jerrodh Posted December 11, 2016 Report Share Posted December 11, 2016 I know nothing about these and looking at getting a small one for a gift. Anyone have any recommendations. Looking to run a deep freezer and refrigerator off of it primary and then some power tools when not being used as a backup. Light house hold duty. Would really like to be in the $200-$300 range I fould these two pretty local to me (See cleveland) not sure if these would be decent or not? http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/tld/5880890167.html http://cleveland.craigslist.org/for/5902229278.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl1647545492 Posted December 11, 2016 Report Share Posted December 11, 2016 For that money get a new one if its light dutyhttp://www.harborfreight.com/engines-generators/gas-engine-generators.html You can normally get a bunch off by going in with a 20 % coupon and they do sales too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versluis Posted December 12, 2016 Report Share Posted December 12, 2016 Spend a little bit more and go with a Generac. We have multiple different sizes too, but I personally wouldn't cheap out on one. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Generac-3-250-Watt-Gasoline-Powered-Portable-Generator-5982/202831472 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlr8tn Posted December 12, 2016 Report Share Posted December 12, 2016 is noise an issue? Both of those would be pretty loud. I have a couple gens. I have a 5500 that's basically the same as that Wen. I bought it at Pep Boys about 10-12 years ago. It's loud as hell but it gets the job done. I also have a Champion 2000i that I use for the camper during the winter when I boondock. It's an awesome little gen that's really quiet but wouldn't be up for everything you're wanting to run. If I was picking one of those 2 it would be the champion 4k. Personally to run a house during a power outtage I would want more than 4k watts but then your budget goes up. Another thing to consider is gas usage. My 5500 uses 6 gallons of gas every 12 hours or so. That adds up to be a shit load of gas when you're running it for a few days. That's why I say the champion 4k.....it'll be a little quieter and use less fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downingracing Posted December 12, 2016 Report Share Posted December 12, 2016 If a 2000 will cover your needs, this is a great option: http://www.ebay.com/itm/291890425796?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Currently out of stock. If/when they get more in, this is a great price for this unit. Almost as quiet as the Honda for 1/2 the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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