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The only problem with the Husky type is noise. They tend to be very loud and not practical for campgrounds. For that reason the Honda, Yamaha, Boily,etc.- small, inverter type are so popular. They are very quiet, sip gas, are light weight- but over twice the cost of the Husky type.
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BruteForce
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I'd recommend at least a 4000 minimum to turn over that AC.
argyll1st
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I think the word "Honda" says it all, I run a fleet of vehicles that all use small honda 5.5 , 6 & 9hp engines and they are used every day for 2/3 hrs a day for for years ansd years, I have on that 10yrs old and never even had a new spark plug ! it looks like sh*t but it just keeps running and running, thats why they recomend Honda..................
wdk450
Well-known member
A 3 decibel change in sound power is equal to DOUBLING the sound power. The 63 to 73 decibel change is about 10 times difference in sound power.
BruteForce
Well-known member
As has been posted, reliability and noise. Most AC units require at least 4k to turnover, so keep that in mind. Additionally, there may be a time when you have the AC on and decide you also need to microwave some popcorn.
westxsrt10
Perfict Senior Member
Be carefull on the ratings given... "Peak" power versis "Continuous". We had a ($400) PowerMaxx 4400watt peak-3500cont. and it would not run the AC and 1/2 oven. at once. It was 68 db and decided it was too loud for a campground.
The 3600 SI Boliy we now have runs AC + Oven and is 53-58 db. ($900)
davebennington
Senior Member
I am looking at the Ramsond Sinemate 4500 it kicks out 3500 watts and produces 59db, weighs 84 lbs and is setup for 30 amp RV service. It looks like a pretty good unit for $1000.00 and free shipping.
Their web site is http://www.ramsond.com/proddetail.php?prod=SINEMATE4500&cat=Inverter Generators
Dave
Their web site is http://www.ramsond.com/proddetail.php?prod=SINEMATE4500&cat=Inverter Generators
Dave
westxsrt10
Perfict Senior Member
Says it 3200 watt on the link.....how would one get a $1799 + shipping cost for $1000 shipped free?
argyll1st
Well-known member
I think this customer had his fill of Ramsond
http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/ramsond-generator-c238294.html
If it looks to good to be true.............................then it is !
http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/ramsond-generator-c238294.html
If it looks to good to be true.............................then it is !
davebennington
Senior Member
Here is another site that has Honda generators for sale at a very low price. Has anyone done business with these people?
http://indoretailstore.com/store/products/Honda-EU3000iSA-Generator.html
Dave
http://indoretailstore.com/store/products/Honda-EU3000iSA-Generator.html
Dave
branson4020
Icantre Member
Their minimum order is 20 units - or maybe thats just if you want free shipping from Indonesia. Hard to understand since their english is so poor.
Ray LeTourneau
Senior Member - Past Moderator
here is the link to the genny I have. No complaints about it so far. It sets idle for a month at a time and starts on the 2nd pull. Quiet, light and cheap. I didn't do a lot of researh to see if there were any complaints on any blogs or whatever so see if you can dig up some dirt. Here's the link http://store.boliygenerator.com/
rjfrider
Member
I agree with many who've said that a 3,000 won't cut it with A/C and other load at the same time. Even though some would check the power rating of the A/C motor, and then compare it to the power rating of the generator, an electric motor will draw up to 5 times rated watts upon startup of the A/C motor. That is why our A/C units trip the generator breakers. rider
The Boliy is a fine genny as is the Kipor 3500TI. I have both and either will run the 15K AC. The Kipor is a pinch quieter but 50 pounds heavier. The Kipor has electric start but the Boliy starts on the 2nd or third pull every time. I think they are about the same price now. I like them both.
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