2 or 4 6V batteries.
Getting ready to get new batteries for my 5th wheel. We do mostly dry camping but mix in CG's with elec/water off and on thru the season. Most of our dry camping is in the 3-6 night range, with most j...
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I really suggest estimating your amp-hr usage before suggesting a number of batteries. If you currently get 3-6 days out of 2 batteries and don't plan to increase usage, not much point in getting more batteries.
Assuming you already have the generator and you get 3-6days out of 2 batteries, you will go a very long time burning maybe a gallon per week to use the generator. There is a little bit of a hassle getting fuel and remembering to charge but cost wise, the extra batteries will never pay for themselves.
As suggested, for the cost of the extra batteries, you can probably get a small portable solar setup that will handle basic loads (lights, water pump, maybe a little TV) allowing you to easily go a week or more (maybe indefinitely).
Assuming you already have the generator and you get 3-6days out of 2 batteries, you will go a very long time burning maybe a gallon per week to use the generator. There is a little bit of a hassle getting fuel and remembering to charge but cost wise, the extra batteries will never pay for themselves.
As suggested, for the cost of the extra batteries, you can probably get a small portable solar setup that will handle basic loads (lights, water pump, maybe a little TV) allowing you to easily go a week or more (maybe indefinitely).
