Shut off your freaking Gen Set!

[okcnewbie]

Originally Posted by DirtRider

...But people suggesting he call security--that's cutting off your nose to spite your face. If you have a problem with how someone is behaving, go tell them in a polite way you have a problem. If you're not comfortable with that (there's many reasons not to be), use your wheels. Don't assume that the casino should spend a minute worrying about your comfort in your free accommodations..

If as the OP said, the casino set quiet hours than it's perfectly acceptable to ask the parking lot security driving around to mention it to the offender. Not a big deal. They might also tell you that they don't enforce any of the rules.

We are just finishing up our first season of part timing. I personally have found that people seem to be more considerate than I would have expected. We have met amazing people at most stops.

I have been told by a parking lot security guard in Walmart that I had only two hours to park. It was the rule and he was just letting me know. Even the guard was cool when I mentioned what we were gonna do he said no problem if we got back an hour or so later.

[Hurricane-TX]

I had a similar night one time at a Wal Mart parking lot about 10 years ago. Had a nice spot near some trees along the edge of the lot. The store closed around 10 PM and everything was nice and quiet. About midnight an old Greyhound bus conversion pulled into the lot. I don't know if it was his generator or he just left the negine running but it was loud diesel noise until he pulled out around 6 AM. I learned my lesson in you get what you pay for! This night made me rethink my ideas about stopping for free in parking lots, whether it's a truck stop, casino or big box store.

[Shutterbug57]

Originally Posted by ThunderRidge

Ever overnight at a truck stop?

Yup and it doesn’t bother me a bit.

[BillJinOR]

If it's a campground I can see it. If it's an unpaid parking lot RV area on a hot night well....
Personally, I drove a truck for almost 30 years ... the sound of a generator droning on would lull me to sleep in seconds. DW not so much.

[BillJinOR]

Originally Posted by hohenwald48

I can't imagine anyone running a generator at the Seven Feathers RV park. It looks pretty 1st class to me.

Seven feathers have atop notch RV park, across the freeway from the Casino. They ALSO have a free pull-thru parking lot paved and lined Very close together spots, beside the Casino for RV's to park! (not camp) I have used it one time heading south out of Portland ( My old home) late one night. I never noticed any Gen time signs but it's been a few years. Free parking is, well, Free. Many places(casinos ) that have a paid campground don't have Free parking. Good on seven feathers if they allow it.

[1Blue78]

Originally Posted by BillJinOR

If it's a campground I can see it. If it's an unpaid parking lot RV area on a hot night well....
Personally, I drove a truck for almost 30 years ... the sound of a generator droning on would lull me to sleep in seconds. DW not so much.

Haha - yup, I spent many nights in a skid shack with a skid light plant next door. When I went home it was too quiet and I could not sleep, I missed the constant steady drone of that diesel...

One thing to remember is that the only time a generator ISN'T annoying is when its yours...

[Pointerman]

Originally Posted by TandW

ADA would like to have a talk with you!!!

No offense, but Google is your friend. Also, if you require a CPAP why would you go to a sight that has rules against a generator after certain hours, but no hookups to run your CPAP? At some point personal responsibility for yourself should kick in as well as some sort of respect for others around you.

"Is sleep apnea considered a disability by the ADA?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has informally expressed skepticism over whether sleep apnea meets the ADA's definition of a disability. At least one federal appellate court has ruled that sleep apnea does not qualify under the ADA."

[SacRV]

What do you expect when staying at a free campsite. Not saying it’s acceptable, but you get what you pay for.

[Dakotah]

I’m impressed. Since the site is free it seems that many people don’t think rules need to be followed. I guess I was raised differently.

[Dieselgem]

I use mine when at the casino. I am there to Gamble and be comfortable. If someone is annoying you call the Casino. I would be interested in the response.

[TandW]

Originally Posted by Pointerman

No offense, but Google is your friend. Also, if you require a CPAP why would you go to a sight that has rules against a generator after certain hours, but no hookups to run your CPAP? At some point personal responsibility for yourself should kick in as well as some sort of respect for others around you.

"Is sleep apnea considered a disability by the ADA?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has informally expressed skepticism over whether sleep apnea meets the ADA's definition of a disability. At least one federal appellate court has ruled that sleep apnea does not qualify under the ADA."

Could be you are right. Could be you are wrong. Could be that you'll spend the rest of your camping days wondering if your own generator is bothering someone.
I'll be running mine if need be so that I don't desaturate while sleeping.

[Pointerman]

Originally Posted by Dakotah

I’m impressed. Since the site is free it seems that many people don’t think rules need to be followed. I guess I was raised differently.

Amen! Some people make good neighbors and others let their dog crap on your lawn. I prefer to hang out with those that care for others even if it means a little less comfort for them. RVing isn't supposed to be like driving an LA freeway; every man for himself. I thought this was a fairly considerate and respectful group of folks.

[Pointerman]

Originally Posted by TandW

Could be you are right. Could be you are wrong. Could be that you'll spend the rest of your camping days wondering if your own generator is bothering someone.
I'll be running mine if need be so that I don't desaturate while sleeping.

I always think of my neighbors whether camping or at home. To each his own. I sleep well at night and have no enemies.

[Psneeld]

Originally Posted by saddlesore

Casino??
No Hookups? freebie parking?
Hot night/Cold night/Anytime I or the Wife is in the RV ......
that Gen set will be running..
Her Health TRUMPS your wishes..

EVERY TIME!

Unless the rules trump yours....


Then....