Generator use while driving
I use our generator on our new MH while driving to run the overhead air. If the air isn't needed, do those who have a residential fridge still run their generator to keep your house batteries up? We h...
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okgc wrote:
For us running the roof AC units on warm days going down the road is a great way to get some hours on the generator. Reading on these forums it appears the owners with the most generator problems are the owners who don't USE their generators.
A MH generator is too expensive & heavy to just carry around the USA and not use.
Also, The area around our sticks home has a reputation for extended power outages and I want out MH generator to be ready to go in those cases.
I have to agree with this post...and we are one of those guilty of not putting enough hours on the genny. We are full timers but dry camp a fair amount over the year. We run the genny a little during high current use or if we have extended overcast days and the solar output is low. But it's not enough to rack up the hours over a year. Running the genny on the road to keep the coach cool via the house AC's is a great idea. Now if I just practiced what I preach a bit. :).
