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Explorer

Jun 09, 2016

Generator Usage in Parking Lots/Public Streets

I am new to RVing in my own RV and we will be going on our first big trip this summer. This is sort of a question about pets but I am generally wanting to know if anyone has run into issues with running their generator in Parking Lots (stores, museums, restaurants, etc) for their pets or a couple people who stayed behind. Are their laws in some places about this or general unsaid rules to follow. Our generator is not that loud and I will only use it when we have to but curious of any opinions on the subject.

Thanks

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mgirardo
Explorer
Jun 09, 2016
Noise ordinances vary from city to city and county to county. What may be acceptable in one city, may not be acceptable in another.

Personally, I wouldn't do it on a street. I'd have no concern in a parking lot, but not on the street unless the street was away from businesses and/or homes.

-Michael
ReisenMobel37
Explorer
Jun 09, 2016
Sorry, it is a 2005 Sunseeker by Forest River 3100S with a Onan 4000 built in. By not that loud I mean no louder than any other built in i have heard before. May be loud for a library parking lot but not for a busy city street.
gbopp
Explorer
Jun 09, 2016
What RV and what generator?
A built in generator is better than a contractor type generator sitting on the ground next to the RV.
What do you mean by 'not that loud?'