Running a generator in inclement weather
I am buying a new Northern Lite camper next spring and will be using my Honda eu2000i generator for power, and I may even get a 2nd Honda if I need it. I've rarely used a generator before now, so ...
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I've always been in the "it's tough, let it fend for itself" camp but I hadn't considered the stealth benefits of a small tent. Theft is a much bigger concern than weather.
I ran my original pair of EU2000s at Burning Man for years, and the Black Rock Desert location is absolute murder on equipment. There's extremely corrosive dust blowing hard, there can be rain, plus I used them at home during storms.
When they were 12 years old they still worked great. The only reason I sold them at that point was the resale is so good I sold 'em for $1400 then ordered a brand new pair for $1800!!
They can take it for sure, I think keeping them locked down and hidden is the most important precaution.
I ran my original pair of EU2000s at Burning Man for years, and the Black Rock Desert location is absolute murder on equipment. There's extremely corrosive dust blowing hard, there can be rain, plus I used them at home during storms.
When they were 12 years old they still worked great. The only reason I sold them at that point was the resale is so good I sold 'em for $1400 then ordered a brand new pair for $1800!!
They can take it for sure, I think keeping them locked down and hidden is the most important precaution.
