laknox wrote:
Blanco1 wrote:
I really think I prefer the Geni for boon docking & such?
How many of you have found you don't need a Geni & please explain why its not needed?
Because at this I'm thinking its a factory option must?
I've tossed this around in my head for a long time. Given that I'm stuck with my current truck, which is payload-limited, and even though we do the majority of our camping off-grid, I'd much rather have an outboard genny than a built-in. You lose the 300+ lbs' payload capacity and why schlep it around if you're going to a full-hookup CG, if you don't need to? I'd rather either have a rear-mount cargo rack or carry it in my truck bed, with the cargo rack being my preference. It's not like you can't get a nice genny with wireless remote start, so there's not a huge benefit for an on-board genny, IMO. Also, the Onan-style gensets are not inverter-style so use =much= more fuel than does an inverter-gen.
Lyle
Weight is not the factor. I maintain its all about convenience.
The dry weight of an Onan 5500=288# vs. a Honda 3000 which is 144#.
With the Honda you need to add the weight of gas can and gasoline, locks cables and any other accessories.
The net difference is 100# which is negligible.
There is no schlepping around a built in genset. You never touch it.
You don't schlep it around anymore than you schlep around the sofa, fridge or dresser.
With the portable you have to load and unload. You may not use it in a rest area for lunch because you have to get it out and set it up. Or worse you may not have even brought it because you are heading to a FHU CG.
With a built in there is push button convenience. You can use it anywhere at anytime. You don't have to plan to use it.
You can use it for just a few minutes if necessary.
Yes the built in cost considerably more which I understand can be a deal breaker. Nevertheless it's all about push button convenience when it come to built in gensets.
