Tag: RV generators
RVelectricity: Parallel generator neutral bonding
By Mike Sokol
Hello Mr. Sokol,
When pairing two inverter generators do you use a neutral/ground bonding plug on each generator or will one suffice? Thanks....
Why won’t RV’s AC work on generator power?
RV Doctor
Dear Gary,
I have just borrowed a 29-foot motorhome to drive to a NASCAR race. The air conditioner works wonderful when using the extension...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1153
From the editors of RVtravel.com, “The RVers’ Voice of Reason.”
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1140
Monday, July 29, 2019
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and small-space living tips from the...
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): Is there a cheap and quiet generator?
By Mike Sokol
Welcome to my J.A.M. (Just Ask Mike) Session, a weekly column where I answer your basic electrical questions. If you're a newbie...
RV Electricity – Can I plug my 50-amp RV into a 240-volt generator?
By Mike Sokol
Dear Mike,
We just bought a travel trailer with 50-amp service. Can I plug my trailer into my generator directly? The generator is...
RV generator cannot carry a load
RV DOCTOR
Dear Gary,
I read your column with much interest and one question regarding inexpensive water heater bypass valves caught my attention as I had...
RV Electricity – 30-amp to 50-amp generator connections
Dear Mike,
Most generators, with the exception of really large units, 10kw or bigger, do not have a 50-amp plug. I currently have a 3000...
RV Electricity – Generator neutral bonding basics
Dear Mike,
I know your NoShockZone article on generator bonding is getting "dated" at this point, but I just wanted to say THANK YOU for...
How to figure mpg when generator and engine use same fuel tank
Dear Gary,
We have a diesel generator on our motorhome. The generator uses the same fuel and same tank as what runs the motor. How...
RV Electricity – ABCs of generator noise
Dear Mike,
I really learned a lot from your RV Electricity article on generators last Sunday. But do you have a more basic version of...
RV Electricity – Generator Noise Pollution – Part 1
Generator Noise Pollution - Part 1
by Mike Sokol - All Rights Reserved
I've had several recent emails about noisy generators bothering nearby campers. I...