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**chuckster57** · 03-17-2019, 07:47 AM

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If not having AC is an issue, then a generator is an absolute requirement. There isn't enough solar and an inverter or enough batteries to run the AC for any length of time.

You need a minimum of 3500 Watts to power the AC and if your off in the boonies then noise and "quiet hours" won't be much of a concern. Solar will help the 12V stuff last longer but only if you have the right battery(s) and enough solar. You can get small suitcase gens that can be tethered together for the AC and mayh fit in the compartment or even inside duriong travel, although I dont know if I would carry them inside the trailer.

lots to think about, doable but you need to figure out exactly whats important and whats not. Your dealer was correct about welding to the frame.

03-17-2019, 07:47 AM	#3
chuckster57 Site Team Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Modesto Posts: 20,349	Welcome to the forum If not having AC is an issue, then a generator is an absolute requirement. There isn't enough solar and an inverter or enough batteries to run the AC for any length of time. You need a minimum of 3500 Watts to power the AC and if your off in the boonies then noise and "quiet hours" won't be much of a concern. Solar will help the 12V stuff last longer but only if you have the right battery(s) and enough solar. You can get small suitcase gens that can be tethered together for the AC and mayh fit in the compartment or even inside duriong travel, although I dont know if I would carry them inside the trailer. lots to think about, doable but you need to figure out exactly whats important and whats not. Your dealer was correct about welding to the frame. __________________ 2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel. Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS. Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.