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That said, either generator will run the TV and microwave and coffee maker (or Espresso machine..) WHILE charging the batteries through the power supply charger on the trailer, if you just plug the trailer's cord into the generator.. If the batteries are dead, and need a faster charge, you can get a 12V cord and try to charge them directly. What you won't get is Air Conditioning. Neither unit has enough power for kick start of A/C compressor while powering the power module and charging batteries. The Honda can be paired with another to run A/C. The Honda Eu1000 is cheaper and lighter and will charge the batteries and run a TV and microwave, but maybe not all at once...
Prices vary, but $1000 is not bad for a Honda 2000, depending on taxes, delivery, etc. Some Montana internet sellers will deliver for slightly less net...
The Yamaha is heavier, but more powerful, and slightly noisier.. Don't know about Yamaha pricing. Honda will terminate dealers who advertise discount pricing in print or on web, but some might negotiate over the phone. Yamaha still won't run A/C... Auto Parts Store/Sears Generators offer 4KW for $600, but are really noisy and heavy... If you are boondocking in hot remote areas, that might be solution for A/C, if you have no neighbors and don't mind some daytime noise.. Finally, don't plan to mount on rear bumper.. Too heavy and frame not designed for cantilevered loads back there. With some clever welding, you could make a mount on front frame..
John
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