you!!
Great vid. Thank you.
Thank you. We’ve been told it’s kinda long but we wanted people to really see how it’s done and what to expect when installing it. -Chris
Hi I recently bought 2 of these soft starts for my 13500 btu acs. What size generator should I use to run both at same time
Beyond running the two a/cs you have to think about standard things running like your fridge, lights, etc. Obviously if it’s hot enough for a/c your fridge is going to be running more too. And of course every RV model seems to be a bit different with electrical draw. Regardless, I would stay above 3,500 watts. A lot of people go the route of getting two Honda 2200 generators. You can run them in parallel, their wicked quiet, and because they’re separate they’re easy to move around. You could pull one out and just run basic electrical needs when the weather isn’t hot. I think that gives you a lot more freedom. Honda is expensive though but there are other brands. Champion makes smaller ones, Firman, Generac. There are quite a few options. Good luck and glad you got the SoftStarts. They’re game changers!
@@HintonTheTrail I only run my acs on power. Fridge run on propane and I never use microwave, I’m just trying to pinpoint exactly what size I need.
@@jamesgrubb8762 I would recommend a 3500 Watt or the two smaller ones that equal 4,000+ watts. If you go below that the generator could still really struggle to keep up in hot temps.
@@HintonTheTrail thank you.
Well done and helpful video.
Thank you!
Ok what size and type connectors do I need ? I must have missed that .
The SoftStartRV comes with all the connectors now so you shouldn’t have to purchase any. We recommend some electricians tape though.