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TOMMY47
Explorer
Jan 10, 2013

powerhouse generator

Anyone familiar with Powerhouse generators? They have a 2000 that runs at 1600 and a 2100 that runs at 2000. Small like the Hondas and
Yamahas and supposed to be similarly quiet. Way cheaper. Anyone have one of these and any problems?
  • A friend of mine got the 3100 the same time I got the 2100. They both have a choke and a primer and they both start easy.
  • Recent rv magazine test of the 3100 put it as a direct contender for Honda EU3000 with same db at full load and considerable cost savings. They used a sound meter to test.
  • RoyB's avatar
    RoyB
    Explorer II
    I looked up the 2100 PowerHouse model at AMAZON with reviews.
    Sure is a black looking thing... You might trip over this one in the dark...
    Lots of info at the AMAZON Site. I always like to go Amazon to read their reviews on products...

    I dont think I got to see anything on how loud these were... That might be a red flag... One review said they didnt have a choke and was hard to start... Alot of other great reviews...
    Powerhouse PH2100PRi 2100WATT


    sample photo from google images

    Roy Ken
  • pianotuna--searced it --seems mostly good. I have done a lot of looking on line and find generally positive reviews.
  • Hi Tommy,

    Be careful--do some more research--just type powerhouse into the search box.
  • It is an inverter also just like the hondas and yamahas plus, as noted in the 2nd reply, has an electric start.
    I think this is the way I'll go .
    K Charles--thanks for the reply.
  • I have had a 2100 electric start and remote for about 2 years and it works good for me.
  • Ron3rd's avatar
    Ron3rd
    Explorer III
    It might be one of the Chinese Honda clones. If it's an inverter genny, it might be worth a try.

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