batteries in place of generator

[Dorn Hetzel]

Yep, my engine run A/C doesn't run right now, but it's on my short list to
repair, just putting it off until spring since I sure don't need AC now

I'm looking at something like a Xantrex RS3000 and about 300 amps of
alternator capacity. That should run at least one of the AC units while
driving I would hope.

Regards,

Dorn Hetzel
77FC35
Hogansville, GA

On Dec 18, 2007 2:45 PM, Jon wrote:

> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com,
> "Dorn Hetzel"
> wrote:
> >
> > The gas generator on my 77FC35 isn't in the best shape. (hosed up
> flywheel,
> > takes many tries to find enough teeth to make it start, then
> doesn't run for
> > more than 5 minutes without starving for fuel... (or so it seems))
> >
> > I'm considering just pulling it out and filling the hole where it
> used to be
> > with a big pile of batteries and a big inverter/charger.
> >
> > My thought is that the generators weight in batteries would be a
> lot of Amp
> > Hours.
> >
> > I would also probably put in the biggest alternator I could get my
> hands on
> > for best charging and most useable power whilst on the road.
> >
> > I realize this arrangement probably won't run the much air
> conditioning, or
> > for long, but I don't have any immediate plans to boondock with the
> air
> > running
> >
> > Any thoughts? Anyone tried this with success or failure?
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Dorn Hetzel
> > 77FC35
> > Hogansville, GA
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
> Without saying to much I would stick with some type of generator. If
> your coach is typical for being a vintage Wanderlodge than your
> Engine run A/C does not operate. Now I know most of the people here
> use there generator to run there topside A/C unit in hot weather when
> there dash air is not operational. These old coaches can get pretty
> hot inside during the summer months. I would stick to a generator
> just for that reason. Jon
> >
>
>
>


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