Rookie Rver :C here! The best suggestion I'd give you is to try it before you actually take of on your trip. Try it at least a couple of times with the intent to get a feel for what you can do and what will drain your power. Every rig is different, and everyone does not use the amount of power. What works for the other may not necessarily work for you. It took me a few times but I am comfortable when using own power and not plugged in anywhere. So many things to take into consideration that include furnace use, water pump, lights, tv, laptops,kind of batteries you have, etc. If at all possible dry camp in your backyard or driveway first, or close to home. Only you can get a feel for your rig.