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Old 10-18-2005, 04:18 PM   #1
one_strange_texan
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Connecting a Honda generator

This has probably been covered in this forum before. You will forgive me, I am relatively new. I did conduct a search and didn't see too much on this particular topic.

I acquired a Honda EU3000is generator from my brother-in-law during the Rita evacuation. I'd like to set it up for service "underway." I will probably place it in front of the truck bed and would like it to power the Montana from there while hooked up.

I have seen a few posts on this topic. I know some people actually run a cord from the 50-amp female receptacle at the rear of the 3295RK under the unit to a generator in the truck bed.

It would seem to be easier to run a "pig tail" from the generator to the electrical connections in the front utility compartment where on board generators are normally installed. The battery is wired in there and I assume the there are "generator ready," connections to the 110V system there.

I would terminate the connection to a 23A receptacle at the generator.

Can anybody give me any leads (pun intended)? I am not asking for a wiring diagram or anything (though one would be accepted), just some advice, a point in the right direction, or the voice of experience (for instance: "just go to the dealer!").

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Old 10-18-2005, 04:22 PM   #2
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I'm not sure, but I don't think all the Montana's are pre-wired for a generator. I'm sure someone will be along shortly with more knowledge on this subject. Good luck.
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Old 10-18-2005, 04:23 PM   #3
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George, there's a thread going right now on the ""Improvements" forum. Might want check that out. Here's the link for convenience...

http://montanaadministrator.forumco....C_ID~12059.asp

* On Edit~ sorry changed to correct link!
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Old 10-19-2005, 11:45 AM   #4
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I added an additional main breaker to my power panel. Then I ran a line thru the basement thru the overhang and out thru the hitch opening. You will have to experiment which side of the main runs the main part of the RV. My Honda 3000 handles the air just fine. Just don't try to run the micro wave along with anything else. Good Luck.
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