[SC Tiger]

I think he'll find the pump is 220V.

That's gonna be a prob, Bob!

 

[happie2shoot]

That's gonna be a prob, Bob!

I'm thinking about getting a hand pump,
they are not cheap either,

http://www.simplepump.com/OUR-PUMPS/Hand-Operated.html

https://www.amazon.com/Handy-Well-Pump-Stainless-Permanent/dp/B00KMD1AL8

https://duckduckgo.com/?q=deep+well+hand+pumps&atb=v64-7be&ia=products

 

[tundracamper]

Had the same setup for an RV several years ago. The ONLY thing I disliked was the small gas tanks. 4 hours is not long running an A/C. The external rigged tanks aren't up to Honda quality. Never could get one to work reliably (external tank). Other than that, they are some awesome units. Make sure to run them every so often so the jets don't clog on you.

 

[Deltic]

I think he'll find the pump is 220V.

It might be better to have a two genny solution. A small fuel sipping , quiet inverter for lights and electronics and a bigger one for real work. This can run electronics and the well or AC. I like the electric and pull start. It's on my list. Maybe I'll get a propane kit for it.

https://www.ridgid.com/us/en/6800-watt-electric-start-gas-powered-generator

GenSmart™ Digital Display – Tracks Usage, Load, Voltage, Hertz, and Engine Maintenance
Removable Control Panel with Electric Start
Powered by a Yamaha 357cc OHV Commercial Engine
Large 7 Gallon Steel Fuel Tank for Up To 9.5 Hours of Runtime at 50% Load
Idle Down Technology Automatically Adjusts Power Output for More Efficient and Quieter Operation
Safe for Sensitive Electronics – Less Than 6% THD
Zero Gravity Hand Truck Frame Design for Ease of Mobility
Armour™ Heavy-Duty Alternator with Auto Voltage Regulation
(4) 120V 20 Amp (GFCI Protected), and (1) 240 V 30 Amp Twist Lock Outlet
12 in x 4 in Flat Free Foam Filled Wheels with Steel Rim

 

[AK_Stick]

Part of the year we live in Florida, hurricanes, and part in
Idaho, cabin with few conveniences.

Run a small AC, small freezer, charge batteries, TV, computer,
washer, pump water from a 180' well.

Of course not all at the same time.

If anyone knows of a better deal I would like to
hear about it.

I dunno about yours, but my well pump is 240.

Part of the reason I have a big diesel generator.

 

[Judge Bean]

Ive been told by a reliable source that the generators from Harbor Freight have Honda parts in the engines when they are in need of repair.

What I heard was that a number of their engines are direct rip-offs of Honda technology that went off-patent. This means that they are not the latest technology, but the old designs were solid when assembled right. Assembly quality, though, is hit-and-miss. If a person knows about small engine repair and can go through it to check all the torque specs, it may be a good machine.

 

[porschedog]

I have an EU1000. It's amazing, quiet and reliable.

 

[Random]

They are so darn quiet and easy to start.

 

[10or45]

This is pretty much what I have, but I got them at better price (although a few years ago). Honda Generators of Tampa was running a special at EAA Sun n' Fun then - Parallel Kit, the two generators, RV plug - $2k no tax if delivered outside of FL and free shipping.

I use them quite a bit - we find uses for them. I run fans at shooting matches, we have neighborhood events and run band/PA equipment, fans, etc. I used to photograph some IndyCar road races - almost every remote track camera was powered by a Honda 1000 or 2000 generator.

During a recent storm I powered lights for several rooms, a ceiling fan, computer/router, TV and refrigerator/freezer with one (1) 2000. I paralleled them to run an additional freezer, refrigerator/freezer and a window AC unit - but I probably could have used only one. Outside of my fence, maybe 20 feet away, I couldn't hear them over the open-frame generator three houses away.

I've been really pleased with my Honda generators, but I hear that Yamaha makes a pretty good generator as well.

Honda and Yamaha are the 2 best

 

[10or45]

I think he'll find the pump is 220V.

So a step up transformer will be needed ahead of the transfer switch; which can double as an isolation transformer.

 

[alank2]

I was looking for a genset solution for house backup power (not serious run the air conditioner power, that would require a huge system), but run the refrigerators, lights, and furnace blower (NG heat) if need be in an ice storm. I started with the a pair of Honda EU2000's that were paired, but what I found was that the voltage levels dictate how well they share the load. If one is a little stronger, it will provide maybe 65% of the power and the other one 35%. Also, it was a lot of cables to fuss around with. I ended up returning them and getting a Yamaha 3000W inverter instead. While it isn't light (160#), it is on wheels and is easy to roll around. It is also an inverter model so it can sip fuel lightly, I think during the one huge ice storm I used it in, it was using about 5 gallons a day and we ran everything including the microwave on it. This reminds me to roll it out and exercise it!

 

[usmc4641]

I use a Generac iq2000. It's pairable, quiet and pretty light. It's also about $700 vs $1k for the Honda.

 

[DesertGlock20]

Check the density altitude (elevation plus expected temperature) in case the gens need to be rejetted. DA can be quite high on an Idaho summer afternoon. Hondas are more tolerant to higher DA's than other brands, including Yamaha.

Hard to beat two Hondas. Run one for battery charging or light tasks to conserve fuel and two for heavier loads. 4000W is the surge rating. 3200W is the continuous load, so make sure 3200W is sufficient for what you want to power.

THE "I" version means inverter power, which is stable for sensitive electrical devices like computers and TV's. Recommended.

Well pumps are generally 220V, BTW.

 

[OldDad]

Of course it's hard to beat Honda, but there are much less expensive alternatives. I studied this subject after the "Great Ice Storm of 2002" in Oklahoma. I bought a Champion on sale at Cabela's with free shipping for $400. It has enough juice to run the 15A airconditioner on our travel trailer. Though it's Chinese-made, the quality is excellent. I started mine this Winter for the first time in several years (Stabil in the gas) and it started on the second pull. I have no complaints with it at all. No regrets whatsoever. BTW, I'm sure it is not as quiet as the Honda, but still acceptably quiet.

 

[Steve_G]

Bought mine in 2006, still going strong. To keep it in good running condition I've exchanged all of my gas 2 stroke yard tools for electric. That way it's used at least every 2 weeks in the summer. And always use a gas conditioner to prevent carburetor gumming.

 

[Warp]

Ive been told by a reliable source that the generators from Harbor Freight have Honda parts in the engines when they are in need of repair.

But is every part a Honda part, and is it manufactured by Honda? If not...it's still a harbor freight and not the H

 

[Haldor]

It might be better to have a two genny solution. A small fuel sipping , quiet inverter for lights and electronics and a bigger one for real work. This can run electronics and the well or AC. I like the electric and pull start. It's on my list. Maybe I'll get a propane kit for it.

https://www.ridgid.com/us/en/6800-watt-electric-start-gas-powered-generator

GenSmart™ Digital Display – Tracks Usage, Load, Voltage, Hertz, and Engine Maintenance
Removable Control Panel with Electric Start
Powered by a Yamaha 357cc OHV Commercial Engine
Large 7 Gallon Steel Fuel Tank for Up To 9.5 Hours of Runtime at 50% Load
Idle Down Technology Automatically Adjusts Power Output for More Efficient and Quieter Operation
Safe for Sensitive Electronics – Less Than 6% THD
Zero Gravity Hand Truck Frame Design for Ease of Mobility
Armour™ Heavy-Duty Alternator with Auto Voltage Regulation
(4) 120V 20 Amp (GFCI Protected), and (1) 240 V 30 Amp Twist Lock Outlet
12 in x 4 in Flat Free Foam Filled Wheels with Steel Rim

Don't feel like chasing down quotes. What does the Rigid Generator cost?

 

[Col. Cornelius]

Great generators for camping. Super quiet and reliable.

Would use a larger generator for house backup use.

 

[syntaxerrorsix]

I've got one of the mention Ryobi generators. It's a pain to start if the system isn't 100% primed but once it is restarting is a snap. I paid $350 for it. It will run our back up wall unit AC in the master bedroom and a few lights. Once I find them on sale again I'll pick up another to run the two refrigerators.

Ideally a whole house generator is on the horizon but I'm not quite there yet.

 

[boost1]

But is every part a Honda part, and is it manufactured by Honda? If not...it's still a harbor freight and not the H

If you are in need of a part, the Honda parts are an exact replacement. Take that for what it is worth.