Generator replacement options

Billygoat

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So my old Onan is starting fine but at this point not supplying any voltage to the interior or air con. I will go through the trouble shooting but I’ve been eying new ones. Is there any reasonably priced generators for replacement? I really don’t run the generator often but thought I could keep it portable so I could use it in other applications. For instance, HF carries some reasonable priced generators with a 30amp plug and are portable.
 
I prefer to not needing to move around when Grace wants to use a microwave when we prep for lunch or other things when were crossing the states.
We have the knowhow on these Onan units and can help you should you need any trouble shooting or parts.
 
From what I have read here on the Forum, a common issue for those wishing to replace their Onan with a different brand generator is the height of the generator compartment. The Onan is short, and fits. Most other generators are too tall to fit in the spot. Jim Bounds fixed this issue in his GMC by modifying the compartment to make it taller, which in turned made his rear bed sit much taller in the back.
It might not be a bad idea to measure the compartment dimensions, especially the height, and then compare with the HF generator you were looking at.