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fgeorge2244

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Hello.  I checked through the forums about generators but haven't really found some of the answers I was trying to find yet.  Any recommendations welcome here.  Thanks friends. 
1.  Are there generators that have a 30 amp plug outlet for my TTrailor power cable?  or can I use the adaptor safely that converts the 30 amp plug to standart household outlet plug type?

2.  I'd like to get a small, quiet generator that will run my ac and furnace + appliances in my 26 ft TTrailor.  What size would I need?  I've heard good things about the honda's.

As always thanks for the help...
 
I have used the coleman powermate 2500 with good luck.  It will run the ac or coffee pot, but not both at once.  And it is super quiet.  I don't know about the quality, but mine has been working for 3 years now.
 
  I have a Honda 3000iS as small backup genny for household use or to use for additional power when tailgating. I think I could manage your TT. I really have enjoyed it. (I have a class A RV so I really have not tried to power a TT with it so take my info with a grain of salt.
 
I appreciate your comments guys.  The wife and I looked at a generator tonight.  But it did not have the 30 amp plug in and was a 2000w model made by champion.  So we are still looking.
 
Many generators, especially the cheap contractor models, just have standard 15 or 20 amp outlets. You can't actually get 30A to one power cord, as you would need for the trailer. You need a generator that has a single 30A, 120v (not 240v) outlet available. Typically those will be a twist lock type and you will need an adapter for your RV 30A plug.

Take a look at the Onan Generator Handbook. Lots of useful info there and it is general info that applies to any generator.
http://www.cumminsonan.com/www/pdf/rv/f-1123.pdf
 
30A x 120V=3600 Watts so you will not find a 30A receptacle on anything smaller. Realistically, a generator under 4500 watts peak rating is going to complain when asked to produce that much power.
 
Great Information.  I appreciate it.  Well, I'm going to start searching for the most quiet 4,500w generator I can find. 
 
A Yamaha EF4500iSE is very quiet and would meet your needs.  I use two Yamaha EF2000iS hooked in series.  I am really happy with them.  When I am not using the microwave or the A/C, one unit will run happily in economy mode.  Weight is a big deal for me.  I can easily load the generators in the truck by my self.  The 4500 would be a different story.  It weighs about 200 lbs.  If you are a little more careful of your power usage the EF3000iSEB would be a good choice.  I looked at it very seriously before I decided to go with two smaller units.
 
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