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Re: Using RV generator as a backup generator for the house?
I already have the transfer switch in place, so back feeding the grid won't be a problem. I didn't realize that I could get a transformer to get to the 220 required for the well pump. Thanks for the good info! This is something I'm going to talk to my electrician about. I want to make sure I wire this up once, and properly. This forum is a great resource.482Views0likes0CommentsRe: Using RV generator as a backup generator for the house?
I did the extension cord thing during the last power outage (almost 4 days) but I figure since my panel is already wired for a genset, I should take advantage of it. Especially since I have an oil fired furnace and radiators, I should be able to run my whole house heater with very little draw. The circuits that are wired into my transfer panel other than the heater and well pump are my fridge, and my entertainment center. I think the genset I have should be able to run those few items without any difficulty. For me the big thing is the furnace. I was worried if we went another few days, I might run into a frozen plumbing situation since it was going down into the single digit temp range overnight. Luckily it was sunny during the day, and the temps in the house stayed in the low to mid 40's. I have stayed out in the rig during power outages before, but we have 3 Labrador Retrievers and 2 cats. With the slide in, that would be a bit tight for an extended stay... Thanks for all the quick replies! I think I'm going to rewire the transfer setup for 110 and just skip the well pump. It seems much cheaper and easier for sure, and will take care of 80% of my regular household needs.482Views0likes0CommentsUsing RV generator as a backup generator for the house?
So... I live in Pa and our weather here this winter has motivated me to finally do something about using the manual transfer switch that came wired into my house when I bought it. My question for the group is, is my Generac Quietpact 40g capable of 220 output? The biggest problem with using a portable generator during an extended power outage is th 5-8 gallons of gas they hold. You need te refuel several times a day... While my Super C has an 80 gallon tank : ) My transfer switch looks for 220 output to run my well pump. If the RV can't do it, I may upgrade the RV generator, or have the transfer switch rewired to eliminate the well pump and use 110. Am I crazy here, or has anyone else done this? My transfer switch only has 6 circuits, 2 of which are occupied by the well pump. I have meters on the switch so I can monitor, and be sure not to overload the genset. Thanks in advance for any advice!5.1KViews0likes14CommentsRe: What did you do to your Class C MH today???
Inatalled my TST tire pressure monitoring system, Cleaned and treated the rubber roof, washed the whole rig, and began polishing/sealing the exterior. We leave tomorrow evening (hopefully) on a 1300 mile trip to race at the SCCA National Championship. We will be boondocking at the track for 8 or 9 days. It's our longest trip to date and we can't wait!372Views0likes0CommentsRe: What did you do to your Class C MH today???
wrapped up the back up cam install today. Came out better than I expected. Monitor fit really well in headliner where sunglass pocket was. Wish I could angle it a little towards drivers seat, but that would require a complete headliner re design. Looks factoy now though. Will work on posting pics after this weekend. Need to take it out to the local state park for a test run: ) Cant wait to get the campfire started!379Views0likes0CommentsRe: What did you do to your Class C MH today???
Today I started installing my new voyager 3 camera back up system in My GS Ultra Super C. It's actually going much smoother than I expected. My unit was a repo, and all of the electronics were missing. I looked at it as an opportunity to upgrade to better than factory components. I had to run all new wiring for the rear camera, since whoever stole the original one cut all the wires. And since the side cameras were all new, I had to run all the wiring for them also. Got all that done and the cameras mounted. Also ran most of the wiring for the monitor, and tested the system to make sure evrything was working. Can't wait till tomorrow to mount the monitor and finish up the wiring!379Views0likes0CommentsRe: What did you do to your Class C MH today???
We took our 4 year old nephew on his first camping trip to Elk Neck state park in Md. Also,this was the 1st time we had water in the new to us unit. De-winterized fine, and everything worked great! Surprised how much water we used in just 2 days though. Also just got my Voyager 3 cam back up system and started eyeing up the install location. Looks like fun. ;)326Views0likes0Comments
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