let's talk generators
I've got another thread going concerning solar power. Many of you are proponents of generators. Our unit is also wired for one. Can a Honda gen fit into our compartment? No offense out there, I st...
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Do you want to run your microwave?
Do you want to run your airconditioner?
I thought so.
A 1000 watt generator is cute...
... but it won't run your microwave
And when it's hot outside the AC won't run on a 1000 watts
Most boondocking truck camper owners run one or the other... shut the AC off long enough to nuc the Lean Cusine.... then kick the AC back on.
So, determine how much power you need for each... and get a generator that will run one at a time.
remember that AC's need a starting surge that requires more than what you need to keep it running.
You are smart to ask... you'll be smarter if you question the advice you get.
Again good luck...
Do you want to run your airconditioner?
I thought so.
A 1000 watt generator is cute...
... but it won't run your microwave
And when it's hot outside the AC won't run on a 1000 watts
Most boondocking truck camper owners run one or the other... shut the AC off long enough to nuc the Lean Cusine.... then kick the AC back on.
So, determine how much power you need for each... and get a generator that will run one at a time.
remember that AC's need a starting surge that requires more than what you need to keep it running.
You are smart to ask... you'll be smarter if you question the advice you get.
Again good luck...
