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z619
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Jun 30, 2018

Inverter generators?????

I'm new to the world of RV'ing and so far the taste I've had is GREAT!! I've been researching inverter generators and am wondering, has anyone heard of, and or used, a PureWave Electric Key Start DG-3500 Digital Generator Inverter? I know Honda is the best, but I need to do this on a budget, also, any opinions on the Champion Digital Hybrid?

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  • z619 wrote:
    If this is something I did, I apologize. Im new...what does this mean?
    It means that this thread is not going to turn into a war over generator noise, or Honda bashing. At least I hope that's what it means.
  • Generators can definitely get spendy. Despite that, try hard to get an inverter model, and then (in my opinion) go for more gen that you will need, or at least select a model that can be paralleled to another later. I don't think you need to go for a Honda or Yamaha to get a good one. Once again, just my opinion.

    Too much budget-mindedness often costs more in the long run, once you realize the cheap gen you bought is also way too loud to tolerate for more than a few minutes. There are budget minded gens out there that also provide clean power at reduced decibels. A lot of your decision should be based on what you need this generator to do. Just charge your battery(s)? You may get by with a small 1000 watt model. Run the air conditioner, you will likely want closer to 3000 watts. Decisions decisions :)
  • z619 wrote:
    jplante4 wrote:
    WARNING: All posts with no DIRECT relevance to the OP will be deleted post haste.


    If this is something I did, I apologize. Im new...what does this mean?

    You did nothing wrong, don't worry. Sometimes forum members make comments that are not relevent to the discussion.

    And, don't hesitate to ask questions. Someone will have the answer.
  • jplante4 wrote:
    WARNING: All posts with no DIRECT relevance to the OP will be deleted post haste.


    If this is something I did, I apologize. Im new...what does this mean?
  • RollandB wrote:
    Great info, thanks for sharing. Only wish they had the Champion Dual Fuel included

    I don't own one (yet) but, I wouldn't hesitate to buy any Champion generator.
    The digital hybrid is probably not as quiet as an inverter generator.
    Where do you plan to use it? That should be part of your research.

    Welcome to the forum. :C
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