Expect to see more of these kind of changes in trucks and RV's. The paper pushing/number crunching CEO's are starting to either adapt or will go away. Somewhere between Alliance, Brinkley, and other emerging startups will force this kind of change. I also think the professional engineers (the alleged experts) are going to hopefully face greater scrutiny of their designs (I know...a prediction of hope that is not rooted in any clear signs of the facts today).
1st the messenger: I was wary of this RV Tech guy. He apparently has some agreement with Alliance....however here he is covering Brinkley in a positive light. Having viewed a fair amount of his content, I rarely finish each video. He tends to play the neutral line and blabs on to long to preserve the relationships with all the manufacturers he wants to play nice with. I do like his approach to his content (Being a service guy) and keeps asking the question we all ask. Why are we not making these systems durable, serviceable, and for the same price point? So I continue to watch him.
2nd thing is why am I posting this: I think Brinkley is doing something cool with AC. I would like to hear what all of you DIY guys think on this topic. My first reaction, is that it opens up the number of workers that can fix this system and now extends to AC companies (Provided parts are not a problem). However, we now have to buy intake filters (They are not common hardware store filters). So if Alliance thinks this is a good idea and implements it in future builds...it means more pressure on their already failed replacement parts operation (Not working weekends and absolutely slow delivery). In all fairness, I could be wrong on the systems manufacturer's ability to sell and deliver replacement parts. Maybe Brinkley/Alliance is not needed to be a player in the replacement parts side. The last thought, is that they are not installing a system made for a house. They are installing a system, already made for the vibration of the road and time tested (I think). Meaning, without specifics, these things may still break a lot, even on fire trucks. I know, I replaced cab AC units on my rock trenchers, every 3 years. They were in the most dusting conditions you could imagine and don't get me started on vibration.
3rd thing: Tankless water heaters will be a fail for the RV industry. Propane limitations at higher elevations, safety switches shutting off because of water pressure, and the boon dockers need to not waste water, while they wait for hot water to make it's way to the fixture. I know of no innovation that can be made here, except a system, that can capture and redirect the unheated water. Who in the hell, would trust that system? It would be a trust in electronic valving, I would never believe in. They do exist though.
In closing: Have fun thinking about this topic!! I look forward to hearing your thoughts!!
1st the messenger: I was wary of this RV Tech guy. He apparently has some agreement with Alliance....however here he is covering Brinkley in a positive light. Having viewed a fair amount of his content, I rarely finish each video. He tends to play the neutral line and blabs on to long to preserve the relationships with all the manufacturers he wants to play nice with. I do like his approach to his content (Being a service guy) and keeps asking the question we all ask. Why are we not making these systems durable, serviceable, and for the same price point? So I continue to watch him.
2nd thing is why am I posting this: I think Brinkley is doing something cool with AC. I would like to hear what all of you DIY guys think on this topic. My first reaction, is that it opens up the number of workers that can fix this system and now extends to AC companies (Provided parts are not a problem). However, we now have to buy intake filters (They are not common hardware store filters). So if Alliance thinks this is a good idea and implements it in future builds...it means more pressure on their already failed replacement parts operation (Not working weekends and absolutely slow delivery). In all fairness, I could be wrong on the systems manufacturer's ability to sell and deliver replacement parts. Maybe Brinkley/Alliance is not needed to be a player in the replacement parts side. The last thought, is that they are not installing a system made for a house. They are installing a system, already made for the vibration of the road and time tested (I think). Meaning, without specifics, these things may still break a lot, even on fire trucks. I know, I replaced cab AC units on my rock trenchers, every 3 years. They were in the most dusting conditions you could imagine and don't get me started on vibration.
3rd thing: Tankless water heaters will be a fail for the RV industry. Propane limitations at higher elevations, safety switches shutting off because of water pressure, and the boon dockers need to not waste water, while they wait for hot water to make it's way to the fixture. I know of no innovation that can be made here, except a system, that can capture and redirect the unheated water. Who in the hell, would trust that system? It would be a trust in electronic valving, I would never believe in. They do exist though.
In closing: Have fun thinking about this topic!! I look forward to hearing your thoughts!!
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