Generator vs Battery/Inverter/Solar
We have just purchased our first truck camper - a used 2007 Lance 845 and have a couple questions that I hope you can help us out with. The camper is still at the dealer and we're considering having a...
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If the funds allow, go with a built in generator, (propane 2500 watt), get the solar also. We had our Solar Panels installed at AM Solar in Oregon. 320 watt system.
The only time we really use the generator is if we by some chance need the microwave, but the DW uses it for the hair dryer. Have run the AC a couple of times when it was really hot using the generator. Other than that, we have 150 watt inverter that runs all other stuff, if needed. i.e. TV, XM Sirrus radio, etc.
The best bang for the buck is getting the batteries. I installed 2 Trojan wet 6 volt batteries. The are the best, IMHO.
Good luck, its only money:W
The only time we really use the generator is if we by some chance need the microwave, but the DW uses it for the hair dryer. Have run the AC a couple of times when it was really hot using the generator. Other than that, we have 150 watt inverter that runs all other stuff, if needed. i.e. TV, XM Sirrus radio, etc.
The best bang for the buck is getting the batteries. I installed 2 Trojan wet 6 volt batteries. The are the best, IMHO.
Good luck, its only money:W
