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Old 09-17-2017, 08:56 AM   #2
wingnut60
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The fridge ALWAYS has to have good 12volt to operate, even on propane, so its necessary to keep the batteries in good shape and charged. Any of the gens you have will work for charging the batts. To run the ACs, you will need at least 3k watts for one and 5.5k for both. Is the unit gen prepped--that is, have wiring in place and a transfer switch in the front center compartment? If so, you have a good start to fitting an Onan 5.5/6.5 propane gen in there. If not, it is a difficult technical/safety situation to add one in the compartment. Many add the proper one to a hitch-mounted carrier at the rear.
My BIL uses a Honda 3000i for his Jayco from his pickup, but it only runs one AC.
Start thinking about good batteries--Trojan makes dependable 6volt units that can be seriesed for 12 volt and last a good while.
Keep in mind this is an old tech trailer and things have moved along a lot in the tech department lately. Lots of info on the internet--google for "the 12-volt side of life" for some help.
Joe
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