Most run their generators while under way are doing so to run the onboard air conditioning as the dash air doesn’t meet their needs. Also, some will start the generator just before the campground to cool the entire coach.
Yep what Retired JSO says. I don't have enough miles on my coach yet to get an real good MPG yet, but I am sure the gas powered generator has is cutting into my numbers, just don't know how much yet.
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Lynn
Athens, AL 35611
2020 FR3 34DS
As mentioned, the increased cooling capacity of using the roof-top A/C.
Also many folks have the spouse heat up a sandwich/coffee in the microwave while traveling.
We did this when we had a motorhome and didn't stop much for meals. Just kept on trucking.
Our kids liked to watch television too so the tv and the DVD/VHS player were on most of the trip.
Fuel consumption was minimal for the gains of having electricity.
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Run mine all the time on the road. Uses about 8/10 of gallon of gas per hour under 1/2 load (roof a/c). Nice for the grands to be able to watch TV, use the microwave, the Keurig etc. I like having my entire coach cooled down along the way and when I arrive at my site.
Onan says you need to run it a minimum of 2 hours per month under 1/2 load to keep it from getting gummed up inside with old gas sitting in it.
I agree with everyone else, for same reasons. No harm in running it while underway, and to have the front A/C running in summer heat is crucial while driving my 32DS. The cab/motor A/C system is almost worthless in such situations...
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