Yes. I use a mil surplus 3kw onan diesel. Its 110. 220 single and 3 phase.
Let's start with what do you need/ want to power in an emergency and what preferred fuel?
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Yes. I use a mil surplus 3kw onan diesel. Its 110. 220 single and 3 phase.
Let's start with what do you need/ want to power in an emergency and what preferred fuel?
FUEL will be a deciding factor. After talking with family back in ny and as wolf202 pointed out to me a few weeks back. Choose one that you will have alternative fuel capabilities.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wulf202
Was told gas stations in the metro area up to X distance from nyc, long island and surrounding areas are out of gas. They are running low, water contamination or hoarding. LE depts were notified NO FUEL deliveries until future notice!!!
I have a 6500w gas gen now. I will be looking to add a diesel gen in the near future. Will also research the propane ones as well.
Though I am not big on generators for high drain/short periods the one Wulf202 would be ideal. Like when you need to fire up the welder.[Flower]Quote:
Will also research the propane ones as well.
I am looking for a generator as well. I want to be able to take it with me as well and or take it for extended camping trips.
get a honda e2000 and be done with it.Quote:
Originally Posted by enthusiast
You can get conversions for several types to go to propane.Quote:
Originally Posted by jim
Personally: I choose the smallest one I can get away with. Only powering the fridge, furnace or lights. Transfer switch installed, I can run either or all three items. I use a older Coleman 1850 (surge) generator. runs many hours on a gallon of gas. Portable, about 65 pounds I think.
I'd hate to run a big generator that sucks gas for only a few items when a smaller unit will do.
I'd get the e2000 that Wulf202 suggest. I'll get one too someday. Great product. Just $$.
One just like mine on craigslist for $200, can't beat that deal!
http://denver.craigslist.org/tls/3336317882.html
Thanks. That got me started on what to look for. I found this video that really explains all of the components well. This would be what I would like to do and I can pull them and take them on the road.
Anyone a honda generator dealer? [Beer]
that guy has got to be an engineer...
That shit makes no sense but it's pretty on paper.
Holy smokes there's a lot of gennies on Craigslist. Thanks for reviving this thread.
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Originally Posted by Wulf202
[LOL][LOL][LOL][LOL][LOL] True dat. especially when you point to something and go. So what's that for? ummmmmmmmmmm let me look at the drawings.
Like my late friend, could build a nuke in home depot, but couldn't tie his shoes.