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From: Ohio
Hey guys and gals, I need help finding a decent generator for the TT. The kids talked me into going to a Fair in NE Ohio and the electric sites are all taken.
I tried using the generator I have tonight and it wouldn't run the AC and frig at the same time. It is a Centurion by generac 3250 watts on 20 amp breakers.
Any pointers would be great.
I tried using the generator I have tonight and it wouldn't run the AC and frig at the same time. It is a Centurion by generac 3250 watts on 20 amp breakers.
Any pointers would be great.
Honda and Yamaha are the premier units, nice and quiet.
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From: Stevens Point, WI
That dual cam setup looks like a cobbled together conglomeration of cheap hardware store junk. I am sorry BGX, not picking on you at all, I am just surprised at the conjobulation reese has there. I would think a big towing equipment company like reese would have a better setup then that.
personally if it were mine I would get rid of those chinsy "cams" and do just strait chains from the bars to the trailer. They would allow free'er movement, wouldn't bind up like those cams, and wouldn't creek and bang and make all kinds of noises on turns.
personally if it were mine I would get rid of those chinsy "cams" and do just strait chains from the bars to the trailer. They would allow free'er movement, wouldn't bind up like those cams, and wouldn't creek and bang and make all kinds of noises on turns.
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Take a look at my photo in post #1086, I'm pretty sure mine is closer to 1". I know that what I have works, I can measure it for you tonight.
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Granted I'm in the Hitch business, but I have very limited experience with the DC, it's too much of a pain for most.
I run a standard chain style setup with a friction sway controller. For you guys with longer setups I'd go with two.
If you are going to spend bigger money on a nice WD I'd recommend the Husky Centerline hitch.
I've even personally used the nice Equilizer brand hitches and right now on our 27' I stick with the cheaper round bar / chain kits.
They are simpler and waaaay more forgiving in the setup and accomplish the same thing....weight distribution. Let the sway controller do its part on its own.
I'm not saying they are better than the DC but they may not be worth the headache, and I don't feel your sacrificing going the other route.
I run a standard chain style setup with a friction sway controller. For you guys with longer setups I'd go with two.
If you are going to spend bigger money on a nice WD I'd recommend the Husky Centerline hitch.
I've even personally used the nice Equilizer brand hitches and right now on our 27' I stick with the cheaper round bar / chain kits.
They are simpler and waaaay more forgiving in the setup and accomplish the same thing....weight distribution. Let the sway controller do its part on its own.
I'm not saying they are better than the DC but they may not be worth the headache, and I don't feel your sacrificing going the other route.
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From: Stanwood, WA
I've sent a message to the supplier asking if I can cancel the order until I do more research. I might just pull this weekend without the DC and put the chains straight up to the snap up clamps, at least until I can get this figures out. If I do that would I need to drop the WD bars when backing in?
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I've sent a message to the supplier asking if I can cancel the order until I do more research. I might just pull this weekend without the DC and put the chains straight up to the snap up clamps, at least until I can get this figures out. If I do that would I need to drop the WD bars when backing in?
Keep in mind you won't have the "sway prevention" aspect of that hitch without the cam brackets in use.
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From: Central Coast of CA
Amazon.com : Boliy Pro3600SIE Digital Inverter Generator (3300 Watt Maximum), Electric Start Package Installed : Power Generators : Patio, Lawn & Garden
Back then it was $300 bucks cheaper.
Now I run two of these connected in parallel for my power.
Amazon.com: Honda EU2000i Super Quiet Portable Gas Powered Generator Power Inverter 2000, 120V: Patio, Lawn & Garden
Stewart
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From: Central NH
I picked up one of these 8 years ago when I didn't have enough money for a Honda or Yamaha.
Amazon.com : Boliy Pro3600SIE Digital Inverter Generator (3300 Watt Maximum), Electric Start Package Installed : Power Generators : Patio, Lawn & Garden
Back then it was $300 bucks cheaper.
Now I run two of these connected in parallel for my power.
Amazon.com: Honda EU2000i Super Quiet Portable Gas Powered Generator Power Inverter 2000, 120V: Patio, Lawn & Garden
Stewart
Amazon.com : Boliy Pro3600SIE Digital Inverter Generator (3300 Watt Maximum), Electric Start Package Installed : Power Generators : Patio, Lawn & Garden
Back then it was $300 bucks cheaper.
Now I run two of these connected in parallel for my power.
Amazon.com: Honda EU2000i Super Quiet Portable Gas Powered Generator Power Inverter 2000, 120V: Patio, Lawn & Garden
Stewart
Curious why the first one didn't work out ?
The Champion 3100 seems to have decent reviews by RVers.
I've got a single Honda EU2000i now, but need a second as I now have an A/C unit to run. The Hondas are the best, IMO. I run mine on a 6 gal. outboard tank. It'll run for a month on a partial load. OK, I'm exaggerating........ but it actually run for 4 days.
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Curious why the first one didn't work out ?
The Champion 3100 seems to have decent reviews by RVers.
I've got a single Honda EU2000i now, but need a second as I now have an A/C unit to run. The Hondas are the best, IMO. I run mine on a 6 gal. outboard tank. It'll run for a month on a partial load. OK, I'm exaggerating........ but it actually run for 4 days.
The Champion 3100 seems to have decent reviews by RVers.
I've got a single Honda EU2000i now, but need a second as I now have an A/C unit to run. The Hondas are the best, IMO. I run mine on a 6 gal. outboard tank. It'll run for a month on a partial load. OK, I'm exaggerating........ but it actually run for 4 days.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Central NH
If I get the EU2000i companion and the parallel cables, I'd have a 120/30a RV style plug on the companion.