LP vs Gas vs Diesel Generator
The coach I'm looking at has an LP onan generator. I've always owned gas and diesel gensets. Which leads me to my question. What are the pro's and con's of each fuel type?
Forum Discussion
Pros of propane generator:
Light weight when compared with diesel
Inexpensive when compared with diesel
No carburetor varnishing as in gasoline generators.
Cons of propane generators:
Use more fuel than diesel or gasoline (lower BTU per gallon)
Hours run per fill-up may be low-- depends on tank capacity
Now, my opinion: If you use your generator occasionally, propane is a fine choice. If you run your generator 24/7, a poor choice.
We are on our second coach with propane generator and it fits our needs just fine.
Light weight when compared with diesel
Inexpensive when compared with diesel
No carburetor varnishing as in gasoline generators.
Cons of propane generators:
Use more fuel than diesel or gasoline (lower BTU per gallon)
Hours run per fill-up may be low-- depends on tank capacity
Now, my opinion: If you use your generator occasionally, propane is a fine choice. If you run your generator 24/7, a poor choice.
We are on our second coach with propane generator and it fits our needs just fine.
