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Danpaine
Explorer
Nov 10, 2014

Proper portable generator to run a Jayco X17Z?

Hi, Folks. We have a 2014 Jayco X17Z, and it does not have a generator on-board. I'm looking for an appropriate portable generator to simply run the heater, lights and fridge in the event we lose p...
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ScottG
Nomad
Nov 10, 2014
Yes, 2k will do a fine job as long as you don't try to run a space heater or air conditioning. You'll want to limit big loads (like a microwave) to one at a time but otherwise it will work fine.

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