Recommendations for quiet portable generator
Hey Guys and Gals! I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations when it comes to purchasing a portable generator for recreational use? After a little research and reading some reviews, I think...
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I first went with a honda 2000 when I got my Wolf Creek, than I bought an AF with the 9600 AC and kept using the 2000. the 2000 would run the AC with no problems, I could run the generator on Eco mode (as long refreg and HW were on gas mode) but starting the AC the overload light would flash on. That 2000 would pull some RPM but it would run the AC.
Than I bought a Predator (harborfreight) 3500 invertor. The 3500 runs the same loads but barely comes off idle, much quitter than the Honda.
I used to have to run a Boat tank on the honda to make it through the night, the Predator does 11 hours on a tank of fuel.
Now I have a small motorhome with a 15000 BTU AC/Heatpump and the Predator runs it no problems (but the Honda will not)
the Predator comes with a 90 day warranty, for around $150 I bought 2 additional year warranty (total 27 months). This is a "no questions asked" warranty, just bring it back dry and exchange it. than you can buy an additional warranty on the new generator.
I also kept the honda. Between the 2 I have 5500W peak that I can run my home on using extension cords.
Than I bought a Predator (harborfreight) 3500 invertor. The 3500 runs the same loads but barely comes off idle, much quitter than the Honda.
I used to have to run a Boat tank on the honda to make it through the night, the Predator does 11 hours on a tank of fuel.
Now I have a small motorhome with a 15000 BTU AC/Heatpump and the Predator runs it no problems (but the Honda will not)
the Predator comes with a 90 day warranty, for around $150 I bought 2 additional year warranty (total 27 months). This is a "no questions asked" warranty, just bring it back dry and exchange it. than you can buy an additional warranty on the new generator.
I also kept the honda. Between the 2 I have 5500W peak that I can run my home on using extension cords.
