Connecting Trailer to Portable Generator??

[Dreedo]

We have a new portable generator for use while boondocking. New gen is a 2600w unit. So.... what's the best way to connect the RV to the generator?
Do we 1) use the 30amp 10 gauge shore power cord plugged in to a 110 adaptor which is then plugged in to the generator. OR 2) buy a separate dogbone 30amp-110, with a 14 gauge extension cord then plugged in to generator? I understand that the heavier gauge wire will carry more power.... but it obviously cannot carry more power than the generator is producing. I assume that both ways would work... but what it the preferred / recommended method?
Thx!

[formerFR]

either way, but the easiest and best for amperage protection is your own shore cord, plugged into the adapter, and into the generator...

the 'adapter' really is just a simple device that lets you plug one 'size/style' male plug into one that is different, such as the 'household' 20amp outlet on the generator, or one at your home.

[RACarvalho]

Plenty of posts and pictures of 15amp melted connectors so if you don't have 30amp connection in your generator, buy a biffy dogbone and use the camper cable for that.
the 15amp cables will get hot running the AC and that in a hot environment will increase the chance of melting it and fire.
If you have the 30amp connection in your generator, but a RV extension cord, that is how we use it.

[ScottBrownstein]

You have a 22 amp generator. I would assume that any standard duplex outlet on the unit is rated for 20 amps, not 15. Unless there is another connector, use a 30 to 20 amp adapter and plug it into the genny.

[5picker]

Your 'best' method is using the R/Vs existing 30a cord and an adapter (either puck style or dogbone) at the generator outlet.

A 14ga extension cord is not heavy enough for 2600w. (roughly 21.6a)

Even a 12ga cord is pushing it.

[boondocking]

Use an adapter and your shore cord.

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by boondocking

Use an adapter and your shore cord.

THIS! It's not complicated.

[formerFR]

agreed.... I'm not sure why the constant 'doom and gloom' from some who constantly have to 'tell us' about the potential fire hazards and 'war stories', when the simple question has been simply answered. It's not rocket science...(even though my son is in rocket science at UAH in Huntsville!)

[Dan50]

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[The Evil Twin]

If I were going to do that often, I would just make a 5 or 7 foot long, 10 gauge cord with the correct ends on each side. Specific cord for the task and no adapters. Also short to make best use of the limited power.