Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Save THOUSANDS by installing your own mini split heat pump that costs under $400! In this complete step-by-step guide, I walk you through every detail of a full DIY ductless mini split installation — from mounting the indoor head unit and relocating the drain, to running the line set, flaring copper, using a torque wrench, pulling a proper vacuum with Schrader core removal, and charging R32 refrigerant. This OYLUS 115V unit from Amazon costs a fraction of what a professional install runs ($3,000–$12,000+), and I'll show you exactly how to do it yourself. Whether you're heating a garage, workshop, or adding a zone to your home, this is the only guide you'll need.
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IMPORTANT: The brand has restructured some of the pricing on this. But if you do the math, it ends up being about the same as before. They're offering free shipping instead of a cheaper price listed, then charging for shipping like they were during the making of this video.
Watch how I run this mini-split off solar power: youtu.be/NZuLyzh71JM
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Solar power mini-split conversion parts-
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Chapters:
0:00 Ultimate DIY Mini Split Installation Guide
1:29 Installing indoor head unit
3:01 How to connect refrigerant tubing
5:32 Vacuum procedure with pro tips!
9:49 Electrical wiring overview
10:08 Pro tips for breaking the vacuum
12:37 Releasing the full charge
12:58 Leak search
14:12 Adding refrigerant for extra line length
15:34 Checking the Delta T
17:10 How I run this mini-split for free off solar power!
#MiniSplit #DIYMiniSplit #HeatPump #DuctlessMiniSplit #HVAC #theresatrickforthat
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Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. There’s a Trick for That assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. There’s a Trick for That recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not There’s a Trick for That.
Save THOUSANDS by installing your own mini split heat pump that costs under $400! In this complete step-by-step guide, I walk you through every detail of a full DIY ductless mini split installation — from mounting the indoor head unit and relocating the drain, to running the line set, flaring copper, using a torque wrench, pulling a proper vacuum with Schrader core removal, and charging R32 refrigerant. This OYLUS 115V unit from Amazon costs a fraction of what a professional install runs ($3,000–$12,000+), and I'll show you exactly how to do it yourself. Whether you're heating a garage, workshop, or adding a zone to your home, this is the only guide you'll need.
Buy the 12,000 BTU 115V Mini-Split: amzn.to/4oqTXo8
IMPORTANT: The brand has restructured some of the pricing on this. But if you do the math, it ends up being about the same as before. They're offering free shipping instead of a cheaper price listed, then charging for shipping like they were during the making of this video.
Watch how I run this mini-split off solar power: youtu.be/NZuLyzh71JM
Buy extra line set: amzn.to/4sJviwd
Buy a Line Hide cover kit: amzn.to/4m8QDwO
Buy Nylog Sealant: amzn.to/4c5nw8P
Buy Big Blue Micro Leak Detector Non-corrosive Soap Bubbles: amzn.to/4m2o9Vf
Buy a digital open-ended torque wrench: amzn.to/3Qcs0TJ
Budget Friendly Tools:
Buy a “cheap” vacuum pump and hose set: amzn.to/4hpNvMF
“Cheap” micron gauge: amzn.to/4hmkRMl
“Cheap” flaring tool kit: amzn.to/4hZA3iC
Buy my pro grade tools I use in the installation video-
Buy flaring tool: amzn.to/48e3Jmu
Buy de-burring tool: amzn.to/4z97V2L
Buy a micron gauge: amzn.to/4c48oZz
Vacuum Pump: amzn.to/4shJM5G
Vacuum Rated Hose: amzn.to/4v4UE9r
Mini-split Valve Core Removal Tool: amzn.to/41a8n11
Standard valve core removal tool: amzn.to/41a8nOz
Digital Manifold Gauge Set: amzn.to/3Qc7Zg1
Leak detector: amzn.to/4sayLmq
Multi-meter: amzn.to/4dg6mro
Solar power mini-split conversion parts-
Buy Bluetti Elite 300 power station: : tidd.ly/4speryd
Code: TATFT8OFF (8% off for the Elite300 series)
OR buy on Amazon: amzn.to/4b92Vjr
Buy 590W solar panels: tidd.ly/48xbfts
OR buy from Amazon: amzn.to/4oIy5Ty
Buy 120v plug end: amzn.to/4viREqe
Buy 10 awg MC4 to XT60i connector: amzn.to/4v2FcL5
NEED HELP? Ask me a question and get a personal in depth response: ko-fi.com/s/8d8df1880c
OR
Sit down for a personal 1-On-1 hour long video consultation with me and I’ll provide answers and insights to anything you want to ask me about from this channel: ko-fi.com/s/dd139831a7
All donations get 100% re-invested in the channel:
buymeacoffee.com/theresatrickforthat
🔍 Looking for something specific? Search across hundreds of my videos — way better than YouTube search: search.theresatrickforthat.com
Chapters:
0:00 Ultimate DIY Mini Split Installation Guide
1:29 Installing indoor head unit
3:01 How to connect refrigerant tubing
5:32 Vacuum procedure with pro tips!
9:49 Electrical wiring overview
10:08 Pro tips for breaking the vacuum
12:37 Releasing the full charge
12:58 Leak search
14:12 Adding refrigerant for extra line length
15:34 Checking the Delta T
17:10 How I run this mini-split for free off solar power!
#MiniSplit #DIYMiniSplit #HeatPump #DuctlessMiniSplit #HVAC #theresatrickforthat
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As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you! Thanks for your support!
Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. There’s a Trick for That assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. There’s a Trick for That recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not There’s a Trick for That.
![TINY BLUETTI Replaced My $1,700 PC Battery Backup [TESTED]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yVwxhb1Tua0/mqdefault.jpg "TINY BLUETTI Replaced My $1,700 PC Battery Backup [TESTED]
The BLUETTI Elite 100 Mini is the smallest, lightest portable power station Ive ever bench tested in it’s battery size class with 1,004Wh and a 700W inverter in a 24 pound, 9.5-inch package. I put the Elite 100 Mini up against my 600W triple-monitor 4K gaming workstation, and it handled a live grid disconnect without dropping a frame.
Measured results: 903Wh usable from a rated 1,004Wh battery (90% efficiency, above average), 700W AC turbo recharge, clean pure sine wave under an 800W load, hard shutdown at 900W, and 9% parasitic drain over 12 hours with the inverter idling.
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Chapters:
0:00 Tiniest, lightest weight 1 kWh power station Ive ever tested!
0:29 Unboxing & Specs of the Bluetti Elite 100 Mini
2:41 One of the biggest strengths of the Bluetti Elite 100 Mini – size & weight
4:32 AC Battery Capacity Test
5:24 Max AC recharge time test
6:21 Parasitic Drain Test
7:00 Heavy load testing
8:24 2nd biggest strength of the Bluetti Elite 100 Mini – UPS Testing
11:17 The best settings in the app to use
12:56 Heres who I think this power station is best for
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Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. There’s a Trick for That assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. There’s a Trick for That recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not There’s a Trick for That.")
