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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laknox wrote:
My thoughts, for what they're worth...
1. I totally agree with the poster that called the Onans "Neanderthals". They =are=, and it still baffles me why they haven't started making inverter-type generators OR that Honda, Yamaha, Champion, etc. haven't started making Onan-style gen-packs.
2. I'd prefer gas over LP as we typically camp well over 5,000', usually around 7,000', and LP just poops out, BUT I do understand the overall convenience of LP. I don't have an issue with storing gas as Sta-Bil is my friend.
3. Not sure if the Onans have a remote start fob, but that would be useful for starting the genny and A/C before stopping to get the rig cooled down for the fur kids. With the slides in and both A/Cs running, bet it'd cool down PDQ.
4. Personally, I'd still favor a mounted portable on a rear rack.
Lyle
Prior to getting my current rig I had a mounted portable genset on a custom welded platform. It was a very nice set up. That old set up was almost as nice my current built in set up.
However I still had to deal with cas gans, I had to physically plug RV into unit.
it was electric start, but no key fob.
It was a fantastic set up in many ways. However it was not powerful enough to run both AC's. Most portables cannot power 2 AC units. Those large portables that can power to AC's are very heavy.AT some point their weight impacts the convenience factor
