suggested generator

StephNewman · 12/11/2006, 04:34 PM

What wattage generator should I get o run 3x250 watt light, return pump, and heater. Do all the outputs on the generator need to be 15amp?

poppin_fresh · 12/11/2006, 08:39 PM

You could get away with probably 2500 watts, but a 5500 watt generator would run all that plus some other stuff for not much more $$.

In the event of no power, you only need 1 MH running on the tank. Your tank could survive several days with no light, but your life is better with a fridge, microwave, etc. A bigger generator would cover all those and the tank.

AZDesertRat · 12/11/2006, 09:03 PM

The Champion 3500w is highly recommended on RV.net. I bought one a year ago and have been very happy with it. It will also power everything in my RV including the 13.5K air conditioner and microwave no problem. It $299 at Checker/Schucks/Kragen and Advance Auto and also found at Cabelas. It a licensed Honda clone and parts can be purchased from any Honda dealer.

12/11/2006, 04:34 PM	#1
StephNewman Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Arnold, Mo Posts: 1,467	suggested generator What wattage generator should I get o run 3x250 watt light, return pump, and heater. Do all the outputs on the generator need to be 15amp?

12/11/2006, 08:39 PM	#2
poppin_fresh Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Vermont Posts: 1,982	You could get away with probably 2500 watts, but a 5500 watt generator would run all that plus some other stuff for not much more $$. In the event of no power, you only need 1 MH running on the tank. Your tank could survive several days with no light, but your life is better with a fridge, microwave, etc. A bigger generator would cover all those and the tank. __________________ PBITAWA! Current Tank Info: None now. Past- 180g w/ 100g basement sump and 20g 'fuge. H & S skimmer, T'5s & Tunze

12/11/2006, 09:03 PM	#3
AZDesertRat Moved On Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: NW Phoenix Posts: 16,621	The Champion 3500w is highly recommended on RV.net. I bought one a year ago and have been very happy with it. It will also power everything in my RV including the 13.5K air conditioner and microwave no problem. It $299 at Checker/Schucks/Kragen and Advance Auto and also found at Cabelas. It a licensed Honda clone and parts can be purchased from any Honda dealer.