Predator 2000 Inverter Generator
Consumer Reports rates this model from Harbor Freight very close to the Honda 2000 for about half the price. I'm considering a generator because I figure we'll need to do more dry camping on our fo...
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If your converter has done a reasonable job of charging the batteries in the past, just use that. If not, buy a new "smart" converter.
If you are thinking about buying an inverter, now is the time. Pay the extra and get an inverter/charge/automatic transfer switch. Not hard to install. Remove the converter, leave the DC distribution panel in place. Wire the DC panel directly to the batteries. Wire your shore power cord to the inverter/charger/transfer switch AC input. Wire your trailers AC to the invert AC output.
Do NOT use the 12V output of any generator for battery charging. It will not work well.
If you are thinking about buying an inverter, now is the time. Pay the extra and get an inverter/charge/automatic transfer switch. Not hard to install. Remove the converter, leave the DC distribution panel in place. Wire the DC panel directly to the batteries. Wire your shore power cord to the inverter/charger/transfer switch AC input. Wire your trailers AC to the invert AC output.
Do NOT use the 12V output of any generator for battery charging. It will not work well.
