Generator pros and cons
Over the years I've had two generators and they both served me well. The first was a 2kW Honda portable. It was super quiet, always started easily, a nice addition to our first fifthwheel and also ...
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2oldman wrote:PNW_Steve wrote:Very nice. You can cut that battery weight by about 2/3 with Lithium. Of course your wallet will also get considerably lighter.
I am in the process of installing 1800 watts of solar and 660lbs of batteries ....
Don't forget about the necessary BMS with lithium.
My pockets are not that deep and I don't own enough fire extinguishers to consider lithium.
FLA is still the best "bang for the buck".
Weight is not an issue on this project. A difference of 400lbs is not going to make a difference.
My point was that even with significant solar you will still find times that you need a generator.
