Generators - Gas, Diesel or Propane, Best makes models?
Good Morning All!
At a recent weekend campout, the entire campground lost power for some reason.
Not a hardship as it was mid Sunday morning and we were preparing to leave anyway.
However, if it were any other time it could be a hardship.
My AC Voltage needs are minimal as the propane provides for heat and cooking.
However, Air Conditioning in Florida is a must, especially with the dogs.
So, as a minimum I probably need a 2KW generator.
I have a diesel truck so there is a ready supply if I want to siphon, or have a can for dual usage for the vehicle or generator.
Recently at TSC I saw a propane fueled generator and that seemed like a great idea since I already have 2 20 lb tanks and could always replace them with 2 30 lb tanks.
I have also seen conversion kits that would allow me to use gasoline, diesel or propane for a generator. Would something like this be better?
Another factor is being able to move it around conveniently.
The only available storage would be the back of the bed of the pickup
truck tow vehicle, so it has to be light enough for me to lift it in and out of the truck.
So . . . basic questions . . . fuel type pros/cons, make/model pros/cons and KW capacity considerations.
Thanks.
Regards,
Steve.
At a recent weekend campout, the entire campground lost power for some reason.
Not a hardship as it was mid Sunday morning and we were preparing to leave anyway.
However, if it were any other time it could be a hardship.
My AC Voltage needs are minimal as the propane provides for heat and cooking.
However, Air Conditioning in Florida is a must, especially with the dogs.
So, as a minimum I probably need a 2KW generator.
I have a diesel truck so there is a ready supply if I want to siphon, or have a can for dual usage for the vehicle or generator.
Recently at TSC I saw a propane fueled generator and that seemed like a great idea since I already have 2 20 lb tanks and could always replace them with 2 30 lb tanks.
I have also seen conversion kits that would allow me to use gasoline, diesel or propane for a generator. Would something like this be better?
Another factor is being able to move it around conveniently.
The only available storage would be the back of the bed of the pickup
truck tow vehicle, so it has to be light enough for me to lift it in and out of the truck.
So . . . basic questions . . . fuel type pros/cons, make/model pros/cons and KW capacity considerations.
Thanks.
Regards,
Steve.
