R-pod Owners Forum : Which generator is best for?? https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Which generator is best for?? Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:16:36 +0000 Thu, 21 Sep 2017 14:50:17 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=10683 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Which generator is best for?? : Get the Champion 3100/2800w generator.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99853#99853 Author: ricon
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Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 2:50pm

Get the Champion 3100/2800w generator. Cheap 3 years warranty and it runs ac even in Colorado]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 14:50:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99853#99853 Which generator is best for?? : Hey - great info and appreciate... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99808#99808 Author: vdog
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Posted: 20 Sep 2017 at 5:34pm

Hey - great info and appreciate the link...that combined with some of my research has helped tremendously!  Thanks!!!
Vdog
]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2017 17:34:21 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99808#99808 Which generator is best for?? : The downside to a single 3500... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99789#99789 Author: StephenH
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Posted: 19 Sep 2017 at 12:57pm

The downside to a single 3500 watt generator is weight.
The downside to dual generators in parallel is cost. A single Honda EU2000I costs significantly more than the Predator 3500. Amazon has the EU2000i for $999 plus free shipping. The companion is $1099 plus free shipping. The parallel cables are $49.00 for a total of $2147 plus whatever sales or use tax your state requires. The Predator sells for $699.99 plus tax in stores. It will be available online in November so shipping is unknown. Still, the $1447.01 difference makes finding a way to deal with the additional weight less of a problem.
]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2017 12:57:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99789#99789 Which generator is best for?? : We use dual Honda EU2000i generators... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99778#99778 Author: TheBum
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Posted: 19 Sep 2017 at 10:35am

We use dual Honda EU2000i generators in parallel, one of them a Companion model with a 30A outlet. We have an external 6-gallon tank, which will last a few days.

One advantage to going with two 2000W generators vs. one 3000W+ generator is weight: my wife can move the Hondas by herself, but she couldn't move even the Ryobi 2200 generators we used to have.]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2017 10:35:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99778#99778 Which generator is best for?? : I have a Generac iX2000. It will... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99753#99753 Author: StephenH
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Posted: 18 Sep 2017 at 7:19pm

I have a Generac iX2000. It will run the AC, but nothing else while doing so. You would be best served by a generator rated at 3000 watts. That will run the AC without problems and probably run the microwave also at the same time.

The biggest problem is the startup surge. You need a reserve capacity to handle the startup surge. Once it is running, the running wattage can be handled by a lower power, so an inverter generator with an eco mode that cuts the engine speed to save fuel is best. Plus the inverter generators are quieter than the old style generators.

I don't know how good they are but the initial reviews are positive about the Harbor Freight 3500 watt inverter generator. It would be adequate, and the price is pretty good. If I did not already have my iX2000, I would very strongly consider purchasing this one.
]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2017 19:19:40 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99753#99753 Which generator is best for?? : I have an R-Pod loaded with an... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10683&PID=99744#99744 Author: vdog
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Posted: 18 Sep 2017 at 4:25pm

I have an R-Pod loaded with an Atwood 13.5K AC unit...looking to buy a portable generator for dry camping needs...any ideas on the best brand and size necessary?

Thanks!!!!
Vdog
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