Tag: RV generators
RVelectricity: Will my RV generator backfeed power and kill someone?
By Mike Sokol
Dear Mike,
I recently bought an RV with a built-in generator and the sales guy told me I had to be careful not...
For good health, exercise … your generator!
Courtesy of Onan Generators
Do diesel generators need exercising like gasoline generators?
Yes, regular exercise helps lubricate the seals and engine components and keeps carbon from...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1302
Monday, March 23, 2020
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1292
Monday, March 9, 2020
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1281
Friday, February 21, 2020
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...
Easy generator carrying for your travel trailer
By Dave Helgeson
Carrying a generator with a travel trailer can be problematic. Many end up placing the generator in the bed of their pickup...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1273
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1233
Monday, December 16, 2019
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): Can I run a generator and shore...
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...
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...