Thanks for all this information..
I appreciate the time you've taken to pass along your knowledge. This is kind of information I was looking for. Sounds like Tesla is forgiving enough to use a decent portable generator, as long as it's grounded properly.
Yea I saw that video, it's what really got me thinking.
One of the generators they used did cause the car to stop charging at some point, even though the generator was still going. Didn't really get a lot out of the small one.
They did go to a larger, grounded, 7KW honda generator, which I...
Thanks for the reply. I had read there were early troubles charging with a generator that some had thought was due to cleanliness of the wave, but it's entirely possible that it was actually ground issues...
You're technically right, with 500+ miles I could spend 2 hours driving to and from the nearest charger. I'm afraid you misunderstood the intent of the post. I appreciate the response, but I was really seeking advice about using a generator, not getting to a charger.
Huntington West Virginia would be the closest super charger, which would be >120 miles round trip. Having 220V to charge up at my parents or the camp I stay at would be more convenient than driving 2 hours to charge.
I am hoping more are added, but it's not likely one will be added within 50...
I travel to South Central Ohio occasionally, and chargers are few and far between. 500+ miles should keep me moving, but still not comfortable with the idea.
Having a bed opens up some possibilities.
My thoughts are to throw a Pure Sine Wave gas generator, with 220V, in the Vault as an...