Replace old Onan 5000 with box store portable
I have a 1996 Fleetwood Southwind with a non-functioning Onan 5000. It has a fuses B winding, and a burnt up voltage regulator. I know this because, luckily, Inlive with 5 miles of an Cummins/Onan d...
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I agree with having the current ONAN repaired. $1800 does not seem like a bad price.
If you buy a portable you will save a little money but, you will not have the convenience of a built in generator.
But, if you will not use it often a portable may serve the purpose. Depending on where you are boondocking or using the generator, you may want to consider an Inverter type generator. They are generally quieter than an open frame generator.
I also have a 96 Southwind with the ONAN 5000. It's nice to be able to run the generator while driving. And, it can be started from the drivers seat.
If you buy a portable you will save a little money but, you will not have the convenience of a built in generator.
But, if you will not use it often a portable may serve the purpose. Depending on where you are boondocking or using the generator, you may want to consider an Inverter type generator. They are generally quieter than an open frame generator.
I also have a 96 Southwind with the ONAN 5000. It's nice to be able to run the generator while driving. And, it can be started from the drivers seat.
