Won't Start After Sitting
Stale fuel gums up the carburetor over a few idle months, so the engine cranks but never catches.
Onan and portable generators, serviced where you park
RV Generator Repair in New Orleans
Our RV generator repair in New Orleans covers the problems that show up at the worst moment: a generator that won't start after sitting all summer, surges when the AC kicks on, or quits halfway through a power outage. We come to your campsite, driveway, or storage lot, test it under real load, and get it running reliably before the next storm.
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Why Generators Matter More in New Orleans
On the Gulf Coast, the generator isn't just for boondocking. It runs the AC through long outages after a storm, keeps the fridge cold during evacuations, and covers campgrounds when shore power drops. Sitting unused between storms is hard on it too: today's ethanol fuel goes stale in the carburetor, and a generator that hasn't been exercised often won't start when you finally need it.
When the Generator Won't Cooperate
Starts, Then Shuts Down
A generator that dies after a few seconds often points to low oil, a fuel pump problem, or a bad sensor.
Surges or Hunts
RPMs that rise and fall on their own usually mean a dirty carburetor or a fuel delivery problem.
Quits When the AC Starts
If it stalls under load, it may be undersized for the AC, out of tune, or not producing full output.
No Power to the Coach
The generator runs but nothing inside works, pointing to a breaker, the transfer switch, or wiring.
Smoke or Rough Running
Black, white, or blue smoke and rough running mean it needs attention before it causes more damage.
What a Generator Visit Covers
We start by checking oil, fuel, and the hour meter, then try to start it and watch how it behaves. A load test with the AC and other appliances running shows whether it holds voltage and frequency where they should be. From there we clean or rebuild the carburetor, replace filters and plugs, and check the fuel pump, governor, and output breaker. We service Onan, Generac, and common portable generators. Because the generator feeds the coach through the transfer switch, power problems often lead into RV Electrical Repair, and if it stalls only when the rooftop unit kicks on, we check that side too with RV AC Repair. It's all part of our mobile RV repair in New Orleans, from RV parks in New Orleans East to storage lots in Gretna.
- Start, run, and full load testing
- Carburetor cleaning and rebuild
- Oil, filter, plug, and fuel system service
Carburetors, Fuel, and Load: Generator Work
- Generator Won't Start Diagnosis
- Carburetor Cleaning and Rebuild
- Load Testing and Output Checks
- Fuel Pump and Fuel Line Repair
- Oil, Filter, and Spark Plug Service
- Pre-Hurricane Season Generator Check
Generator Questions From RV Owners
Why won't my RV generator start after sitting all summer?
The most common cause is stale fuel. Ethanol-blended gas breaks down in a few months and leaves varnish in the carburetor, so the engine cranks but won't run. Running the generator under load for a while each month keeps fuel moving and helps prevent it.
How often should I run my RV generator?
Onan and other manufacturers recommend running it under load for a couple of hours each month. That keeps fuel from going stale, lubricates the engine, and burns off moisture. It's especially worth doing before hurricane season.
Can my generator run my RV air conditioner?
Usually, if it's sized for it and running properly. A built-in Onan on most motorhomes is matched to the AC, but a tired or out-of-tune generator may stall when the compressor starts. Call (504) 766-5055 and we'll load test it at your site.
Get the Generator Running Before the Next Storm
RV generator repair across New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, Marrero, Chalmette, and Slidell. Call (504) 766-5055 or send the form.