Question Newb with a generator question

[d23haynes57]

Thanks for all the replies!! I didn’t realize these Oman’s were so loved/hated…just thought they were kind of the standard. I have run into the pricing issue…EVERYTHING for this generator is so expensive!

Perhaps there is a way to pull it, invest 1/3 of the money into an inverter with the same power and wire it to run on the indoor switch and fuel tank gas?

An inverter does not make power. You will be limited by your battery bank. In a class C you are probably very limited to battery capacity. Except when connected to campground power you are somewhat dependent on a generator. You either fix or replace that one or you carry a portable and gas cans. Having a good battery and inverter/charger system will help reduce or eliminate the genny for short or small power needs such as watching TV or making microwave popcorn. For the most part these are "starter rigs" with limited features and capabilities. At some point you need to decide if this is going to be a long term keeper, how you really plan or want to use it, and what upgrades you want and are willing to invest in.
As for the love hate for the Onan, yes we all hate the cost from purchase and repairs. When taken care of and running well the trick is to use them often.

Dennis

 

[Holdmybeer]

An inverter does not make power. You will be limited by your battery bank. In a class C you are probably very limited to battery capacity. Except when connected to campground power you are somewhat dependent on a generator. You either fix or replace that one or you carry a portable and gas cans. Having a good battery and inverter/charger system will help reduce or eliminate the genny for short or small power needs such as watching TV or making microwave popcorn. For the most part these are "starter rigs" with limited features and capabilities. At some point you need to decide if this is going to be a long term keeper, how you really plan or want to use it, and what upgrades you want and are willing to invest in.
As for the love hate for the Onan, yes we all hate the cost from purchase and repairs. When taken care of and running well the trick is to use them often.

Dennis

You’re right about usage, I read they need to be run under load at least 2 hrs. per month

 

[d23haynes57]

You’re right about usage, I read they need to be run under load at least 2 hrs. per month

1/2 hour to an hour with some load will get the gas changed in the carb and warm things up enough. I run it when I take the rig out every 4 to 6 weeks If not using it.