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03-29-2021, 07:20 AM #11
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Mark & Mary. Full-timing across the USA (and Canada)!
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03-29-2021, 12:56 PM #12
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If you have a Furrion, it is a soft start unit. This is the generator I have. Love it, it runs everything simultaneously.
https://westinghouseoutdoorpower.com...ator-dual-fuelMike & (RIP Karen)
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03-29-2021, 01:03 PM #13
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03-29-2021, 02:24 PM #14
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You really have options from 2000 + just depending on how much power you are going to use all at once. The converter will pull some decent juice if your batteries are low.
The Champion 2500 watt dual fuel inverter is under $500. It is parallel capable, and from a reputable brand. A lot of people prefer 2x these versus one of the big ones. Your stated needs you would probably only need the one, but would have the option at very little extra expense versus buying a big one up front.Last edited by Stealth13777; 03-29-2021 at 02:35 PM.
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03-29-2021, 05:22 PM #15
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03-29-2021, 05:38 PM #16
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Furrion does not officially document it, but I seen it referenced in other forums. When my A/C comes on, my generator barely throttles up, and it seems to draw a minimum amount of power. I can't recall what my power gauge said at the time, but it is a very gentle startup. I've read posts about Coleman units requiring the soft start add on. Outside of the room sensor being located inside of the Furrion plenum, I am very happy with my Furrion. I took care of that issue by poking the room sensor out past the filter about 2 inches. Also, the Furrion has a "dry" mode which is nice.
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03-29-2021, 11:05 PM #17
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Thanks for the info....I too like the Furrion thus far. It is quieter (in my opinion) than the Coleman Mach units. I extended my room sensor using the Castle Winch relocation kit but ended up not using the grill as I felt it desensitized the sensor. The way I have it now, it is very sensitive and is always within 1 degree of a stand alone weather station I have sitting o the counter. I am considering getting the premium thermostat to pick up a few extra bells and whistles too...but was hoping they would come out with a bluetooth version first so I could get that instead.
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03-31-2021, 07:45 AM #18
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Inverter generators are the way to go but they are so expensive. They are much quieter, offer alternate fuel options, and are much better for sensitive electronics. For the budget camper, we purchased a generac 5500 watt generator and haven't had any issues. Just wanted to share our experience :-)
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04-03-2021, 11:23 AM #20
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