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Posted: 11/10/2018 8:36:47 AM EDT
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Seems the Quipall Inverter 2200 watt gennies have dropped in price. They were routinely around $450 on eBay. Down to $319 shipped now.
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TX, USA
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Posted: 11/10/2018 12:35:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/12/2018 11:35:17 PM EDT
[Last Edit: GrasshopperNOmore]
[#3]
I picked up a Workzone 2kw inverter generator at my local Aldi for 199 today.
Does anyone know if this dipstick will work on mine? I know this generator is rebranded all over the place. https://www.homedepot.com/p/WEN-Magnetic-Oil-Dipstick-for-Inverter-Generators-Compatible-with-WEN-Yamaha-Predator-55201/303183057 Never mind. Looks like it should work according to last page. |
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Posted: 11/13/2018 1:26:20 PM EDT
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Anything wrong with shutting the generator down by turning off the fuel cap vent? Would like to store with the carb empty if possible.
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Posted: 11/13/2018 2:15:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GrasshopperNOmore:
Anything wrong with shutting the generator down by turning off the fuel cap vent? Would like to store with the carb empty if possible. |
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Posted: 11/13/2018 2:24:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GrasshopperNOmore:
Anything wrong with shutting the generator down by turning off the fuel cap vent? Would like to store with the carb empty if possible. Depending on the generator, you might be able to fiddle with the run switch to cut off the fuel flow right before it shuts the generator off or there may be a drain screw on the bowl. |
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Posted: 11/13/2018 3:46:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By danpass:
did you mean fuel On-Off valve? (that's the one you want to turn off vs anything on the cap) I can install a petcock later if it doesn't have one. Ran it a few hours today while prepping my old car for sale. Used it to power my shop vac and air compressor. I went inside to warm up and get some coffee after switching on the compressor. Came back out and the overload light was on. Label on compressor claims 10A, so it should be ok. Shut off and restarted generator, turned on ac and was unable to replicate the problem. 
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TX, USA
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Posted: 11/15/2018 2:41:35 PM EDT
[Last Edit: NeverBlue]
[#8]
Does anyone know if Aldi lists these gennies in there weekly adds when they go on sale?
I saw a bunch of them, but they are a bit out of the way for me, but I'd hate to miss it if they mark them way down. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 11/15/2018 8:12:50 PM EDT
[#9]
Deal alert!
Champion 3400-Watt Portable Dual Fuel Inverter Generator $684 shipped using promo code POWER20 |
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Posted: 11/15/2018 11:42:48 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SHD]
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njjjo
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Posted: 11/19/2018 10:37:22 AM EDT
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Best deal I've seen since I bought my 3500 for $650. 15% off regular price is $654. Good for 4 days. |
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Posted: 11/19/2018 6:15:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lowcountry:
https://ecp.yusercontent.com/mail?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.harborfreight.com%2Fcpi%2Femails%2F4618%2F15off%2Fimages%2Fbrand_coupon3.jpg&t=1542637961&ymreqid=130fb660-3901-6a35-1c31-5b0018010400&sig=CUM2b0mosdX.dmCXo434Fw--~C Best deal I've seen since I bought my 3500 for $650. 15% off regular price is $654. Good for 4 days. 
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Posted: 11/19/2018 6:34:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lowcountry:
https://ecp.yusercontent.com/mail?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.harborfreight.com%2Fcpi%2Femails%2F4618%2F15off%2Fimages%2Fbrand_coupon3.jpg&t=1542637961&ymreqid=130fb660-3901-6a35-1c31-5b0018010400&sig=CUM2b0mosdX.dmCXo434Fw--~C Best deal I've seen since I bought my 3500 for $650. 15% off regular price is $654. Good for 4 days. |
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Posted: 11/21/2018 10:23:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By onealphay2k: FYI, At the bottom of the email it says “In Store Only” I opted for neither, put it back and left. Oh well. More money for ammo. |
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Posted: 11/24/2018 11:09:52 AM EDT
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The Huntsville, AL Harbor Freight had three Predator 3500's for $450 each yesterday. They were open box with a 5 day "trial" period. Also had a 2000 for $350.
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Posted: 11/24/2018 1:20:13 PM EDT
[#16]
I finally pounced on an Aldi Workforce brand 2000. It was $209 in NOVA.
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Posted: 11/24/2018 1:25:21 PM EDT
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NE, USA
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Posted: 11/29/2018 3:35:55 PM EDT
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A few good deals I found:
Two quipall 2200's with parallel kit $679 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Quipall-2200I-Gas-Portable-Inverter-Generators-with-free-Parallel-Kit-New/283143752335?epid=10023433943&hash=item41ecaeca8f:g:iiEAAOSwWIJb4PPW DuroMax XP2000EH dual fuel propane/gas $359 https://www.ebay.com/itm/DuroMax-XP2000EH-2000-Watt-Dual-Fuel-Digital-Inverter-Hybrid-Portable-Generator/172921429458?epid=23007254952&hash=item2842eb9dd2:g:EhwAAOSwk1haAdcD Pulsar PG2200BIS dual fuel propane/gas $399 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Pulsar-2200W-Parallel-Ready-Portable-Dual-Fuel-Inverter-Generator-PG2200BiS/382598376255?epid=25025000521&hash=item5914a3eb3f:g:b~UAAOSwa6Zbya1n Quipall 2200 $318 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Quipall-2200I-Gas-Portable-Inverter-Generator-CARB-New/282968221824?epid=2147235929&hash=item41e2386880 |
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Posted: 11/29/2018 4:57:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunLvrPHD:
I finally pounced on an Aldi Workforce brand 2000. It was $209 in NOVA. |
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Posted: 11/29/2018 6:20:36 PM EDT
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I may get laughed out of the budget thread but NorthernTool has the double gift card deal going on now, with a lot of generators already on sale + effectively 20% off (via e-gift card) + free shipping. I fent.
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Posted: 11/29/2018 8:58:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jefflebowski:
Where at? |
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Posted: 11/30/2018 12:56:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunLvrPHD:
Ghetto Manassas Aldi on Sudley. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunLvrPHD:
Originally Posted By jefflebowski:
Where at? |
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Posted: 12/4/2018 6:20:49 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/6/2018 7:09:05 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Handydave]
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I just picked up a 2kw champion newer suitcase style generator for $349 at Home Depot. |
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Posted: 12/6/2018 9:33:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Handydave:
I just picked up a 2kw champion newer suitcase style generator for $349. |
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Posted: 12/7/2018 6:41:37 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTX:
Did you forget to finish your post before submitting, or is it a secret where you got it? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTX:
Originally Posted By Handydave:
I just picked up a 2kw champion newer suitcase style generator for $349. Online listed for $399 |
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Posted: 12/7/2018 8:37:38 AM EDT
[#27]
Thanks. That $399 appears to be a regular price, but free delivery makes it not a bad price. Doesn't appear to be quite as nice as the similar unit that is $499, but looks like it would get the job done.
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Posted: 12/7/2018 11:23:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jefflebowski:
Right down the road from my work, hmmm..... |
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Posted: 12/7/2018 3:36:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunLvrPHD:
Did you get one? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunLvrPHD:
Originally Posted By jefflebowski:
Right down the road from my work, hmmm..... |
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Posted: 12/9/2018 8:18:45 PM EDT
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Not its final resting place (Ill build a gen house in the alcove directly behind where this picture was taken), but it has performed admirably all day with the transfer switch I wired in. |
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Posted: 12/10/2018 6:10:51 AM EDT
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Has anyone ever tried or seen tried an extended 'exhaust pipe' on a small generator?
Basically what I want to do is use my generator with my camper, but position it under the tent that attaches to the entry side of the camper. Exhaust is the problem with this, but if I could attach some type of metallic flex tube to the exhaust and run it out under the camper to the rear. |
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Posted: 12/10/2018 11:30:02 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cucamelsmd15:
https://i.imgur.com/hNRrbhv.jpg Not its final resting place (Ill build a gen house in the alcove directly behind where this picture was taken), but it has performed admirably all day with the transfer switch I wired in. 
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Posted: 12/10/2018 11:31:27 AM EDT
[Last Edit: DVCER]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Matthew_Q:
Has anyone ever tried or seen tried an extended 'exhaust pipe' on a small generator? Basically what I want to do is use my generator with my camper, but position it under the tent that attaches to the entry side of the camper. Exhaust is the problem with this, but if I could attach some type of metallic flex tube to the exhaust and run it out under the camper to the rear. Just remote the genset. |
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Posted: 12/10/2018 11:28:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DVCER:
I gotta wonder why. That sounds like a really bad idea. Just remote the genset. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DVCER:
Originally Posted By Matthew_Q:
Has anyone ever tried or seen tried an extended 'exhaust pipe' on a small generator? Basically what I want to do is use my generator with my camper, but position it under the tent that attaches to the entry side of the camper. Exhaust is the problem with this, but if I could attach some type of metallic flex tube to the exhaust and run it out under the camper to the rear. Just remote the genset. I understand the caution, though. Dat exhaust is bad. Definitely best to avoid it. Problem is if I have the tent attached to my camper, and I want power, but there's a thunderstorm incoming and I'm boondocking, I'm fucked. I could slap the generator up in my truck bed, since I have a topper on it, but that depends on my truck being/staying close by. The tent attached to the camper won't move. |
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Posted: 12/10/2018 11:35:06 PM EDT
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I just put up a small tarp lean to remote from camp, put the genset under it. Lots quieter that way too.
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Posted: 12/11/2018 1:32:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DVCER:
I just put up a small tarp lean to remote from camp, put the genset under it. Lots quieter that way too. |
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Posted: 12/11/2018 8:20:32 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Matthew_Q: I've been thinking about a two level little cart type thing, because I did get one of those 6.5 gallon external tanks. I may look at something like that and just throw a tarp over it like a little A frame type tent. We'll see. |
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Posted: 12/11/2018 10:07:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jefflebowski: Did you get the external tank from eBay? |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 12/13/2018 8:33:00 PM EDT
[Last Edit: GnarlyDood]
[#39]
Hands down best review I've seen for one of these little generators. Never seen "power fist" brand before but it's identical to the aldi work zone.
Power Fist!!! |
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Posted: 12/13/2018 9:44:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Desert_AIP:
Wal-Mart has boat tanks in 3 and 6 gallons. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Desert_AIP:
Originally Posted By jefflebowski: Did you get the external tank from eBay? |
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Posted: 12/13/2018 10:16:53 PM EDT
[Last Edit: DVCER]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GnarlyDood:
Hands down best review I've seen for one of these little generators. Never seen "power fist" brand before but it's identical to the aldi work zone. Power Fist!!!  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 2:53:27 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Desert_AIP]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jefflebowski: Yeah, but what about hooking them up? Everything else at Wal-Mart.  Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached FileIndependent operation from 6 and 3 gallon tanks.  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 2:55:01 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Desert_AIP]
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Posted: 12/14/2018 7:40:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Desert_AIP: The only specialty piece is the cap from eBay/Amazon. Everything else at Wal-Mart. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/71432/Generator_Setup_03-308400_jpg_JPG-771527.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/71432/Generator_Setup_05-308396_jpg_JPG-771528.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/71432/Generator_Setup_04-308395_jpg_JPG-771529.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/71432/Generator_Setup_08-308399_jpg_JPG-771530.JPG Independent operation from 6 and 3 gallon tanks. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/71432/Generator_Setup_11-308398_jpg_JPG-771531.JPG on my Gheenoe so that I can use the gas tanks on it. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 11:46:46 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By danpass:
I would love to do that with my Champion 3100 (75531i) but the magic that makes it happen, a fuel pump, like what the Honda 2k has, is not present in the Champ. The Predator version was discussed earlier in the thread several pages back. The external tank will work if the tank is higher than the generator so it can gravity feed. |
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USA
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Posted: 12/14/2018 2:07:46 PM EDT
[Last Edit: slack_out]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DVCER:
Holy 2kw Batman, looks just like this! https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/857/595C2AF2-968F-49B8-8212-2D1A9140877B_png-771292.JPG Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DVCER:
Originally Posted By GnarlyDood:
Hands down best review I've seen for one of these little generators. Never seen "power fist" brand before but it's identical to the aldi work zone. Power Fist!!! https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/857/595C2AF2-968F-49B8-8212-2D1A9140877B_png-771292.JPG fyi there's an ebay code of PERFECTGAME for fleabay atm (good for sporting goods only), but the code doesn't work for generators. Otherwise I'd hop on a Pulsar today. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 10:40:54 PM EDT
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Power just went out.
A tree from the north of across the road came down on the line. I calmly got up. Went to the shop. Fired up one of the Hondas. Plugged the cord into the exterior inlet. Went in the garage and threw the interlock, killed all the breakers. Plugged the cord into the Benny. Turned on a few breakers, then went back to my couch and picked up my bourbon and took a sip. A minor 5 minute inconvenience. TV, internet, some lights, fireplace insert fan, fridge. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 10:47:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Desert_AIP:
Power just went out. A tree from the north of across the road came down on the line. I calmly got up. Went to the shop. Fired up one of the Hondas. Plugged the cord into the exterior inlet. Went in the garage and threw the interlock, killed all the breakers. Plugged the cord into the Benny. Turned on a few breakers, then went back to my couch and picked up my bourbon and took a sip. A minor 5 minute inconvenience. TV, internet, some lights, fireplace insert fan, fridge.  . I was planning to do it over xmas break
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Posted: 12/15/2018 5:07:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jefflebowski:
Did you get the external tank from eBay? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jefflebowski:
Originally Posted By Matthew_Q: I've been thinking about a two level little cart type thing, because I did get one of those 6.5 gallon external tanks. I may look at something like that and just throw a tarp over it like a little A frame type tent. We'll see. |
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