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  1. JI

    1998 Winnebago Brave Generator Battery Charging Question

    Question I have is does the generator only supply power to and for the convertor to supply charging voltage to the batteries, or should the generator charge the batteries if my problem is convertor. The convertor charges the batteries when on shore power. At the batteries I am only seeing...
  2. Ex-Calif

    Running a Trailer Refrigerator from an Inverter While Towing

    I am outfitting my trailer and installing a 400w inverter to run tv and google tv when generator is not allowed. Would it be crazy to plug reefer into the inverter while underway? The truck will be providing 14v to the trailer for charging any way... We will be boondocking fir 6 days. While...
  3. RI

    Onan QG 4000 Cranks but Won’t Start

    Went to warm up generator for an oil change and won't start. Primed several times, engine turns over but won't start. Removed gas fuel line from carburetor, the fuel pump is pumping gas. Removed spark plug to check for spark, seems good. Removed air cleaner and gave it a quick shot of starting...
  4. SO

    Do I have enough power for boondocking?

    I'm adding400 watts solar to my 180 watts also replacing converter with 75 amp lithium capable converter. Also replacing agm batteries with 2 150 ah lithium. I'm hoping this setup will allow me enough power with biggest draw a residential fridge for boondocking. I have a small gen set for...
  5. MM

    Reducing Generator Charging Time for 400 Ah Lithium Bank

    2023 Isata 5 28SS 400 amp hrs of lithium When we are boondocking we will run our lithium battery’s down to 50% or so. Then we recharge the batteries with our 8kw generator. It takes about 3 hours to charge to 95%. Our solar is not helping (those being replaced soon). Why soo long, how to or...
    • mmw1124
    • Thread
    • battery charging boondocking generator inverter charger lithium batteries
    • Replies: 62
    • Forum: Dynamax
  6. PC

    Running two A/C units on 30 amps with EasyStarts

    I've wrote before that my Bogfoot has two A/C units but only 30 amp service. Manual says can run both off generator but only one at a time off shore power. Emailed with Micro-Air. They said with an Easy Start on each unit should be able to run both at the same time. Anyone doing this?
  7. RV-Writer

    Soft Start Worth It for 1998 RV Air Conditioners?

    Hey yall, I have the original AC’s on this rig. 1998 They work well but haaaard starting and thunks all the time. Especially on generator. Thinking about buying softstart at about 300.00 each x 2 Do/no do? Any idea where I find model numbers on my original ac’s? Ive looked in the plenums &...
  8. NO

    Generator box for Chevy bus chassis box truck conversion

    Hi my name is Tom and I own a 96 Chevy Penske truck super mover. It's built on a Chevy bus chassis with big block Chevy. I'm about 80ish percent done with my build with a little less than a year until I am an empty nester. I've lived in my build for the last 2 years. Just looking for some advise...
  9. BU

    Onan HDKAG 10k Generator AC Wiring and Broken Control Wires

    I am confused about the AC wiring on an onan open frame 10, hdkag gen with a double pole 45 amp breaker. The previous removed the wiring leaving only lugs where the wire was connected. Am attempting to wire this gen like other onan gens are wire, 1 ground, 1 neutral, 1 hot red, and 1 hot...
  10. Ozzie D Odyssey

    Southwire ATS takes 5 minutes to transfer from Onan generator

    I have an Onan/Cummins genset on my motorhome that’s connected to a Southwire model 41301 auto transfer switch. The past couple of times that I’ve started the genset NOT plugged in to shore power it takes 5 minutes at least before the switch lets power through to the 120v system. I wasn’t...
  11. JO

    Lithium Battery Size for a PRA122S A-frame Fridge

    I want to replace the lead acid battery in my 122s aframe with a lithium battery. Could someone give me a recommendation on size and brand? My goal is to be able to camp without electricity and at least have the lithium being capable of running the refrigerator for 3 days. John
    • John115
    • Thread
    • a-frame boondocking generator lifepo4 lithium battery solar
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: A Frame Campers
  12. ST

    Will a Portable Generator Charge the House Battery?

    I have a 1989 Royal Classic, did not come with a built in generator. House battery is under the hood on the drivers side. I just bought a portable generator to help when I have no hookups. My question is, when using the generator power, if I leave the house battery switch on, will the...
  13. ST

    Carrying Extra Gas in a Covered Pickup Bed

    I would like to take some additional gas ( at least 5 gallons) for emergency use. Are some containers safe to use with gas in a covered top pickup. Thinking about heat being an issue. What are your thoughts.
  14. PM

    Tiffin Bus Generator Auto Start Not Working at Low Battery

    I have a 2020 tiffin bus, when I set up the auto start for the gen when the batteries drop below 11.9 it doesn’t work. Any help would be appreciated Patrick
  15. SJ

    Will a WEN Generator Run a 15K A/C and 12V Fridge?

    I have a 2020 Puma 31QBBH that stays at a seasonal campground. We occasionally lose power, and I'm looking to buy a generator for those outages. My goal is to run: One Coleman Mach 15 A/C unit Everchill 12V refrigerator (see attached photo of the data plate) A few LED lights I am planning to...
  16. RE

    Locating the Transfer Switch on a 2019 Thor Freedom Elite 24HE

    I have a 2019 Thor freedom elite 24HE. I’ve looked at the base of the bed, underneath the fridge, and in the bench for the transfer switch. What’s happening is my generator is turning on but the power for the RV is not working. I’m being told it’s a transfer switch problem
  17. MG

    Checking Generator Hours on a Thor Chateau AGS Panel

    2025 Thor Chateau, I have the AGS system that is operated at the radio, checking levels, tanks, starting generator etc. How and where do i check the generator hours? No hour meter on generator, QG 4000 Generator. Thanks in Advance
  18. SE

    Floating Neutral Generator With Jayfeather Trailer

    Good day: I have an inverter generator with a floating neutral. Can I plug my 2021 Jayfeather 22FB trailer directly into this generator without problems? Or do I need to use a neutral-ground bonding plug? My VIN is: 1UJB JOBM 2M1J 4026 5 Thank you in advance for your response
  19. 2020 Oliver Legacy Elite II

    For sale 2020 Oliver Legacy Elite II

    2020 Oliver Legacy Elite II 24' Fiberglass Travel Trailer – Twin Bed Floor Plan – Double Axle – Hull #600 Professionally Detailed (June 2026) • Quiet Houghton A3400 Low-Profile Rooftop A/C with Soft Start • Hard-Plumbed iGen4500 Dual Fuel Inverter Generator • New Tires (2024) * Factory Build...
    $58,500.00
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  20. TE

    Generator Controls Dead on 2003 Ford E-250 Conversion Van

    Hi everyone, I am new here, I have purchased a 2003 Ford 250 Econo line conversion van, and it has a anon 4000 generator on it and it was working fine the past two months but now the voltage indicator on the front dash of the van and the start and stop button are not lit up at all with any...
  21. LK23

    Will AGS shut down the generator when shore power returns?

    2026 New Aire 3545 - If the AGS turns the power off in a power outage will it shut the generator down when power is restored? I am in Oklahoma City in the midst of a huge power outage. I do not have AGS on, but should have done that earlier. I manually turned the gererator on and it has run...
    • LK23
    • Thread
    • auto generator start generator new aire power outage shore power
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum
  22. GI

    GFCI Breaker Trips on Generator With TV, Apple TV and Starlink

    Hi all, So here a puzzling one from my recent trip in our 2024 Greyhawk 27u. When we arrived at campsite (non hookup) we plugged in a TV, Apple TV box and Starlink. Using the generator we enjoyed several hours of FiFA soccer games. The next day we spent the day on the lake. Late afternoon we did...
  23. FA

    A/C Not Starting From BMPro Thermostat on 2022 Thor Sequence

    hello everyone my wife and i are new to this and very excited. we took it out on its maiden voyage. soooo..... get to a state campground and plug into the electrical. turned on A/C from thermostat it came on and then stopped. the control panel is working everything else except the A/C. blown...
  24. KJ

    2019 Forza 34T outlets and fridge lose AC power on shore power

    We've only had our Forza for a few months, we had extensive mods done to it for accessibility unrelated to this issue. On our first VERY local overnight trip we hooked up to shore power at the campsite. My Watchdog showed 117V on both legs, all good. Everything was fine for 24 hours till I...
  25. J4Family

    Running the Generator or Inverter While Driving a Seneca

    2008 Seneca 35GS Might be a stupid question but I’m new to these Super C’s. Can the generator be on while traveling down the road for a short period? Same question for the built-in inverter? Going on a long trip from Phoenix to Durango and just wondering if this is okay to do.

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