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Originally Posted By criio1:
I don't see that the HF inverter generators have s 240v output. Is that correct? Can they be ran in series to get 240v? View Quote The only inverter genny that has 240 is the Honda 7000 ETA: I may be wrong or at least that unit is the smallest, cheapest available that has 240 Also, pg 40 ownage |
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Originally Posted By criio1:
I don't see that the HF inverter generators have s 240v output. Is that correct? Can they be ran in series to get 240v? View Quote 240V inverter generators run around $4000 or more. Since most household loads are 120V, you can bridge L1 and L2 and provide 120V to those loads on both legs with a single generator. |
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Originally Posted By boolzi:
I was at harbor freight today and the 2000 predator is going to be priced at $339 over the weekend. I tried to by some but they told me the sale doesn’t start til tomorrow. They said I could pay $30 for a membership and buy it today or could come back tomorrow or even buy it online tomorrow for $339. Their website shows the sale but it isn’t showing the sale price. I guess today members get the early pricing. Worth checking out if your in the market for one. View Quote I see it for $439 on their site. Is their supposed to be a coupon? I would buy one at $339... |
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Originally Posted By phatmax: I also have this AiPower Noise and Smoke 12000/9000: ($800 at Sam's Club) https://scene7.samsclub.com/is/image/samsclub/0085121700611_A?wid=1500&hei=1500&fmt=jpg&qlt=80 View Quote I just got me a Champion 9200/11,500 model 100110 a couple weeks ago from Electric Generators Direct for $935 with free shipping. It has the 50 amp 240v outlet and runs my Generlink which has a max of 10k watts running. I had been looking for another HF 2000w invertor until I got this. Now, I likely will only use the HF 2k for expected limited events or camping,etc. I looked at the AI, but there was something about it that I didn't like over the Champion(wish I could remember now) |
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I think I meant parallel.
Anyways for what it's worth I have a Honda (non inverter) and I ran a 240v 30a outdoor RV hookup to the outside wall. When I need to run a generator I kill the main and all of the 240v breakers that the generator can't support, and I plug in a heavy duty custom made SO cable from the generator in a detached garage to the RV outlet. The outlet is nice because Its universal. The SO cable was expensive, but it's specifically made to handle the amperage over that distance. I'd like to ruin an exhaust thimble through the wall so the generator can be ran with the doors closed, but a custom made one is about as expensive as a high end generator and I'm not wanting to take that DIY-burn the building down chance. |
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Originally Posted By phatmax: I also have this AiPower Noise and Smoke 12000/9000: ($800 at Sam's Club) https://scene7.samsclub.com/is/image/samsclub/0085121700611_A?wid=1500&hei=1500&fmt=jpg&qlt=80 Specifications 12,000 starting watts 9,000 running watts High-performance alternator Ergonomically angled compact control panel Push button provides effortless start Intelligent Automatic Voltage Regulator(AVR) helps minimize voltage fluctuations and deliver consistent stable power under load 7-gallon, large heavy-duty all steel construction fuel tank provides up to nine hours of run time at 50% load High-quality, bright red, powder coat finish is attractive yet rustproof Built-in ergonmically designed hand and 9.5 in. never flat wheels provide easy mobility Low oil shut down automatically protects engine from potential damage 12V-14AH maintenance free battery included Digital hour meter for monitoring runtimes and scheduling of maintenance intervals Four NEMA 120VAC 20A, GFCI protected outlets One NEMA 120VAC 30A,L14-30R twist-lock outlet One NEMA 120/240VAC 50A, 14-50R industrial grade outlet One 12VDC 8.3A adapter plug- can be used for recharging the battery or with USB adapter View Quote |
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Originally Posted By gitarmac:
Haven't had electricity since about 0130 am. It was too rainy and windy to do anything about it though. I'm fixing to set up the genny before I go to work. Need to be sure someone else is going to be here. Everyone is still sleeping. Glad I got one when I did. Wish I had gotten another 10 guage extension cord though. View Quote |
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Originally Posted By boolzi:
I was at harbor freight today and the 2000 predator is going to be priced at $339 over the weekend. I tried to by some but they told me the sale doesn’t start til tomorrow. They said I could pay $30 for a membership and buy it today or could come back tomorrow or even buy it online tomorrow for $339. Their website shows the sale but it isn’t showing the sale price. I guess today members get the early pricing. Worth checking out if your in the market for one. View Quote |
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Originally Posted By Miami_JBT:
We will do that when we move out of this house and into a bigger one. Right now extension cords work. Ain't perfect, but it works. Yeah, we suffered some damage but we're doing fine. That first pic I posted was me working during the storm. Oh what fun. View Quote |
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Originally Posted By SparticleBrane:
I panic-bought an Echo Bearcat IG2000 from a local lawn and garden place, for $900 right before Hurricane Florence. It was the only place around that had a generator. After seeing some of the deals in this thread I am pretty upset with the price I paid, especially considering that this place does not take returns. I have not turned on yet. Maybe I can sell it to someone on craigslist and recoup some of the wasted money. Seriously, $170 – $250 for a 2000W inverter generator? That's a damn steal if they work. View Quote If you think it was a mistake, learn from it. What else should you buy before the next panic buy comes so you're ready for it? Buy that now. How are you with long term food storage? Clean water? Alternate heat? Do you have enough gas for the generator? Buy now. |
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AAR on my Predator 3500W Inverter generator.
Last weekend we went to the drag races in Norwalk, OH and the only RV spots open were the 'No Electricity' sites. We used that generator to run our RV through the weekend. I did install an additional 12V battery on the RV so we didn't need to run it at night but it had enough power to run our AC unit when it got hot midday without a hiccup. I had it under the slideout in case of rain (good thing I did) and when it was running you could barely hear it. I think I paid ~$600 when it was on sale. The schmuck 2 RVs down had an open frame genny and let it run all-night. |
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Originally posted by: KA3B
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Originally Posted By phatmax:
I also have this AiPower Noise and Smoke 12000/9000: ($800 at Sam's Club) https://scene7.samsclub.com/is/image/samsclub/0085121700611_A?wid=1500&hei=1500&fmt=jpg&qlt=80 Specifications 12,000 starting watts 9,000 running watts High-performance alternator Ergonomically angled compact control panel Push button provides effortless start Intelligent Automatic Voltage Regulator(AVR) helps minimize voltage fluctuations and deliver consistent stable power under load 7-gallon, large heavy-duty all steel construction fuel tank provides up to nine hours of run time at 50% load High-quality, bright red, powder coat finish is attractive yet rustproof Built-in ergonmically designed hand and 9.5 in. never flat wheels provide easy mobility Low oil shut down automatically protects engine from potential damage 12V-14AH maintenance free battery included Digital hour meter for monitoring runtimes and scheduling of maintenance intervals Four NEMA 120VAC 20A, GFCI protected outlets One NEMA 120VAC 30A,L14-30R twist-lock outlet One NEMA 120/240VAC 50A, 14-50R industrial grade outlet One 12VDC 8.3A adapter plug- can be used for recharging the battery or with USB adapter View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By phatmax:
Originally Posted By Desert_AIP:
No. 240V inverter generators run around $4000 or more. Since most household loads are 120V, you can bridge L1 and L2 and provide 120V to those loads on both legs with a single generator. https://scene7.samsclub.com/is/image/samsclub/0085121700611_A?wid=1500&hei=1500&fmt=jpg&qlt=80 Specifications 12,000 starting watts 9,000 running watts High-performance alternator Ergonomically angled compact control panel Push button provides effortless start Intelligent Automatic Voltage Regulator(AVR) helps minimize voltage fluctuations and deliver consistent stable power under load 7-gallon, large heavy-duty all steel construction fuel tank provides up to nine hours of run time at 50% load High-quality, bright red, powder coat finish is attractive yet rustproof Built-in ergonmically designed hand and 9.5 in. never flat wheels provide easy mobility Low oil shut down automatically protects engine from potential damage 12V-14AH maintenance free battery included Digital hour meter for monitoring runtimes and scheduling of maintenance intervals Four NEMA 120VAC 20A, GFCI protected outlets One NEMA 120VAC 30A,L14-30R twist-lock outlet One NEMA 120/240VAC 50A, 14-50R industrial grade outlet One 12VDC 8.3A adapter plug- can be used for recharging the battery or with USB adapter |
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Originally Posted By BigJayA: ...it just came to me, my hf 3500 came with one of these cables. Am i supposed to be keeping the battery charged with it or does the battery charge itself? http://gdurl.com/OFtb View Quote in real life, you should just get a battery charger, and use that, as you can supply more amps from the charger, than through the generator 12v circuit |
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Can anyone suggest a good generator for me. I need it for my office. I'd like to power 4 computers, a copier, and one of those portable a.c. units. I haven't bought the a.c. unit either.
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Any more reviews on the 2000W from Aldi?
It’s $249 around me. |
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Originally Posted By cm:
Get it It's a rebranded pulsar. Info on the last couple of pages View Quote Originally Posted By orion251:
Someone posted earlier that it is made by Pulsar. For $249 I would only have to debate between buying one or two... View Quote |
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Originally Posted By wakeboarder:
Any more reviews on the 2000W from Aldi? It’s $249 around me. View Quote |
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Breaking in the Pulsar I got during the last Ebay coupon code. Added the oil they supplied, some gas I had in the garage (gas was treated but not ethanol free). Also using a magnetic oil plug that I got from Amazon. It started on the first pull..... Plugged in a 1000w hot plate and letting it run. Will drain the oil and replace with Mobile 1 5W30 and swap out the plug for a NGK when break in is complete.
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Originally Posted By orion251:
Breaking in the Pulsar I got during the last Ebay coupon code. Added the oil they supplied, some gas I had in the garage (gas was treated but not ethanol free). Also using a magnetic oil plug that I got from Amazon. It started on the first pull..... Plugged in a 1000w hot plate and letting it run. Will drain the oil and replace with Mobile 1 5W30 and swap out the plug for a NGK when break in is complete. View Quote |
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Originally Posted By tarfin:
Glad you and the Mrs are OK. What is your genny and what all are you powering on it? How is the fuel consumption? Interested on how a real need setup is working out. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By tarfin:
Originally Posted By Miami_JBT:
We will do that when we move out of this house and into a bigger one. Right now extension cords work. Ain't perfect, but it works. Yeah, we suffered some damage but we're doing fine. That first pic I posted was me working during the storm. Oh what fun. I started off with both gennies full plus 27 gallons. I'm down to about 15-17 gallons plus what is in the gennies at the moment. Personally, I'm burnt out working Alpha/Bravo and swapping between doing shit in the day to keep my wife comfortable and safe for the evening when I'm out working. I'm getting maybe 3 to 4 hours of sleep a day right now. |
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Originally Posted By ffemt596: When do you buy them at that price? View Quote Attached File Been breaking them in today. Still have another half an hour and then they'll be ready for oil changes. The parallel kit from Harbor Freight works fine - had to use a meter to figure out which connection on the generator was neutral and line, but otherwise it was plug and play. |
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Aldi are down to about $259 in NOVA. I expect if there are any still around in a week the price will drop again.
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Originally Posted By pdm:
Just came back from HF. They had a "open box" 3500 in the clearance section for $475....damn, I don't need it but was close to buying it.... just because. Looked brand new. Picked up a Predator parallel kit and now to see if my Workzone 2000 and Quipall 2200 will work with it. Paid $249 and $299 for those two respectively and they suit my purposes well. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By pdm:
Originally Posted By jefflebowski: If you don’t have a generator at all, I’d get the HF 3500. Picked up a Predator parallel kit and now to see if my Workzone 2000 and Quipall 2200 will work with it. Paid $249 and $299 for those two respectively and they suit my purposes well. |
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I've tried to read this entire thread, but I'm not seeing a lot of feedback on the A-iPower units. I was all set to pick up a Honda EU2200i, but the price that Sam's has now on this A-iPower is tempting:
https://www.samsclub.com/sams/sua2300i-2300w-inverter-gen/prod22271213.ip?xid=plp_product_1_6 Regular $499, but now $50 off. Couple that with 5% back with a Chase card this quarter and that makes it a net of around $425. It appears to be similar to the other 79cc Chinese models, but I'm unsure whether to take a chance or just stick with the Honda. I've already got a couple of 4,000 watt smokers, just looking for something a little quieter and easier to handle for around the house. |
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Originally Posted By RTX:
I've tried to read this entire thread, but I'm not seeing a lot of feedback on the A-iPower units. I was all set to pick up a Honda EU2200i, but the price that Sam's has now on this A-iPower is tempting: https://www.samsclub.com/sams/sua2300i-2300w-inverter-gen/prod22271213.ip?xid=plp_product_1_6 Regular $499, but now $50 off. Couple that with 5% back with a Chase card this quarter and that makes it a net of around $425. It appears to be similar to the other 79cc Chinese models, but I'm unsure whether to take a chance or just stick with the Honda. I've already got a couple of 4,000 watt smokers, just looking for something a little quieter and easier to handle for around the house. View Quote One minus is that they only have one 120V 5-20R outlet but they do have a L5-30R outlet built in. The EU2200i has a bigger engine (121cc) and from what I've seen, Honda's seem better at handling loads over the running wattage rating. |
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Originally Posted By jefflebowski:
Oh my, I would have fo'ed so hard. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By jefflebowski:
Originally Posted By pdm:
Originally Posted By jefflebowski: If you don't have a generator at all, I'd get the HF 3500. Picked up a Predator parallel kit and now to see if my Workzone 2000 and Quipall 2200 will work with it. Paid $249 and $299 for those two respectively and they suit my purposes well. |
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Originally Posted By Engineer:
Two of the local Aldi's were clearing them out at that price. One still had a couple left after I got mine. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/56/0801D5DF-8FF1-494B-8AEC-229B98F69E26_jpeg-705438.JPG Been breaking them in today. Still have another half an hour and then they'll be ready for oil changes. The parallel kit from Harbor Freight works fine - had to use a meter to figure out which connection on the generator was neutral and line, but otherwise it was plug and play. View Quote Three of the four have simply removed their generators from display rather than put them on clearance. They have a bunch of other summer merchandise at 1/2 price. One still has the same four generators they've had in stock for the last 2 or 3 months, at full price. I'm checking there every day. It's frustrating |
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Originally Posted By danpass:
My personal experience was such that I went to the trouble of installing a dedicated generator outlet on the wall outside, wiring it into the breaker panel, and installing a manual transfer switch to cut the panel from the main. But I tend to be the type to go through as much trouble as necessary to create incredible ease on the other side. Now I just throw the transfer switch, plug genny into wall, and start genny . Everything that ran on 120, once again runs on 120 lol (the 240 circuits won't see that voltage so I just leave those breakers on) When power comes back on, turn off genny, unplug and store, throw transfer switch. No extension cables, power strips, ad infinitum, to mess with View Quote |
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Originally Posted By recoiljunky:
Can anyone suggest a good generator for me. I need it for my office. I'd like to power 4 computers, a copier, and one of those portable a.c. units. I haven't bought the a.c. unit either. View Quote |
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Originally Posted By Engineer:
I have an A-iPower SC2000i which is the 2000W model with the Yamaha engine and while I don't have too many hours on it, so far I've been happy with it. I called A-iPower to get a spare air filter and they sent one out to me at no charge. One minus is that they only have one 120V 5-20R outlet but they do have a L5-30R outlet built in. The EU2200i has a bigger engine (121cc) and from what I've seen, Honda's seem better at handling loads over the running wattage rating. View Quote I like Honda products, but considering an end price of $425-430 for the A-iPower - less than half the price - it might be worth taking a chance. I had considered saving a few bucks with the Harbor unit, but that sale price from Sam's makes it hard to resist. |
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Ebay has a DuroMax XP4850EH genny on sale
Great generator for $299. Its dual fuel and got me through this hurricane without any issues. I ran my fridge, freezer, fans, tv, bluray. |
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Originally Posted By Miami_JBT:
I have an older 5250w clunker that produces dirty energy. I run it during the day to power the fridge and AC. At night I run my HF Predator 2000w Inverter to power the bedroom AC, lights, and fan. The Predator does a gallon a in 18 hours. The 5250 has a seven gallon tank and I only put one gallon in it. I started off with both gennies full plus 27 gallons. I'm down to about 15-17 gallons plus what is in the gennies at the moment. Personally, I'm burnt out working Alpha/Bravo and swapping between doing shit in the day to keep my wife comfortable and safe for the evening when I'm out working. I'm getting maybe 3 to 4 hours of sleep a day right now. View Quote |
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Originally Posted By lizARdman15: Nope, not even in parallel unless you get fancy with a converter The only inverter genny that has 240 is the Honda 7000 ETA: I may be wrong or at least that unit is the smallest, cheapest available that has 240 Also, pg 40 ownage View Quote Briggs Q6500 |
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Originally Posted By SHD:
For those in the area of Missouri City, TX, the Aldi is renovating and the manager wants the generators gone. There are 2 or 3 left. They are marked $249, but if you'll ask, he'll ring them up for $99 each, plus tax. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/199953/20181017_195627_jpg-708689.JPG View Quote You. Win. |
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Originally Posted By choppystx:
What about the Briggs and Stratton Q6500? I believe it does 240V. $1260 at Home Depot Briggs Q6500 https://images.homedepot-static.com/productImages/c56a1dbf-677a-45a9-927b-5b5359a0e880/svn/briggs-stratton-inverter-generators-030675-64_1000.jpg View Quote It does have 240v capability, but it is only a 30 amp with @4800 watt running. The 6500 is surge. But yes, very much the same but cheaper than the Honda. It is B&S, so there is that. |
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