This thing is working amazing, holding the whole room at 68° with the TV in place right up against the AC. It's the prettiest thing I've ever built by a long shot but proved to me that this method works great and now I need to refine it.
Dude! Thank's so much! I did a similar mod like this to my AC in my wife's room, and was wondering why it wasn't doing so well. Then I realized I needed a baffle to block air re-circulation! I have a similar setup to yours actually. This HELPED me so much! Thank you! My wife's happy too!
WTG Jerry. As a chiller and computer room ac tech with 38 years of experience I give this hack my seal of approval! I have seen the IT guys in the server rooms get pretty creative with spot coolers to keep server racks cool.
I've been searching how to duct a window AC for days. Googled it...checked Lowes and everything. And this guy just showed me how! Planning to bring a tent to an RV campsite and have an airconditioner in it. Thanks man. If a man is thinking about this and has a channel, then he is a REAL-WORLD solution expert! More power Barnacules!
It's awesome! I'm still trying, two summers in, to ghetto mod my portable AC so it can work at all. Funnels hot air with great volume to the outside and it's impossible to do with windows opening outwards at the bottom frame. Any gap will just pull hot air back in and recycle; giving zero net cooling. I'm renting so using a hole saw through concrete might be frowned upon.
I feel like the best diy videos are the ones where after watching you feel like you can do the same thing a little better yourself. Also at least when diy things don't look perfect it totally looks like you made it!
I love these episode because it's not super professional but still works. Kinda like handyman from nerd perspective which I can appreciate and relate lol
Hey Jerry just a little tip if you open the box cutter you should find that the blade is reversible and the rest of the blade might be sharp, sometimes there are even extra blades hidden inside depending on manufacturer.
Just so you know that not a T square, that is a framing square, a T square is in the shape of a T and is mainly used with drywall work, framing squares are L shaped.
I got it for how quiet it is, and also the condensation hasn't become a problem yet. However, I can easily solve it by spraying the inside with lacquer to seal it.
I'd be more concerned about the window unit not moving enough air therefore the coil will ice up, liquid refrigerant sent back to the compressor which will burn it out
Funny thing is that when I was younger, I used to build a pillow fort out of my bunk bed and sleep in it. Only issue is that it would get pretty hot in there, so what I would do is make tubing out of paper, tap them all together to the AC in the window, then place them inside each little part of the fort. It was really fun, and my little mind was proud. Its cool to see something like this made, enjoyed the video, and it brought out a bit of a childhood memory for me. :)
I own an HVAC company and you just lost 20 percent of air because the wedge you made is not curved in a circle motion so you should use a diverter from an HVAC supply house and use flex duct so you don't lose your air flow plus your causing your head pressure to climb and make the compressor to slug liquid
warlock 39 who cares if his 100 dollar window banger slugs. I'd be more concerned about the water damage to the house from the nice iceblock he's got coming his way
I would have definitely pointed it away from the TV to reduce chances of condensation inside the TV casing. Rounding the corners won't help much, plus with the reduced restriction from removing the grille he's probably keeping the air resistance pretty close to its designed spec.
If you watched his video when he installed it you'll know that that ac unit could cool down a space 5x larger then his room. So i think he's getting enough airflow.
Wouldnt it be better to suck the "hot air" from the top of the room in to the AC and blow the cold to the bottom ? I mean in germany our hot stuff goes to the top and he is sucking from the middle of the room.
From programmer to Tim the Tool Man Taylor, nice. I always thought of learning stuff like this as well as mechanical skills so if there's a problem with my car I won't have to spend more money taking it to someone else.
Foam is a better insulator than plastic, so it retains the cold air until it gets shot out the outlet, and 3D printing a custom duct would have taken a lot longer than just maybe an hour total of cutting foam to fit as well as taping it to one color. Foam is also lighter so he didn't actually need that wedge to keep the foam up, but I guess now he can put stuff on it. On the other hand, using 3D printing, he could have made a more complex shape to have even better airflow, but again... Foam insulates better, and it's quicker. He could make a 3D printed plate to go over the outlet and make it so that he could fit some sort of tube for directional airflow, or even just extend where he wants the air to really feel cold =P
+Mies van der Lippe because to exhaust air from The house it would need to suck air into the house from somewhere else. The AC doesn't change the pressure of the room.
+Barnacules Nerdgasm why didn't you 3D print a cover instead? Also... Wouldn't that cold air flow mess with that FormLabs 3D printer on the other side of the TV while it's printing. Cheers
You know, I'm a real generous dude so you can put the TV and some other expensive stuff in my computer room if you want..... 😁 Im not sure why, but I enjoy watching you do almost everything (don't take that the wrong way, or do).
Zach Demand If you do anything scientific, such as physics, metric is by far superior. But for just eyeballing measurements, I find imperial to be better
Hey Jerry- you're looking really good man! How is the weight loss going? You can REALLY see a difference in your face already. Keep up the good work man, we're all really proud of the progress you've made. How are you feeling lately? Hopefully you are much happier. You sound happy which we all like to see! Thanks for you do, we all enjoy seeing what you come up with. Thanks- Mike
not effectiv use because the build (cost) volume is too high and a fail would really hurt. With foam he can just add peaces and redirekt the airflow as needed.
Hey Jerry, just wanted to let you know that i am very happy your lifestyle change has worked so great for you, you look remarkebly better than you did a few months ago. Not just talking about the weightloss itself, but rather your whole appearence :) Keep going jerry, you can do this! Awesome video btw, really enjoyed it :)
I know this is old but now that it's 95° here in Florida I have to tackle the same project. I just want to say, you are adorable and hilarious and as I was thinking oh my God wow these two guys are gamers that hole up all day in a dark room, the little nerdsters. Then I saw your wedding ring and out loud all by myself in my living room I heard my voice say OH MY GOD, HE'S MARRIED?!???!! Not that you could never be married, of course. I mean no offense. Back to your diverter tutorial, I have the same setup with the TV in front and you gave me a few new ideas. Isn't this the most frustrating thing? Thank you again, and I hope you've changed the razor blade in your utility knife by now.
This was super helpful for me. I have a small bedroom and my central air vents are on the floor. That limits me on how I can rearrange my room.Now I see I can just make a custom one for the floor vent and my bed being over it wont be such a problem
Creates a better airflow, a ceiling fan would also help (Here in Texas a ceiling fan is a must to move the air around) Cool build, simple yet effective!
This thing is working amazing, holding the whole room at 68° with the TV in place right up against the AC. It's the prettiest thing I've ever built by a long shot but proved to me that this method works great and now I need to refine it.
do another diy. :)
sticking your fingers together with mitre bond is half the fun
What happened to your diet/lifestyle change? I haven't watched your videos in 9 months, I expected you to be slim. You're fatter than ever.
h0wL
keep comforting him to get fatter and fatter
h0wL
and you believe him?
Dude! Thank's so much! I did a similar mod like this to my AC in my wife's room, and was wondering why it wasn't doing so well. Then I realized I needed a baffle to block air re-circulation! I have a similar setup to yours actually. This HELPED me so much! Thank you! My wife's happy too!
+SmerrillS Reviews you're very welcome!
why not 3d print a cover for it :)
Haha! Cannot afford a 3D printer
But, but, the prusa i3 ?
WTG Jerry. As a chiller and computer room ac tech with 38 years of experience I give this hack my seal of approval! I have seen the IT guys in the server rooms get pretty creative with spot coolers to keep server racks cool.
I've been searching how to duct a window AC for days. Googled it...checked Lowes and everything. And this guy just showed me how! Planning to bring a tent to an RV campsite and have an airconditioner in it. Thanks man. If a man is thinking about this and has a channel, then he is a REAL-WORLD solution expert! More power Barnacules!
PLEASE FIX MY WIFE, GET HER BACK TO HER 20´S, I GOT FOAM AND CARDBOARD READY!
Happy Farmer ur going to need more than that :)
Berj Yacoubian yeah, some duct tape as well
WD 40 should do it.
If you cant solve your problem with a hammer then fuck it
Bailey Volkert I'm sure he does
It's not sad. Always be proud when you create something that is functional and solves a problem.
111k views building something out of foam and tape. I love UA-cam! :D
It's awesome!
I'm still trying, two summers in, to ghetto mod my portable AC so it can work at all. Funnels hot air with great volume to the outside and it's impossible to do with windows opening outwards at the bottom frame. Any gap will just pull hot air back in and recycle; giving zero net cooling. I'm renting so using a hole saw through concrete might be frowned upon.
When are you going to add an old case fan to your duct to increase your cubit feet of air flow?
only thing you are missing is duct tape (but maybe I spoke too soon? I am only @ 4:14 right now lol)
do you have a video on that acoustic foam?
Why not 3d print the duct?
I feel like the best diy videos are the ones where after watching you feel like you can do the same thing a little better yourself. Also at least when diy things don't look perfect it totally looks like you made it!
+Iisakki Kaaretkoski i agree, it's why I show my mistakes.
I would have mounted the tv on the wall between the window using an articulating arm mount. 4 Screws.. Done!
Thanks for the entertainment!!
Yep. $20 on Amazon. Done.
Paul Martin you missed the whole point of the video
Yep
I love these episode because it's not super professional but still works. Kinda like handyman from nerd perspective which I can appreciate and relate lol
+barnacles nerdgasim this would make a great 3d printing project
Sure, but this looks like a prop Green Jelly or GWAR would use.
I was just about to say this, 3D printing ducts sounds like a pretty good idea.
Harrison Knockers RIP DAVE BROCKIE
Hey! That's pretty good!
I was going to suggest that! 3D print a piece to replace the foam.
Barn is my personal quick set, I'm always rock hard when I watch his videos.
Hey Jerry just a little tip if you open the box cutter you should find that the blade is reversible and the rest of the blade might be sharp, sometimes there are even extra blades hidden inside depending on manufacturer.
after jay leaves i see another piece of foam and a round duct running to under his seat great vid and a interesting solution to your problem.
Just so you know that not a T square, that is a framing square, a T square is in the shape of a T and is mainly used with drywall work, framing squares are L shaped.
Yeah, the words that came out of my mouth didn't line up with what I actually was thinking.
Barnacules Nerdgasm don't take it personal, I work in construction and I'm a little OCD when it comes to what people call certain tools.
biker932012 I don't blame you I hate when people call a ratchet a wrench.
I was looking to see if someone made this correction before I did.. Lol, OCD here as well..
Ok so do u get everything right no, No one is perfect. Also haters that dont look at them self.
Fuckin love DIYgasm, this is the best vid series you've done since the maker space renovation, which was basically a diygasm
I honestly thought you were gonna 3d print something in this video.. xD this works great too
im getting goose bumps from those foam screeching
I've done that, your tape contraption will get wet(condensation) and it will fall apart, thats a very quiet window ac though
I got it for how quiet it is, and also the condensation hasn't become a problem yet. However, I can easily solve it by spraying the inside with lacquer to seal it.
Condensation only happens when hot air meets cold air, if there is no leaks/gaps for this to happen your good to go
Dont u have 3d printers? :P
I'd be more concerned about the window unit not moving enough air therefore the coil will ice up, liquid refrigerant sent back to the compressor which will burn it out
Keep an eye on the coil and nothing to worry about, doesn't seem to restrict the airflow hardly at all.
That's actually a framing square, lol glad to see you post a video, missed you keep up all your great work
The Jerry missed a "ladies" joke. He said it sets super ROCK HARD. :D
Funny thing is that when I was younger, I used to build a pillow fort out of my bunk bed and sleep in it. Only issue is that it would get pretty hot in there, so what I would do is make tubing out of paper, tap them all together to the AC in the window, then place them inside each little part of the fort. It was really fun, and my little mind was proud. Its cool to see something like this made, enjoyed the video, and it brought out a bit of a childhood memory for me. :)
About half way through the video I realized he could also 3D print a really nice duct instead XD
You must have a really big 3D printer :o
LazerLord10 Well I mean he could 3D print it in parts and then Bondo, glue, or screw it together. 😊
Air Deflector on Amazon is less than $5. Probably spent more money on gaffers tape than it would have cost to just buy one.
this is slick. if i ever get a window AC unit all need to try this.
I'm ashamed of how immature I am because when he said 69 I chuckled haha im 16 i cant help it haha
Im 20 and still chuckled heh
+berenan me two
im 29 and i chuckled :) Humor has no age restriction!
I'm 30 I didn't chuckle. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I'm 32. I didn't chuckle, but I did quietly think "69, giggity". :p Damn Seth McFarland invading my brain.
10 out of 10 would watch something like this again
I own an HVAC company and you just lost 20 percent of air because the wedge you made is not curved in a circle motion so you should use a diverter from an HVAC supply house and use flex duct so you don't lose your air flow plus your causing your head pressure to climb and make the compressor to slug liquid
warlock 39 who cares if his 100 dollar window banger slugs. I'd be more concerned about the water damage to the house from the nice iceblock he's got coming his way
I would have definitely pointed it away from the TV to reduce chances of condensation inside the TV casing. Rounding the corners won't help much, plus with the reduced restriction from removing the grille he's probably keeping the air resistance pretty close to its designed spec.
I just get a bigger fan and blow air were ever you want , and a little refer for cold VITAMIN - R.
i though the same thing bit of flex would work well
If you watched his video when he installed it you'll know that that ac unit could cool down a space 5x larger then his room. So i think he's getting enough airflow.
Saw a pic on instagram, knew a video was coming! :DD Cant wait to watch the whole thing
Ayy I wasnt the only one
You gotta 3D print something for that :O!!!
even though this way DIY I thought the production look pretty pro, well done Jerry!
Has razor blade replaced bat knife?
RyanHu Batknife would be way too dull
would the 3200x1800 version be sharp enough?
Sean Griffey :D
I wonder how Batknife feels about Jerry shoving that razor blade into that foam...?
RyanHu bat knife is for unboxings
The best reason to watch this video is to see if Jay can keep Jerry in frame and in focus...
damn just by removing the air directors i already noticed a difference, thanks
Great video and tackles a problem I have my self in my room.
now that you have the proof of concept mocked up, you should 3d print a more durable shroud
+bexmister92 i might do this!
awesome! cant wait to see the video.
i think the insulating properties of the foam actually helps though
Wouldnt it be better to suck the "hot air" from the top of the room in to the AC and blow the cold to the bottom ?
I mean in germany our hot stuff goes to the top and he is sucking from the middle of the room.
Chris ImItReal Wouldn't it be better to cool the ceiling so that when hot air goes up it gets cooled, and the whole room gets a more even temperature?
Thank you! I can't believe I found a video for this. U gave me confidence. I'm gon try it
'T' squares are shaped like a T, hence the name, that's just a framing square
From programmer to Tim the Tool Man Taylor, nice. I always thought of learning stuff like this as well as mechanical skills so if there's a problem with my car I won't have to spend more money taking it to someone else.
Why no 3d printer on that Barnacules
this was actually a very nice thing. good job barnacules
Why didn't you want to 3D print a custom duct?
cause it will take 79 hours
No it wouldn't, not unless you make it 2 inches thick.
If it is only a couple of millimeters thick, just enough to be sturdy it won't, and it will also benefit by being more open for air flow.
Foam is a better insulator than plastic, so it retains the cold air until it gets shot out the outlet, and 3D printing a custom duct would have taken a lot longer than just maybe an hour total of cutting foam to fit as well as taping it to one color. Foam is also lighter so he didn't actually need that wedge to keep the foam up, but I guess now he can put stuff on it.
On the other hand, using 3D printing, he could have made a more complex shape to have even better airflow, but again... Foam insulates better, and it's quicker. He could make a 3D printed plate to go over the outlet and make it so that he could fit some sort of tube for directional airflow, or even just extend where he wants the air to really feel cold =P
Was wondering the same thing too. 3D printed shell with a foam interior.
good job man! that's actually really nifty. it turned out looking pretty nice.
Please make more Codegasm!
THESE ARE AWESOME! Very funny! Plus you've inspired me to improve the man cave.
9:35, Jay looks stoned out of his mind
I love diy gasm and I definitely want to see more of it!
Windows AC ? Will it run on my i3 laptop?
Great video. Glad to see you are happy again.
Shouldn't you just get some dryer hose to get the hot air from your PC out of the room?
+Mies van der Lippe because to exhaust air from
The house it would need to suck air into the house from somewhere else. The AC doesn't change the pressure of the room.
Often AC's have a bypass to bring in some fresh air, that would be some real Jerry Riggin'
That could be good though to get some fresh air in the room.
Get some air circulation going so you don't even have to worry about farting in an enclosed space
+Barnacules Nerdgasm why didn't you 3D print a cover instead? Also... Wouldn't that cold air flow mess with that FormLabs 3D printer on the other side of the TV while it's printing. Cheers
Speaking of rock, rock hard. Great ass shot
When your computer monitors are bigger than your tv
Jay is the best cameraman NA!
4K is on within 5 minutes! WTF UA-cam?
This is a great series. Makes house chores a little fun
+Dumb Guys Talk About Smart Stuff thank you so much!
I'm supersized you didn't 3D print that thing
Can't wait for the dyigasm car brakes episode.
That's a framing sqaure Jerry.
Love this series, Jerry. I love that you're willing to just wing it on camera and walk us through your thought process.
#BringBackBatKnife
Shouldnt this be Jerry Rigged?
You know, I'm a real generous dude so you can put the TV and some other expensive stuff in my computer room if you want..... 😁
Im not sure why, but I enjoy watching you do almost everything (don't take that the wrong way, or do).
That's not a T square.
Same thing I was thinking: A carpenter's square aint a T square.
It's a framing square.
Well done. You just help me out on my own diy project. I was thinking of a Garage apartment using a window unit to cool the apartment well done
is his cameraman jayztwocents?
nvm, it is
no CGI
That foam cutting sound sends shivers down my spine. Rather like nails on a chalkboard >.
BARNACULES WILL HE REPLY?
Yup :D
Very cool man xD Keep up the great work, love ya!
Love the Dynamic Duo
Why didn't he just 3D print a duct? That would have looked so much better :O
It would cost alot of material and time, also it wouldn't make a very entertaining video imo
I love that you are making more videos now. Keep up the good work man
I dont understand why people use a tape measure measuring in inches, Millimetres are so much easier
0.0393700787 inches
It is standard in the US. Most standard measuring devices are in inches/feet here
And the people that use inches (like me) say that inches are so much easier.
Zach Demand If you do anything scientific, such as physics, metric is by far superior. But for just eyeballing measurements, I find imperial to be better
its all a habituation thing
1:29 Professional cameraman... Good job Jayztwocents.
has 3d printer, uses foam....
Hey Jerry- you're looking really good man! How is the weight loss going? You can REALLY see a difference in your face already. Keep up the good work man, we're all really proud of the progress you've made. How are you feeling lately? Hopefully you are much happier. You sound happy which we all like to see!
Thanks for you do, we all enjoy seeing what you come up with.
Thanks-
Mike
#outofcontentideas-gasm
You're still watching...
hey i like this content Jerry
I definitely think YOU should try to remove your kidney at home.
that shot of jay. 10/10
you should start by not saying "More Better".
+Stephen Turner it's technically grammatically correct.
I love these. More DIYGASMS
T SQUARE,,COME ON LEARN YOUR TOOLS MAN
ray rowe I agree. It's just a regular square. A T square is shaped like a T. Go figure.
A regular square, wtf is a regular square?..lol Its a Framing square..lol
DaTwistedOne1 exactly... its not a T square.
I actually really like these videos lol. Oddly satisfying to watch you make something out of foam or random stuff!
shakey camera is shakey
he also "definitely" doesn't have multiple 3d printers to do this
not effectiv use because the build (cost) volume is too high and a fail would really hurt. With foam he can just add peaces and redirekt the airflow as needed.
Do it in multiple pieces for the fail rate
High base cost then cheap maintenance
Hey Jerry, just wanted to let you know that i am very happy your lifestyle change has worked so great for you, you look remarkebly better than you did a few months ago. Not just talking about the weightloss itself, but rather your whole appearence :)
Keep going jerry, you can do this! Awesome video btw, really enjoyed it :)
This video really blows.
NeoVoodooChild I see what you did there.
so fun too watch!! u the best !!please keep it coming
very helpful I didn't know that why my sitcom sucks was because of the loop thing that you mention
actually thought this video would suck, but it was actually pretty fun to watch.
WoAh Jerry, you are looking slimmer my friend, good work :)
I know this is old but now that it's 95° here in Florida I have to tackle the same project. I just want to say, you are adorable and hilarious and as I was thinking oh my God wow these two guys are gamers that hole up all day in a dark room, the little nerdsters. Then I saw your wedding ring and out loud all by myself in my living room I heard my voice say OH MY GOD, HE'S MARRIED?!???!! Not that you could never be married, of course. I mean no offense. Back to your diverter tutorial, I have the same setup with the TV in front and you gave me a few new ideas. Isn't this the most frustrating thing? Thank you again, and I hope you've changed the razor blade in your utility knife by now.
do more please, theyr are very entertaining to watch
TBH I only watch Tech Talk And DIYGasm But I still love you
I really like this "series" I haven't followed you very long but I seems like you enjoy making these more then your other videos!
+Garrett Hartsock they are fun to make and solve a problem.
Well I know they put me in a better mood,but again really like the series, looking forward to the next addition!
Am I the only one who loves all his content? 😍😍
Awesome video, Jerry. DIY are very entertaining.
So proof of concept and the put it in CAD and 3d print it.
Thanks Jerry, love these DIYgasm vids.
that shot of Jay scared the living daylight out of me, a disclosure would of been nice.
Codegasm and DIYgasm FTW!
This was super helpful for me. I have a small bedroom and my central air vents are on the floor. That limits me on how I can rearrange my room.Now I see I can just make a custom one for the floor vent and my bed being over it wont be such a problem
Creates a better airflow, a ceiling fan would also help (Here in Texas a ceiling fan is a must to move the air around)
Cool build, simple yet effective!
watching your man cave from work makes me miss my man cave :( Love your videos jerry!
sum good iBallin' skills there Barn
great vid . keep it up i love diy barney. my wife thinks im crazy when i diy all night long.... good job buddy.