portable generator charging

[evdesertdjr]

I think my username explains my need. I get by great for close to home use, but I would like to venture out a bit farther. In fact, my dealer, and the closest service place is kind of iffy on a cold day with a headwind. I would consider buying a generator to carry in my truck for emergency charging if I were confident that this is doable. Does anyone have experience with this? I posted the question to the generator sites and get a lot of new adds but no information. I realize this would have to be an inventor type and probably would be pricey. It would have to be level 2 to be worth it. And, where would I get the appropriate cord? Thanks

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[Grumpy2]

Here are videos of a generator system designed to be used by mechanics for field charging stalled vehicles, I have no personal knowledge if it works, but the testing seems legit:

 

[potato]

An inverter generator would be nicer, but I have an el cheapo open frame generator (Firman T07573) that charges the truck OK. The power is "dirty" I guess; the charge will not start unless another load is also connected to smooth out the waveform. But once charging I can disconnect the extra load and it stays charging. Just a data point.

I have the Tesla Universal Mobile Connector with a cheap 80 amp rated Tesla to J1772 adapter. This generator won't quite run the 14-50 adapter (32 amps = 7680 W), but seemed happy with the 14-30 adapter (24 amps = 5760 W).

 

[evdesertdjr]

thanks. djr

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