Let's talk generators - again.
I'm still doing research on a generator for my 5er. First off, "the boss" has decided that SHE does not want a portable unit, for the sole purpose of being able to run the air conditioner(s) in th...
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DutchmenSport wrote:
Your experience is greatly appreciated.
Onan 5500 LP; dealer installed at purchase on "Generator Ready" 5th wheel.
2 each 40 pound LP tanks as standard OEM on the 5ver with OEM plumbing to genset.
We do not dry-camp or boondock. On occasion we pull over (rest-stop) for a break, but all else is full hook-ups. We have zero intention for the smoke-sniffing side of RVing, so the generator is for pure convenience. I have on occasion brought a 2000w Yamaha and extra gasoline as a "just-in-case" type of mentality, but never once used it.
The longest we have ever run the Onan is 2-3 hours while performing RV maintenance at the storage facility. We rarely use the gas range, our reefer is residential, and the water heater is a propane sipping Truma, so twin 40lb tanks gives us a good practical supply. I have zero problem lifting them while knocking on Septuagenarian age.
As Cummins mentioned, the push button convenience is...convenient.
Also, LP gensets do not foul fuel systems or oil like gasoline models, for whatever type (portable or installed) you decide.
