running generator while towing
Hi all, haven't been here for a while, but know one of you can answer my question. Just acquired a 20' tag along with a fridge that only works with 115/120 volts. So, will it hurt the tv or the tag al...
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Tarheel Traveler wrote:
Good suggestions all. Thought there would be no problems but wanted some good feedback. All of our trips will probably be long ones 500 miles or more. Planning this fall a trip from Tx to the northeast. Last trip was to Ft. Davis, TX (bout 1,000 miles). took 2 days with a stop for the night at RV park). Did not open the fridge during the day but when we got there food in fridge was warm. Plan on mounting the gen on the rear bumper. It now has a tire and rack there. Should not be much weight difference. you guys/gals always come thru. Thanks to all.
Tarheel Traveler
What kind of a fridge do you have? If it's a dual-fuel gas/electric fridge, it's not going to cool noticeably better on the road using electricity than using propane (unless there's something wrong with the gas side of the setup). If it works fine when stationary, check the condensation drip tubing for good condition and proper routing/traps...probably among other possible problems.
Edit: I guess I missed or forgot your initial post which says the fridge only works on 120V power. Is that because it's a 120V household compressor fridge, or because it's an RV fridge where the LP side of things isn't working for some reason? If the latter, figuring out the LP setup might be a preferable solution.
