Too big
Is there such thing as having too big of a generator? yes I know about all the portability problems but I like the "better safe than sorry" way. And I want to power my whole TT frig A/C (2) not not worry about anything.
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- Over 1500 nights traveling dry camping here & there for one reason or another & only on maybe a couple of occasions has it been so hot that 2 gennys combined would have been nice to have to run the A/C.
- As far a generators go, the beefier the better. If you can plug into a construction job site style generator, or a home style full house generator, there's no reason why you couldn't.
As stated above, you're only limited by what you can afford. Nothing wrong with beefier (and noisier). - usually big means LOUD!
if you'll be in a campground, get the biggest inverter generator you can. many feel a pair of inverter generators paralleled, is the way to go. 4000w or more and they're lighter to carry. - The electrical power supplied by a large generator is the same as supplied by a small one, only more of it. The only problems with a larger genny are size, weight, fuel consumption and cost. If that is what you want and can live with the problems, go for it.
- I always like plenty of capacity. In the DP we have a 7.5KW Onan, takes care of whatever we want. For the TT, I'm still trying to decide. I have three Honda 2000s, but carrying a pair of them around doesn't appeal to me, but it might be what I wind up doing.
Bigger generators mean
More weight - who is going to help you lift it all of the time? Is weight an issue in your truck?
Larger fuel tanks that burn fuel quicker - more to buy and haul
Takes up more room
Costs a lot more - I think a Honda 6000 is a little over $4,500
More expensive to repair
What else?
Bill
