Date:         Sun, 3 Nov 2013 17:43:48 -0800
Reply-To:     mark drillock <mdrillock@COX.NET>
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From:         mark drillock <mdrillock@COX.NET>
Subject:      Re: NVC (well,
              slightly VC): Questions about buying used generator/invertor
Comments: To: Harry Hoffman <hhoffman@IP-SOLUTIONS.NET>
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That Honda 2000i is a great unit and I have one I used for running a
window a/c in extreme summer heat. I tried a 1000i but it didn't quite
do it. Around me lightly used ones sell for almost as much as the
cheapest price I can root out online. If it starts easily and runs
smoothly the next step is to plug something in to test it. If you need
to take something there to test maybe a hand held hair dryer? Make sure
it runs in eco mode and then kicks up under load.

Compared to most other generators the 2 smallest Honda are quieter and
less offensive but I don't like camping near them just the same. I have
a Westy friend who also has one and don't camp with him if he is taking
it and planning to use it much. I just don't enjoy the drone, even on
low. I want to hear the distant sounds of nature or what have you. Of
course in some places the neighbors are making so much noise that the
Honda is fine, and may even help. So the circumstances matter.

Mark

Harry Hoffman wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> So, with all of the electronics upgrades I thought I'd research the cost
> of buying a generator/inverter that I could use to power stuff and maybe
> a small window a/c in the summer months so that the wife and kids will
> come along.
>
> I believe that the Honda EU 2000i seems like the perfect one for a
> vanagon. It's the right blend of power, and quiet.
>
> http://powerequipment.honda.com/generators/models/eu2000i
>
> These seem to retail for anywhere from $999 - $1099.
>
> I've found a used one that the guy claims was barely run as it was a
> backup and he's got the paperwork showing when it was bought.
>
> I'm writing to solicit any advice for buying one  of these used.
> Obviously I plan to run it first. But aside from obvious smoking, oil
> leaks, odd sounds is there any good ways to ensure I'm getting a good deal?
>
> Cheers,
> Harry
>