LaunchnRetrieve wrote:
Some great ideas. Now I'm torn between 2 2000's, or 1 1000, or a 3000.
Yes, I am most likely going to use hook up to power AC. I feel better about leaving the gen in the truck, but only if I get a cover to keep it out of sight, otherwise I would expect it to disappear within minutes of parking.
personally we went with a pair of 2000's over the 3,00
1) cost is virtually the same
2) I can lift a 2000
3) only need one most of the time
4) slightly more total power
3,000 advantage is slightly quieter and electric start.
for me, the 1000 wasn't in the picture since it won't run my converter, it needs around 1200VA, 1000 costs almost as much as a 2000, but is enough lighter to make a difference when carrying it
What works for you is really dependent on what your needs and priorities are.
BTW since I added 240 watts of solar, the generators seldom get used. about the only time I need them is for the AC. I can run my microwave on the battery bank and inverter. Solar will keep me charged up longer than I can go w/o water & dump. I used the generator for powering tools in the backyard more than with the trailer this year.