Small Generator choice for 5W
Very rarely do we camp without at least a 30A electrical hookup, so my Crusader has only a single battery. We are planning a trip through Utah/AZ/NM and I feel like there may be times where boondoc...
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RRinNFla wrote:
I understand that a second battery would give me more time off of the grid, but I may find a BLM site that like well enough to spend 3 or 4 days. Eventually, I will have to recharge the battery, and I think it would take forever to recharge through the pigtail on my TV.
So, let me rephrase the question. I am going to purchase a generator. Probably 2000W or so. The question is gasoline, propane, or hybrid? Is a gasoline genny with a propane adapter, equal to a genny built for propane? If I decide on a gasoline generator, I would probably want a 4 cylcle engine. I am also concerned about weight. The Sportsmen 2000 weighs 54 lbs.
Since I am going to be traveling in the west, I will probably carry a few extra gallons of unleaded part ethanol fuel. I should also point out that I have a propane quick connect where my now unused grill used to be.
The Honda has a 4 cycle engine, but costs almost a thousand dollars. I know there are some folks on this forum with deep pockets, but I am not one of them.
Again, for a fifth wheel, propane or gasoline?
Costco is running a special on Champion 3200w peak/2800w continuous inverter-generators for $700. Just a wee bit louder than the Honda for less than half the price. Were I in the market, I'd be down there buying one, myself. Not sure about all the bells 'n whistles, but it's worth a look. Even cheaper than the Honda 1000! Spend the money you'll save on the Champion on 2 6v golf cart batteries, < $200, and you'll easily have 3-4 days' (with care) power. I can boondock from Wed-Sun with this setup, though I also have a 45w solar kit from Harbor Freight. On sale, that can be bought for about $150.
Lyle
