[Shop-talk] New Generator

[nick brearley]

john Mitchell wrote:
> Thanks for the insights.  My 5000 watt generator would run 8 hours on
> 2.5 gallons and I always keep 15 gallons stored with stabil.  I hate to
> spend $3000 on something that rarely gets used.  My other big concern is
> noise.  I've read that diesel generators are much quieter.  John
> On 12/1/2013 9:30 PM, Doug Braun wrote:

There is the lpg option. I've just bought an lpg kit for my EU20i that 
is supposed to use 0.33 kg propane per hour. That generator is big 
enough to run a central heating pump, a couple of freezers and give a 
bit of light but would not be big enough for your needs.

Regarding diesel generators and noise. I'd be surprised if diesel was 
quieter but ultimately it comes down to the sound deadening 
encapsulation. I have a bit of experience with a floodlighting generator 
powered by a Cummins 4BT3.9. While that isn't noisy I certainly wouldn't 
want it running all night outside the house.

This is an interesting website by someone who earns a living repairing 
Honda generators:

http://www.petepower.co.uk/choosing-generators.html

Starts with the small camping models then goes on to the larger items 
that may be of interest to you.

Hope you get sorted before winter sets in. Don't know how long you plan 
staying in the house but 30 years from a Yamaha generator is a pretty 
good recommendation.

Nick Brearley