Propane versus gasoline generator
Do propane generators suffer from the same problems as gasoline ones, namely the dried up laquer problem in the carb and jets? Isn't it a no brainer to have a propane generator since then you share...
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With a toyhauler generator fuel of choice is a no-brainer, I have a 25 gallon genny tank dedicated to our Onan, and if I should need more I can pump from our 30+ gallon fuel station. We have not experienced any fuel supply/fouled carburetor issues whatsoever. We do basic yearly maintenance ourselves and use whatever ethanol-laced gas available, just add Stabil whenever we fill up and every so often we drop a can of Seafoam in the tank as well. For nearly a decade our Onan has always answered the call to duty purring to life with a simple press of a button.
For what your astronomy equipment draws we would utilize our battery bank and pure sinewave inverter. When RVing in good weather and moderate temps we barely use the Onan except for momentary operation of convection microwave, hair blow dryer and such high draw items. We have 100 watts of solar per battery and are fully charged by early afternoon when no AC/furnace use is required. Onans are overkill for most situations, particularly for battery charging duties. Having a properly-sized smart charging converter will significantly reduce runtime for this task.
For what your astronomy equipment draws we would utilize our battery bank and pure sinewave inverter. When RVing in good weather and moderate temps we barely use the Onan except for momentary operation of convection microwave, hair blow dryer and such high draw items. We have 100 watts of solar per battery and are fully charged by early afternoon when no AC/furnace use is required. Onans are overkill for most situations, particularly for battery charging duties. Having a properly-sized smart charging converter will significantly reduce runtime for this task.
