tpi wrote:
I've gone the minimalist approach on mine and so far it works for me. I use a 300 watt Samlex pure sine inverter, 300 amp hours of Lifeline AGM batteries, and 200 watt solar installation. No matter what size you decide on, I've had good service from all the Samlex inverters I've owned..large and small.
I use this for coffee in the morning (without hookups) and clean up is a cinch:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0047W70GY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
On my camping schedule I'm not in a rush so conventional oven works fine for me.
I'll fire up generator for the few times I need to vacuum the interior, use microwave (generally in a rest area), or run the roof air. The generator needs exercise anyway and that is one of the ways I get it in. Like you I don't like running it, and do most trips without it.
I like the sounds of your approach, it keeps things simple, which I like. I'm usually not in a rush when I'm out and about in my RV. I especially like taking my mornings slow, with a good brew.
I have checked out the Samlex brand of inverters...
http://www.bestconverter.com/Samlex-PST-UL-Series_c_204.html
...and they sound like a top performer.
I've really been spending a lot of time this am reading about those coffee drippers. I have an old plastic one I use once in a while, nothing special. I checked those out at Amazon and read the comment reviews. Oh man, thos reviewers really get in to their brew drips!
I take a similar aproach with my genny, run it as I absolutely need it, and for the sake of running it to keep it in running order. After I make a decision on the inverter install, I would like to explore solar power. I think I would really like the solar angle of options but just not experienced enough to delve into it.
