Generator transfer switch

[Smitty082261]

I just purchased a 2021 mobile suite 39dbrs3 and it is generator prepped. My question is does the Prep mean that there is a auto transfer switch installed so when I put aGenerator in it will be auto transfer capable My motorhome worked this way. I take delivery of this unit next week.
Thanks
Smitty

[Porthole]

Gen prep will get you a gen compartment- fire box, plug and play wiring and transfer switch.

[Smitty082261]

Thanks very much.
Smitty

[Cummins12V98]

Good info!

Welcome aboard Smitty!!!

[Porthole]

Originally Posted by Smitty082261

Thanks very much.
Smitty

The only variables would be fuel, type and size. You can get DRV’s with generator fuel options; gasoline, propane or diesel. And type and size of gen, either commercial 120/240 or standard 120. Sizes range from 5500 propane/gasoline to 10KW diesel.

[Smitty082261]

Thanks. I was hoping this group was active

[Smitty082261]

Yes I believe I would go with a propane 6500 at least. Will be next year at best.

[Cummins12V98]

Originally Posted by Smitty082261

Yes I believe I would go with a propane 6500 at least. Will be next year at best.

Be sure to get the "COMMERCIAL" version so it has two legs as in 220V.

I can run my washer and dryer, both 220V with my gen.

Honestly to do it again I would get a 220V diesel gen.

[Smitty082261]

I would agree that Diesel would be better but i would not use it enough to keep a tank of fuel turned over so i will definitely go with propane. I will also look at the commercial.

Thanks
Smitty

[Cummins12V98]

Originally Posted by Smitty082261

I would agree that Diesel would be better but i would not use it enough to keep a tank of fuel turned over so i will definitely go with propane. I will also look at the commercial.

Thanks
Smitty

If you can find Non Ethanol gas that would be fine but it is not readily available in all areas.

Diesel will last a long time so I would not worry about that. Propane is the most trouble and the most thirsty.

[rudyhehn]

Diesel can be safely stored for 9-12 months.

[AlmostRetired]

I dry camp at music festivals a lot. (Pre-Covid). I knew I can always find a gas station nearby or easily bring extra fuel in the bed of the truck. The last thing I wanted was a propane generator. Diesel or gas would be the way to go. DRV placed a 14 gal fuel tank in the belly for me. It takes up as much floor space as a case of beer. I do run premium fuel.

[Porthole]

Originally Posted by AlmostRetired

I dry camp at music festivals a lot. (Pre-Covid). I knew I can always find a gas station nearby or easily bring extra fuel in the bed of the truck. The last thing I wanted was a propane generator. Diesel or gas would be the way to go. DRV placed a 14 gal fuel tank in the belly for me. It takes up as much floor space as a case of beer. I do run premium fuel.

Diesel or gasoline genny?

[Cummins12V98]

"I do run premium fuel"

Did you mean non ethanol?

[AlmostRetired]

I have a gasoline generator. Yes, non-ethanol is used.