Yet another Autoformer/ Surge Protection?

[Ozzie]

That sounds like the way to do it Bingo...I was thinking of that very thing after reading Orv's response and catching upon this thread.
To take it a step further, this cheaper surge protector in front of the autoformer needs an auto reset in case it shuts off from a spike as well. Then the system will maintain itself...good?

It seems to me, that the autoformer, while very specific in it's duties, could use a little design work. You would think for how much these items cost they could do a little better.

...and to Charlie - I would only have the one cheaper surge protector outside..the rest would be out of site inside the RV and out of the weather too.

[bncinwv]

Now that I think more, with the schematic I posted on another thread and since I am leaving the autoformer with the plugs attached (not hard-wired), I could put the cheap surge suppressor in the battery compartment along with everything else and in line before the surge suppressor. Add another $100 or so to my previous estimate, I think the schematic just got changed again.
Bingo

[MAMalody]

Just to make sure I follow this are we saying:
campground post
cheap surge protector
autoformer
good protector

[bncinwv]

Mike,
Unless someone can convince me otherwise, I think that is what I will do. That way the sacrificial lamb is the cheapo!! Further discussion as always is welcomed and OPINIONS and advice solicited.
Bingo

[rickfox]

Bingo,

Intermatic sells the "Whole House" surge protector that will do the job http://www.aplussupply.com/intermatic/ig1240.htm . In the home environment, it typically is mounted near the service entrance and breaker panel, and is wired in through two spare circuit breakers in the panel. In the RV, it can simply be hardwired in parallel with the incoming service. The units have an LED that indicates proper operation, and when it needs to be replaced.