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    I have a D4 not a D3 but the manual says to NOT use a weight distribution system. The air suspension does what is needed. I also spoke to a sales guy at a van show selling WDH systems and he agreed with LR and using a WDH was a bad idea.
    I did the full lap without one and the D4 pulled the van without issues.

    One thing to look at is if you need an LED lights module. New vans mostly have led trailer lights and they dont draw enough power to let the cars computer know there is a trailer connected. I know the D4 has some smarts for towing but they need to recognize you are towing but the lights.(i am no expert, but i think it is worth considering).

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pedro_The_Swift View Post
    A 2.4kva will probably start your brand new aircon,, but maybe not leave much,, ???
    We looked at a 3 kva Honda,, its the Holy Grail of van generators,, but size and weight are an issue,,

    any Pics of the van?


    And now iTech (WA company) have a 5KVA (0.8cos) which seems similar to the Honda. I'm saving up my shekels to $1,899 for one. They have been advertised at shows etc for a few months now. I'll raise a new post for any feedback comments.
    MY16 D4 TDV6 - with a little Cambo magic for towing "The Brick"
    MY95 RRC LSE Vogue Softdash "Bessie" (turning circle comparable to QE II) with MY99 TD5 and 4HP24 transplants. Back home Nov 22 after a magic overhaul by Chivalry
    SADLY SOLD MY04 D2a TD5 auto Classic and MY10 D4 2.7 both with lots of goodies

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pedro_The_Swift View Post
    A 2.4kva will probably start your brand new aircon,, but maybe not leave much,, ???
    We looked at a 3 kva Honda,, its the Holy Grail of van generators,, but size and weight are an issue,,

    any Pics of the van?


    And now iTech (WA company) have a 5KVA (0.8cos) which seems similar to the Honda. I'm saving up my shekels to $1,899 for one. They have been advertised at shows etc for a few months now. I'll raise a new post for any feedback comments.
    MY16 D4 TDV6 - with a little Cambo magic for towing "The Brick"
    MY95 RRC LSE Vogue Softdash "Bessie" (turning circle comparable to QE II) with MY99 TD5 and 4HP24 transplants. Back home Nov 22 after a magic overhaul by Chivalry
    SADLY SOLD MY04 D2a TD5 auto Classic and MY10 D4 2.7 both with lots of goodies

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    Quote Originally Posted by gavinwibrow View Post
    And now iTech (WA company) have a 5KVA (0.8cos) which seems similar to the Honda. I'm saving up my shekels to $1,899 for one. They have been advertised at shows etc for a few months now. I'll raise a new post for any feedback comments.
    Fairly heavy at 33kg,s .

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    Quote Originally Posted by Fatso View Post
    Fairly heavy at 33kg,s .

    Only slightly heavier than a 100Ah battery. Sacrifice one for the other as long as you had the physical space.

    Actually seems light for a 5KVA. Our 6.5KVA Honda inverters at work are nearly 80Kg.
    If you need to contact me please email homestarrunnerau@gmail.com - thanks - Gav.

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    I use Honda generators at work (EM70 and EU65) and from memory they weigh in just over 100kg with fuel onboard. I ended up buying a scissor lift trolley to man handle the things without breaking myself. Nice caravan by the way!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Homestar View Post
    Only slightly heavier than a 100Ah battery. Sacrifice one for the other as long as you had the physical space.

    Actually seems light for a 5KVA. Our 6.5KVA Honda inverters at work are nearly 80Kg.

    I already have a 2nd portable 100Ah battery - as well as the one permanently in the van, plus solar charging, but the genset is intended for SWAMBO and a/c on those hot camping nights in the caravan.

    My 2KVA Honda set doesn't quite cut the mustard for running the a/c and so I don't want to take it camping, plus I don't want the hassles of a 2nd Honda, even though I already have the wiring to set up a pair. Rationalisation is the name of the game.
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    MY16 D4 TDV6 - with a little Cambo magic for towing "The Brick"
    MY95 RRC LSE Vogue Softdash "Bessie" (turning circle comparable to QE II) with MY99 TD5 and 4HP24 transplants. Back home Nov 22 after a magic overhaul by Chivalry
    SADLY SOLD MY04 D2a TD5 auto Classic and MY10 D4 2.7 both with lots of goodies

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    I get that, horses for courses. As I work with generators every day for a living the last thing I want when I go away is to have anything to do with them. I run 400Ah of batteries and 500 watts of solar so can run decent fans all night if needed although I’ve never camped anywhere where it’s been more that mid to high 20’s overnight so never needed AC.
    If you need to contact me please email homestarrunnerau@gmail.com - thanks - Gav.

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