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TenOC
Nomad
Aug 27, 2020

Onan Marquis Gold 5500 LP generator - Reviews ????

I am thinking about buying a used fifth wheel that is equipped with an Onan Marquis Gold 5500 LP generator that has ran for about 200 hours. I know nothing about propane generators and have spent the last day searching the Internet for advantages of propane over gasoline engines. I have even been able to find a few reviews on this generator. At least one of the reviews I felt was by a salesman that was motivated to sell the generator.

I would welcome some comments from any of you that have actually use this generator on your RV.
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  • Turtle_n_Peeps's avatar
    Turtle_n_Peeps
    Explorer
    Aug 27, 2020
    Another down side of propane is it has a lot less energy than gasoline so you will use a lot more fuel for the same amount of run time.
  • lampooner's avatar
    lampooner
    Explorer
    Aug 27, 2020
    Since you probably have propane on 5th wheel this is a no brainer.
    Onan is top of the line. 200 hours on an Onan should e no problem assuming they demo it starting and running for awhile.
  • jdc1's avatar
    jdc1
    Explorer II
    Aug 27, 2020
    Propane +
    No gas residue to clog carb jets.
    Less pollution.
    One less fuel to carry.
    Cost is less than gasoline.
    Less maintenance.

    Propane -
    Restricted purchase areas.
    Can't refill yourself.
    Decreased output (10% less amperage)

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