Add A Generator To Your 5th Wheel or Travel Trailer

RVer Jim Fifer installed this “Juice Box” generator on the back of his 5th wheel. This generator is made by Onan a trusted name in the industry. The generator platform inserts into a receiver hitch so it rides neatly tucked away on the rear of the RV. Jim’s generator runs on liquid propane gas using .6 gallons an hour running full tilt. A propane quick connector is located on the frame at the rear of the 5er. Jim connects a short hose to the generator runs it down through the hole and into the connector on the frame. The generator has it’s own starting battery. When he fires it up he closes the lid and enjoys electricity. It's much easier to boondock if you have a generator. I used a Honda portable generator with our 5th wheel, but it was underpowered and required me to carry gas when I was driving a diesel truck. I had to dig it out of the storage compartment, fill it with fuel, pull the string a few times - it was a hassle.This system is a huge improvement in ease of use and may be the solution you’re looking for. You can purchase the Juice Box at RV parts stores carrying Onan products. Keeping you current - Jim Twamley, Professor of RVing

Generators Sprout Legs and Leave the Campground

RV Boondocking is much more enjoyable with a generator. These portable light weight Honda generators are great for recharging the batteries and making a fresh pot of coffee. Many folks chain these to their rigs thinking that it will deter thieves. While I was dry camping at Hi Jolly BLM campground in Quartzite a fellow camper came home one afternoon to discover his generator had grown legs. Thieves routinely target these small units because they sell fast and are worth a lot more than say a stolen stereo. In this case the thieves had bolt cutters and the generator that was chained to the tree was set free. If you stow your generator where they can't see it you stand a better chance of keeping it. Another guy was saying something about rigging explosives to his generator. I'm not sure what came of that idea. You could also make a more sturdy storage container, but I suggest you use one of those fancy guarded locks that are next to impossible for bolt cutters to break. Law enforcement recommends engraving your name and phone number several places on the unit as they frequently find these lost generators when they bust unsuspecting thieves. Bringing you the shocking news of generator rustling - Jim Twamley, Professor of RVing