Wondering if anyone has ever had a second generator start switch installed. Seems like it would be easier to have a switch in the cockpit area and even one outside the coach (other than the one on the generator itself). Is this something that could be done? It seems DW has issues getting the genny started when were on the road, my only starting switch is mid-coach.

Depends on what generator you have ?Describe it or brand name & mdel ?

Our 96 Southwind has a generator switch on the dashboard in addition to the one on the generator. I don't think it would be a problem adding a switch in the cockpit area. Hopefully an electrician or someone familiar with generator wiring will have a better answer.

Does anybody make a wireless remote starting system for generators? My only switch is on the dash and when boon docking I often go to bed and watch TV with the generator running. Before I fall asleep I have to go walk up front to turn it off. Would be nice to have a wireless remote switch so it can be turned on and off from anyplace.

I should have Googled before asking. Yes they do make wireless remote switches for generators. You attach the receiver end to the generator and then you have a remote switch that can operate from up to 100' away. Lots of different types out there depending on the generator you have. May be a lot easier than trying to run wires for a new switch.

Some controls require the circuit closed to run, open to stop, when doing multiple locations, a simple latching relay works nice, hit it,it turns on or off depending where is was.Some Onan make contact to start, then make different contact to stop.ie 1&3 start, 1&2 stop, so why the question, what ya got ?

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mci7
Explorer
Aug 19, 2014
Depends on what generator you have ?
Describe it or brand name & mdel ?
gbopp
Explorer
Aug 19, 2014
Our 96 Southwind has a generator switch on the dashboard in addition to the one on the generator.
I don't think it would be a problem adding a switch in the cockpit area.
Hopefully an electrician or someone familiar with generator wiring will have a better answer.
msmith1199
Explorer II
Aug 19, 2014
Does anybody make a wireless remote starting system for generators? My only switch is on the dash and when boon docking I often go to bed and watch TV with the generator running. Before I fall asleep I have to go walk up front to turn it off. Would be nice to have a wireless remote switch so it can be turned on and off from anyplace.
msmith1199
Explorer II
Aug 19, 2014
I should have Googled before asking. Yes they do make wireless remote switches for generators. You attach the receiver end to the generator and then you have a remote switch that can operate from up to 100' away. Lots of different types out there depending on the generator you have. May be a lot easier than trying to run wires for a new switch.
mci7
Explorer
Aug 20, 2014
Some controls require the circuit closed to run, open to stop, when doing multiple locations, a simple latching relay works nice, hit it,it turns on or off depending where is was.
Some Onan make contact to start, then make different contact to stop.
ie 1&3 start, 1&2 stop, so why the question, what ya got ?
robatthelake
Explorer
Aug 20, 2014
I installed a wired remote in the Bedroom .just ran some four conductor wire through the cupboards!

Then I discovered that there are inexpensive wireless remote controlled relays available on eBay!

Advantage to wired it is always I the same place!

Wireless works from many different locations!
Passin_Thru
Explorer
Aug 20, 2014
Still don't have the brand. Just buy a remote starter kit from Ebay and wire it into the existing wires making sure you use heat shrink and solder the splices. you can buy splices from mouser.com solder shield and tubing. You slide it over the wire and heat shrink it on melting the solder inside as you do.
RognBon
Explorer
Aug 20, 2014
Our '97 Dynasty has a genny switch on the dash, on the remote panel above the passenger seat, above the driver's side nightstand in the bedroom and on the genny itself. So, yes, it can be done. Of course, these were all factory installed, but it should be possible to add a switch wherever you want.
mpierce
Explorer
Aug 20, 2014
My Bluebird has three, one on headliner above the dash, one in kitchen, and one in the rear bedroom. So, it is possible. Wireless sounds good. One more remote!
doc_brown
Explorer
Aug 20, 2014
msmith1199 wrote:
Does anybody make a wireless remote starting system for generators? My only switch is on the dash and when boon docking I often go to bed and watch TV with the generator running. Before I fall asleep I have to go walk up front to turn it off. Would be nice to have a wireless remote switch so it can be turned on and off from anyplace.

Yes, Onan does. I installed the wireless unit and keep the control module on my dash. There is also a hardwire unit, but the wireless gives you great flexibility. It took about 30 minutes to install if you are pretty handy.