Running engine when stopped
Class B without a generator. If I leave the vehicle engine running until we go to bed will this do any harm? My thinking is that this will maintain battery power for overnight. I realize it will consu...
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TerriRa wrote:
I am a bit confused about some of the replies here because I am currently planning to buy a new Roadtrek with the E-trek package. From my understanding, that means that the generator actually runs off of the engine. So in that case, I assume the unit is *designed* to allow the engine to be run while sitting still, correct?
There has been a lot of discussion on this topic, especially the idling of the etrek or any other newer Sprinter more than an hour or two, regardless of hazard.
I don't think running a van while inside sleeping is a good idea, but I would say the same for running the generator, as both could put CO into the van if there is a leak. Many folks do run the generator all night and are still alive, but there is a risk involved IMO. If not sleeping not as big a deal.
