Champion 201050 - 3000 Watt Dual Fuel

[SpeedBump]

Originally Posted by BikeCamper

I’ve seen it enforced by campers. On more than one occasion a nearby camper has just walked over and hit the kill switch on an overly noisy generator. That could be a tragedy if your dogs are in the trailer relying on the a/c to keep them cool.

I have been a camp host at Tortilla Campground, Tonto National Forest for the past 5 seasons. The US Forest service has very liberal generator hours 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.. We cannot control the type of generator, but we do enforce the rule violators. If they don't comply, we get LEO's (law enforcement officers) to remove them. We NEVER touch campers' equipment.

[BikeCamper]

Originally Posted by SpeedBump

I have been a camp host at Tortilla Campground, Tonto National Forest for the past 5 seasons. The US Forest service has very liberal generator hours 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.. We cannot control the type of generator, but we do enforce the rule violators. If they don't comply, we get LEO's (law enforcement officers) to remove them. We NEVER touch campers' equipment.

That seems like a smart policy. Like I said, I wouldn’t mess with someone else’s property except in a dire emergency (eg, fire, life-threatening situation, etc.), and then only if LEO/first-responders are not available in a timely manner.

[BikeCamper]

Originally Posted by Lvanden

Thanks for all the great feedback. Final decision...Champion 2500 Dual Fuel for the weight along with the 30Amp parallel connector (so I don't have to double dog-bone). I think it gives me the flexibility to add another generator if needed (I don't think I will) and it makes connecting to the RV 30Amp with just the single dog bone easier.

This is a great forum, thanks for all the feedback and suggesions.

That sounds like a good choice. There are many very satisfied owners of that generator on this forum. Keeping weight manageable is always smart.

[Runnoft]

Originally Posted by gypsydad

I have the regular Honda 2200 Propane model, from Genconnex. Very happy. I believe the only difference is the Companion model has 1- 20A, and 1-30A outlets, and the model I have has 2-20A plug's. The Companion is $100 more for some reason. Both have Bluetooth. I use one to run my AC when needed or as backup to charge batteries. I do use a 20A-50A pigtail from the Honda to the AS when I use. With Li batteries now, did not use the Honda this year. Just sits in the back of my truck bed, when/if needed.

We have same setup, but I went with the Companion 2200 to eliminate one of the dog bones. We have 50 Amp GT. Works well, never smells since we are burning propane, can keep in back seat of my truck, if necessary, when not in use. Runs either AC. Easy Starts installed, of course. Would NEVER look back on my choice of this setup. Gets rid of gas can and the exhaust smell when not in use.

OF NOTE: this setup will run perfectly off the low pressure propane port at the front of the Airstream no problem. I have a friend with larger generator that will NOT run off that port. So if you go for bigger and heavier than a 2200, you can’t really do much more with it, and you have to disconnect one of your tanks hoses to connect up to your generator. Just keep in mind more trade offs you may not be aware of when selecting these things.

[DCPAS]

Originally Posted by Runnoft

We have same setup, but I went with the Companion 2200 to eliminate one of the dog bones.

I've seen people say this before, but I don't understand it. I have a 20 amp to 50 amp adapter so just one.