New generator for new rv. Recommendations

pitch,

To run a single AC unit without a generator, from solar, it makes sense to go to 24 or even better a 48 volt battery bank.

Here is a list of what would be needed:

DC 48 to dc 12 volt converter

2000 watts of panels

8 100 amp-hour batteries split into two banks (SiO2 if cold) or LI if it is warm)

48 volt to 120 volt ac hybrid inverter/charger with load support.

two 80 amp charge MPPT controllers

A remote start 3400 watt inverter generator for back up.

I'm sure I missed some items.

If I were doing it, I'd keep all the technology from one company such as Victron or Outback. That ought to minimize the problems of "play well together".

I find it odd that the cheapest part is the solar panels.

While it could be done, it would take a heck of a long time for payback.

time2roll wrote:

pitch wrote:

Lwiddis wrote:
Your first thought was "generator?" Solar is quiet, easy, inexpensive.

"biggest decision regarding generator is how quite do you want yours to be"

Particularly if you camp next to me. My solar system isn't making ANY noise to bother YOU.

Do you run your air conditioner on your solar? How many watts do you have and what was the cost?

If I need A/C I am looking for utility power. I would rather sweat it out than run a generator 24/7.

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ronharmless wrote:

CharlesinGA wrote:

bid_time wrote:
In my opinion, the best buy for the buck Clicky
YOMV

Great way to Pi$$ off anyone within a quarter mile of you, and you will grow tired of hearing it too. No open frame generators for RV'ers, be a good neighbor, get an inverter unit.

Charles

"Champion 4000-Watt RV Ready DH Series Open Frame Inverter with Quiet Technology"
You must of been having a bad day and skipped right over that word "inverter"

The "inverter" doesn't make the unit quieter. You must have skipped over "open frame".

CharlesinGA wrote:

bid_time wrote:
In my opinion, the best buy for the buck Clicky
YOMV

Great way to Pi$$ off anyone within a quarter mile of you, and you will grow tired of hearing it too. No open frame generators for RV'ers, be a good neighbor, get an inverter unit.

Charles

"Champion 4000-Watt RV Ready DH Series Open Frame Inverter with Quiet Technology"
You must of been having a bad day and skipped right over that word "inverter"

pitch wrote:

Lwiddis wrote:
Your first thought was "generator?" Solar is quiet, easy, inexpensive.

"biggest decision regarding generator is how quite do you want yours to be"

Particularly if you camp next to me. My solar system isn't making ANY noise to bother YOU.

Do you run your air conditioner on your solar? How many watts do you have and what was the cost?

If I need A/C I am looking for utility power. I would rather sweat it out than run a generator 24/7.

JalynRohan wrote:



I am looking for a new RV. I already have a Champion 3400 generator. Does it capable to run my electric equipment on my RV?

An excellent choice and will everything in a 30 amp service RV. Combine it with a decent battery bank, and a hybrid load support inverter charger and it would run pretty much everything in a 50 amp service RV.

Lwiddis wrote:
Your first thought was "generator?" Solar is quiet, easy, inexpensive.

"biggest decision regarding generator is how quite do you want yours to be"

Particularly if you camp next to me. My solar system isn't making ANY noise to bother YOU.

Do you run your air conditioner on your solar? How many watts do you have and what was the cost?

my 2000 watt Champion inverter does everything I need.

SpecialOne wrote:
Hey there!
I've bought an RV last week, it's my first RV ever, so I'm really excited :)
Currently, I'm choosing a generator for my new RV from this list. I think about the Honda generator and I'm open to your advice!
Thanks.

That's maybe helpful

wanderingaimlessly wrote:
2000 watt units will generally run your converter to charge batteries, a larger unit is usually required to operate an AC or more than one larger appliance at a time. (larger being microwave, coffee maker, hair drier, etc) 3000-3500 watt units are common among folks who want to run an AC from the generator frequently.
are much quieter than construction types, but with the lower noise comes a higher cost.
Brands by preference
Honda, Yamaha, Champion, Firman, at this point the second tier takes over with most being Chinese manufacture, most are functional clones of existing Honda or Yamaha designed engines. Predator, Ryobi, Lifan etc fall into this group. Service on these models can difficult to find, but parts for the engines are available through the importers.

I am looking for a new RV. I already have a Champion 3400 generator. Does it capable to run my electric equipment on my RV?