Onan Generator in 996 Arctic Fox...how to?
I have a 2010 Arctic Fox with the LP 2500 Onan Generator, and I thought today would be the day I'd do my first oil change! Couldn't find a lot of support online regarding this particular unit, so my...
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3 years is a long time for oil to stay in the engine, even if it is not run very much. Yes moisture could be a problem, as condensation in the engine will land in the oil.
I would go ahead and change it, probably only going to be about 2 quarts of oil anyway. Problem seems to be reaching the oil drain point, and getting a funnel into that area to collect the oil. It might take a baking sheet pan, or something to get it out? That would be better than removing the entire generator - at least part way to get below the oil drain.
I would be putting in synthetic oil, as it will be durable for the next 5 years, or 150 hours of run time. . It will be less likely to absorb moisture from letting it sit.
Good luck,
Fred.
I would go ahead and change it, probably only going to be about 2 quarts of oil anyway. Problem seems to be reaching the oil drain point, and getting a funnel into that area to collect the oil. It might take a baking sheet pan, or something to get it out? That would be better than removing the entire generator - at least part way to get below the oil drain.
I would be putting in synthetic oil, as it will be durable for the next 5 years, or 150 hours of run time. . It will be less likely to absorb moisture from letting it sit.
Good luck,
Fred.
