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   <title>Generator : Hey Podders,I just received my...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=3743" rel="nofollow">Plantguy</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 07 Aug 2017 at 3:12pm<br /><br />Hey Podders,<div>I just received my Honda 2000i. Set it up , plugged in my 179, everything ran, even the air conditioner. I only ran the air conditioner for a short time. Time will tell if I choose the right one...</div>]]>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by StephenHThe...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7384" rel="nofollow">spydie</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 30 Jul 2017 at 4:04pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by StephenH</strong></em><br /><br />The price is what has kept me from purchasing one of these setups. To be sure, they include the machined cap with fittings, the tank, and the gas line. In order to seal, one can't just take any old cap, drill a hole, and glue a fitting in. Everything needs to seal tight and be resistant to gasoline. One can purchase the cap separately for much less, but then one needs to find the other parts to make the system work.<br><br></td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>I was just looking at the cap on my Firman. &nbsp;It doesn't look like a big job to get another cap from Firman (if they'll sell you one) and seal it air-tight by removing the inner piece that lets it draw air and seal the holes (Epoxy is gasoline resistant), then drill a center hole and install a nozzle that you can fit a hose to (that's not rocket science either). &nbsp;If there's nothing else to it, then you need a gas can with a vent. &nbsp;OK, old gas cans had the screw-off vent on the backside but modern ones don't have one, so again, you'll have to figure out how to make a fitting with a cap and seal it to the gas can. &nbsp;If I haven't missed anything, that's all that $146 unit has going for it. &nbsp;Well, it's a project to think about, but I won't know how badly I think I need it until the weather cools off and we start using our camper. &nbsp;We are doing a camping-lifestyle change. &nbsp;We have been "travelers." &nbsp;Class B Mercedes motorhome. &nbsp;See a lot but don't spend much time camping in one spot. &nbsp;Walmart international campgrounds have been our preference because we just need a place to sleep and hit the road in the morning. &nbsp;Now with a Pod, those days are over. &nbsp;Travel trailers are better suited for people that stay in one place a few days and not as suited to the "drive-all-day" traveler where the motorhome shines because you can use the inside of the camper all day (It's always cool in the camper...wife can go to the bathroom, get me a sandwich or a drink, etc...while going down the road, something you can't do with a travel trailer unless you stop some place and go into the trailer, which is HOT.) . So we are going to see how much we like "place-camping" this fall. &nbsp;There may be a real nice 2018 RP-176 for sale this fall! LOL</div>]]>
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   <title>Generator : Sean Micheal of Long Long Honeymoon...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5324" rel="nofollow">PilotPodder</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 30 Jul 2017 at 2:57pm<br /><br />Sean Micheal of Long Long Honeymoon has an entire site set up for RV generators that may be helpful here. He also has several video reviews on the LoLoHo YouTube site. Here is the link to RV generator site of Sean's: <a href="http://rvgenset.com" target="_blank">RV GenSet Site</a><div><br></div><div>And Sean's Youtube channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw5WYtMXQ799GErKpvR_5Rw" target="_blank">LoLoHo Youtube</a></div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jul 2017 14:57:47 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator : The price is what has kept me...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4814" rel="nofollow">StephenH</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 30 Jul 2017 at 2:41pm<br /><br />The price is what has kept me from purchasing one of these setups. To be sure, they include the machined cap with fittings, the tank, and the gas line. In order to seal, one can't just take any old cap, drill a hole, and glue a fitting in. Everything needs to seal tight and be resistant to gasoline. One can purchase the cap separately for much less, but then one needs to find the other parts to make the system work.<br><br>]]>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by StephenHIPI...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7384" rel="nofollow">spydie</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 30 Jul 2017 at 10:43am<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by StephenH</strong></em><br /><br /><a href="https://www.amaz&#111;n.com/IPI-Industries-Breeze-Extended-Generator/dp/B002SWCUGK" target="_blank">IPI Industries B.E.R.G System</a>.</td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>Thanks for finding that. &nbsp;Two problems... they cost 1/4 as much as the whole generator and I seriously doubt they fit a Firman Gen (they seem to be mostly Honda, although they list a few Odd makes). &nbsp;There's the problem. &nbsp;It seems like every Gen has a different size of fill cap. &nbsp;Even if I could find the correct gas cap, I'd really have to want it badly to pay over $140 for that system. &nbsp;I wonder if a guy could make his own? &nbsp;It doesn't seem to be anything more than another tank and a hose to a gas cap designed to take a hose? &nbsp;It uses "vacuum draw technology" but is that anything more than your gen cap being sealed (so it doesn't draw air around it but has to draw through the siphon hose in the middle) and the second tank has the vent so it has to draw through that one?</div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jul 2017 10:43:52 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator : IPI Industries B.E.R.G System.  ...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4814" rel="nofollow">StephenH</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 30 Jul 2017 at 9:16am<br /><br /><a href="https://www.amaz&#111;n.com/IPI-Industries-Breeze-Extended-Generator/dp/B002SWCUGK" target="_blank">IPI Industries B.E.R.G System</a>.]]>
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   <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jul 2017 09:16:59 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by StephenH  Originally...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7384" rel="nofollow">spydie</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 29 Jul 2017 at 9:58pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by StephenH</strong></em><br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by spydie</strong></em><br /><br /><p style="margin: 0px 0px 6px; font-family: &quot;San Francisco&quot;, -apple-system, system-ui, &quot;.SFNSText-Regular&quot;, sans-serif; color: rgb29, 33, 41; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.24px;">Just got my new Firman 3000/3500 watt Gen delivered . . .<span ="text_exposed_show"="" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;"><br>1.8 gallon tank<br>9 hour run time at 25% power</span></p><div ="text_exposed_show"="" style="display: inline; font-family: &quot;San Francisco&quot;, -apple-system, system-ui, &quot;.SFNSText-Regular&quot;, sans-serif; color: rgb29, 33, 41; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.24px;"><p style="margin: 0px 0px 6px; font-family: inherit;">The only drawback I can see to this one is the tank is too small.</p><p style="margin: 6px 0px; font-family: inherit;">If you're not familiar with Firman, this spring they started selling Gens under their own name, but they are major producer for all the "other guys" like Coleman gens, etc.</td></tr></table> <br></p><p style="margin: 6px 0px; font-family: inherit;">I have seen extended run tanks that use a larger gas tank with a special cap that draws from the larger tank as the generator is running. I have not had need of one so far, but I would look into whether there is one for the Firman. It looks like an excellent buy. I may look into it when it comes time to replace my Generac iX2000. In my case, the drawback would be the weight. I can lift the Generac but the Firman would be too much. I would need a ramp to load in into the truck bed.<br></p></div></td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>Yes, it does weigh more than the 2000 watt Gens. &nbsp;I have never heard of those special caps you spoke of. &nbsp;I'll have to do some research and see if I can find something. &nbsp;Right now at 50% power, I'm only getting about 5 hours out of it. &nbsp;If I need to run it all night when it's too hot out to sleep, I'll need another 3 hours.</div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jul 2017 21:58:52 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by spydieJust...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4814" rel="nofollow">StephenH</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 29 Jul 2017 at 8:22pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by spydie</strong></em><br /><br /><p style="margin: 0px 0px 6px; font-family: &quot;San Francisco&quot;, -apple-system, system-ui, &quot;.SFNSText-Regular&quot;, sans-serif; color: rgb29, 33, 41; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.24px;">Just got my new Firman 3000/3500 watt Gen delivered . . .<span ="text_exposed_show"="" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;"><br>1.8 gallon tank<br>9 hour run time at 25% power</span></p><div ="text_exposed_show"="" style="display: inline; font-family: &quot;San Francisco&quot;, -apple-system, system-ui, &quot;.SFNSText-Regular&quot;, sans-serif; color: rgb29, 33, 41; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.24px;"><p style="margin: 0px 0px 6px; font-family: inherit;">The only drawback I can see to this one is the tank is too small.</p><p style="margin: 6px 0px; font-family: inherit;">If you're not familiar with Firman, this spring they started selling Gens under their own name, but they are major producer for all the "other guys" like Coleman gens, etc.</td></tr></table> <br></p><p style="margin: 6px 0px; font-family: inherit;">I have seen extended run tanks that use a larger gas tank with a special cap that draws from the larger tank as the generator is running. I have not had need of one so far, but I would look into whether there is one for the Firman. It looks like an excellent buy. I may look into it when it comes time to replace my Generac iX2000. In my case, the drawback would be the weight. I can lift the Generac but the Firman would be too much. I would need a ramp to load in into the truck bed.<br></p></div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jul 2017 20:22:25 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator : I can tell you the last camping...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=1045" rel="nofollow">marwayne</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 29 Jul 2017 at 1:13am<br /><br />I can tell you the last camping trip we went on I took some readings of my geny. My geny at 25' behind the pod, ambient noise 38 dBs, 1/4 load 48 dBs, full load 50 dBs. From the front 25' ambient noise 38dNs 1/4 load 46dBs, full load 50 dBs, At 50' distance ambient noise 38 dBs 1/4 load 40 dBs, full load 42 dBs. It was by far the quietest geny in the CG.]]>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by PlantguyHow...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7384" rel="nofollow">spydie</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 28 Jul 2017 at 6:56pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by Plantguy</strong></em><br /><br />How quiet is it?</td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>WHAT? &nbsp;SPEAK UP, I CAN'T HEAR YOU!</div><div><br></div><div>Actually it's no worse than any others I've had. &nbsp;At about 20 feet I measured it at 64 db but like all measurements it depends on a lot of other things like the ambient noise around you (cars driving down the road near my house), the foliage around you or running it near an open garage door. &nbsp;It's rated at 58 db.</div>]]>
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   <title>Generator : Answered my own question, 95 lbs....</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5187" rel="nofollow">mcarter</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 28 Jul 2017 at 6:26pm<br /><br />Answered my own question, 95 lbs.  It reviews well and is impressive.  My issue is size and weight.  It's 2' long and 18" high and wide.  I like the 30A RV plug.  Relatively quiet, 58 db at 23 feet.]]>
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   <title>Generator : How heavy is it? </title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5187" rel="nofollow">mcarter</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 28 Jul 2017 at 6:17pm<br /><br />How heavy is it?]]>
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   <title>Generator : How quiet is it? </title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=3743" rel="nofollow">Plantguy</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 28 Jul 2017 at 6:03pm<br /><br />How quiet is it?]]>
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   <title>Generator : Just got my new Firman 3000/3500...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7384" rel="nofollow">spydie</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 28 Jul 2017 at 3:06pm<br /><br /><p style="margin: 0px 0px 6px; font-family: &quot;San Francisco&quot;, -apple-system, system-ui, &quot;.SFNSText-Regular&quot;, sans-serif; color: rgb29, 33, 41; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.24px;">Just got my new Firman 3000/3500 watt Gen delivered and have it running at 50% power for the next 5 hours for the recommended break-in. This appears to be a premium Gen for $759 delivered. It's pull start/electric start/remote start. I put in the oil, filled with gas, hit the remote and it started right up. Features:<br>USB plug for charging phones<br>eco mode<br>two 20 amp 120v receptacles<br>one 30 amp RV plug<span ="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: inherit;"><br>Battery charger with cables<br>Parallel operation with a second Firman with optional cables<br>hour meter/voltage meter/HZ meter<br>1.8 gallon tank<br>9 hour run time at 25% power</span></p><div ="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; font-family: &quot;San Francisco&quot;, -apple-system, system-ui, &quot;.SFNSText-Regular&quot;, sans-serif; color: rgb29, 33, 41; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.24px;"><p style="margin: 0px 0px 6px; font-family: inherit;">The only drawback I can see to this one is the tank is too small.</p><p style="margin: 6px 0px; font-family: inherit;">If you're not familiar with Firman, this spring they started selling Gens under their own name, but they are major producer for all the "other guys" like Coleman gens, etc.</p><p style="margin: 6px 0px; font-family: inherit;"><br></p><p style="margin: 6px 0px; font-family: inherit;"><img src="http://i1160.photobucket.com/albums/q481/havegunwilltravel/IMG_0140_zps0ejuuupi.jpg" border="0" /></p></div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jul 2017 15:06:47 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by techntrek  Originally...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=1196" rel="nofollow">Hayduke</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 28 Jul 2017 at 10:48am<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by techntrek</strong></em><br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by Hayduke</strong></em><br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by techntrek</strong></em><br /><br />This post was made by davevans and then removed, which I feel was incorrect, so I'm reposting the text from that post...</td></tr></table><br><br>daveevans' post IMO was a blatant advertisement for a website that it seems like he is affiliated with.&nbsp; The web address was even included in his signature.&nbsp; Glad it got removed<br></td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>I have had no problem deleting spam posts in the past. &nbsp;At worst this one is a "maybe". &nbsp;If every post links to that site then I would reconsider.</div><div><br></div><div>Understand that this forum was started due to censorship on another pod site, so we have been very careful about what gets deleted.</div></td></tr></table><br><br>I don't need to harp on this too much.&nbsp; But, a quick search reveals that every single post by davevans is in reference to generators and him "finding" the website.&nbsp; A link to said website included in the body of every post, and the link is also in his signature.&nbsp; Bugs me when folks try to market like that dishonestly.<br><br>Ok, end rant.<br>]]>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by Hayduke  Originally...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=217" rel="nofollow">techntrek</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 27 Jul 2017 at 8:11pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by Hayduke</strong></em><br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by techntrek</strong></em><br /><br />This post was made by davevans and then removed, which I feel was incorrect, so I'm reposting the text from that post...</td></tr></table><br><br>daveevans' post IMO was a blatant advertisement for a website that it seems like he is affiliated with.&nbsp; The web address was even included in his signature.&nbsp; Glad it got removed<br></td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>I have had no problem deleting spam posts in the past. &nbsp;At worst this one is a "maybe". &nbsp;If every post links to that site then I would reconsider.</div><div><br></div><div>Understand that this forum was started due to censorship on another pod site, so we have been very careful about what gets deleted.</div>]]>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by PlantguyHello...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7384" rel="nofollow">spydie</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 27 Jul 2017 at 2:52pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by Plantguy</strong></em><br /><br />Hello Poders,<div>I am in the market for a generator. I want a quiet one. I know Honda seems to be the generator of choice. I was hoping to spend less than $1,000. I would also be interested in a propane powered generator but my main requirement is low noise. 2000 watt. Will run both 12v and 110 systems. Any help is appreciated.</div><div>Ken, the plantguy.</div></td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>I just ordered a "Firman" brand from Electric Generators Direct. &nbsp;I've read all the posts about guys having trouble getting the 13.5 kw A/C running with the Honda and the Yamaha, especially re-starting it (quick run cycles) in hot weather and having to put a "hard-start" kit on the A/C to get them to work. I ordered the W03083 Whisper with remote control so I can stop/start it from inside the Pod. &nbsp;It's a 3000 watt (3500 watt surge) gen with a 9 hour run time. &nbsp;It's going to be a lot better than my old Honda 2000 that was always hard to start. &nbsp;And it cost $759 with free shipping. &nbsp;Yep, you can buy cheaper Gens, but not with electric and remote start. &nbsp;Firman just started selling under their own name this spring. &nbsp;They produce all the Gens for the "other guys" like Coleman, etc.</div>]]>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by Mtn AscenderGuys...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7384" rel="nofollow">spydie</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 27 Jul 2017 at 2:45pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by Mtn Ascender</strong></em><br /><br />Guys if you're too lazy to click on the link I posted the Westinghouse can be bought for $550. Not $1000 or $1295 and it does just as much as the more expensive ones do.</td></tr></table><div><br></div><div>Your link doesn't work</div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2017 14:45:28 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator :   Originally posted by techntrek This...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=1196" rel="nofollow">Hayduke</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 27 Jul 2017 at 1:19pm<br /><br /><table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by techntrek</strong></em><br /><br />This post was made by davevans and then removed, which I feel was incorrect, so I'm reposting the text from that post...</td></tr></table><br><br>daveevans' post IMO was a blatant advertisement for a website that it seems like he is affiliated with.&nbsp; The web address was even included in his signature.&nbsp; Glad it got removed<br>]]>
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   <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2017 13:19:55 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator :  This post was made by davevans...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=217" rel="nofollow">techntrek</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 26 Jul 2017 at 7:38pm<br /><br />This post was made by davevans and then removed, which I feel was incorrect, so I'm reposting the text from that post.<div><br></div><div>I do disagree with the point about the clean inverter-generator power being better for electronics. &nbsp;Their power supplies actually filter out very dirty power w/o an issue.</div><div><br></div><div>post follows:<div><br></div><div><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: rgb118, 146, 60;">Hey Ken! I know I am a little late to the conversation but hopefully this helps someone out there.</span></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">As far as purchasing a generator is concerned, there are two main factors to consider. The first is how much power you will require and the second is noise emissions.</span></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">POWER: If you are tenting and do not require your generator to power a 13,500 BTU AC unit then something around the 2000W range should power most of your appliances without worry (coffee makers, hair dryers, CD players, laptop/phone charging etc). If you do require something that can power an AC unit on an RV you should be looking in the 3000W and above range for a 13,500 BTU unit.</span></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">NOISE: No one wants their campsite to sound like a construction zone. If you are looking for quiet portable power you are in the market for an INVERTER generator (as opposed to a conventional generator). Inverters also produce a "cleaner" power source that is suitable for sensitive electronics such as laptops and smartphones. The inverting process produces a smoother sine wave that will not damage the microprocessors within these electronics.</span></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Many people swear by Honda's and Yamaha's and they are the industry leaders when it comes to inverter generators BUT there are many alternative companies (ie Champion, WEN, Westinghouse) putting forth very competitive products at a lesser price that merit consideration when shopping around for a generator.</span></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">I found this website to be extremely helpful when deciding which generator best suits your needs;</span></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><a href="http://quietpowergenerators.com/" target="_blank">http://quietpowergenerators.com</a></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The "inverters vs generators" page is very insightful and arms you with the knowledge necessary to make an educated purchase. They also have detailed reviews of the latest and best selling inverter generators on the market some of which are within your $500 budget.</span></p><p style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 1em; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: Cambria; font-size: 10pt;">I hope this helps! All the best,</span></p><div style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Cambria;">Dave</span></div></div></div>]]>
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   <pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2017 19:38:36 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator : I have the Yamaha version of the...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=4956" rel="nofollow">Patriot Dave</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 23 Jul 2017 at 6:14am<br /><br />I have the Yamaha version of the Honda 2000 and couldn't be happier. It has a fuel gauge and the Honda does not and it also has a quiet energy savor mode. Starts every time first pull regardless if its winter or summer. <br /><br />Bought it on sale at Cabelas. Normal price is $2000.00 and we got $200.00 off on sale plus 5% veteran discount. <br /><br />I have owned Yamaha motorcycles and found these were 200,000 mile or more machines with nearly no parts failures. Since I am a Yamaha fan and the price ws good it was a no brainer.]]>
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   <title>Generator : It connects to the &amp;#034;run&amp;#034;...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7346" rel="nofollow">SteveA</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 19 Jul 2017 at 2:30pm<br /><br />It connects to the "run" capacitorthat is connected to the compressor. Very simple to install but there is a little bit of misinformation as to how it plugs in&nbsp;on YouTube. ]]>
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   <title>Generator :  Originally posted by SteveAI...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5021" rel="nofollow">TheBum</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 19 Jul 2017 at 2:14pm<br /><br /> <table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by SteveA</strong></em><br /><br /><div>I have a 179  17 1/2 and run my a/c on a Honda 2000i. I did however install a Supco SPP6 hard start capacitor and this made all the difference.<br /><a href="https://www.amaz&#111;n.com/SPP6-Capacitor-Increase-Starting-Torque/dp/B0002YTLFE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1500485408&sr=8-4&keywords=supco+hard+start" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/SPP6-Capacitor-Increase-Starting-Torque/dp/B0002YTLFE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1500485408&sr=8-4&keywords=supco+hard+start</a></div><div></div><div><br />I mention the year of my 179 as I was told the newer 13.500 btu Penguin II A/C's are more efficient and require less watts. </div></td></tr></table> <br />Does this connect directly to the compressor?]]>
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   <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2017 14:14:56 +0000</pubDate>
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   <title>Generator : I have a 179 17 1/2 and run my...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=7346" rel="nofollow">SteveA</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 19 Jul 2017 at 12:34pm<br /><br /><div>I have a 179&nbsp; 17 1/2 and run my a/c on a Honda 2000i. I did however install a Supco SPP6 hard start capacitor and this made all the difference.https://www.amazon.com/SPP6-Capacitor-Increase-Starting-Torque/dp/B0002YTLFE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500485408&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=supco+hard+start</div><div><br></div><div>I mention the year of my 179 as I was told the newer 13.500 btu Penguin II A/C's are more efficient and require less watts. </div>]]>
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   <title>Generator :  Originally posted by SDTrialerWill...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=6645" rel="nofollow">Mtn Ascender</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 19 Jul 2017 at 11:38am<br /><br /> <table width="99%"><tr><td class="BBquote"><strong><em>Originally posted by SDTrialer</strong></em><br /><br />Will your Westinghouse 2500 run the AC?  If yes, I'm buying one tomorrow.  Thanks!</td></tr></table> <br /><br />Yes, without turning any breakers off too. The only thing it struggles with is if your run the AC, turn it off, and turn it right back on again. If the gen is set to eco mode it will throw the overload. If the gen is not on eco mode it will still fire up the AC.<br /><br />If you wait 4-5 mins after turning the AC off before turning it back on again in eco mode the gen will fire it up. The condenser in the AC unit has some affect on this I believe. So when you wait a few mins everything runs just fine. Even with the gen in eco mode.<br /><br />The only knock I might have on the gen is that it's hard to see the display in bright sunlight. It has an led display that shows remaining fuel and runtime. And maybe some other data but I haven't played with it too much.]]>
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   <title>Generator : Disconnect the battery or turn...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5187" rel="nofollow">mcarter</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 19 Jul 2017 at 7:22am<br /><br />Disconnect the battery or turn the Converter CB OFF, that disables the charging circuit, I can run my AC with a 2K.]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=6776" rel="nofollow">SDTrialer</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 19 Jul 2017 at 6:36am<br /><br />How would I disconnect the converter? &nbsp;I'd like to try running the AC on a 2000w generator. &nbsp;Thanks!]]>
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   <title>Generator : I still love the dg3000 inverter...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=5749" rel="nofollow">voisj</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 18 Jul 2017 at 8:25pm<br /><br />I still love the dg3000 inverter I bought from Scooter wholesale for $479, (all in ,no tax no shipping fee). Runs the A/C except when it's 97 degrees at 9000 ft up in the Sierras. It's real quiet on econ mode when charging the batteries. Iv'e put 20 hours on it in the last year and it starts first or second time every time.<div>It's cheap and gets the job done</div><div><a href="https://www.scooterwholesales.com/product/dg-3000-digital-generator-inverter/" target="_blank">https://www.scooterwholesales.com/product/dg-3000-digital-generator-inverter/</a>&nbsp;</div><div><br></div>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=6776" rel="nofollow">SDTrialer</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 18 Jul 2017 at 7:07pm<br /><br />Will your Westinghouse 2500 run the AC? &nbsp;If yes, I'm buying one tomorrow. &nbsp;Thanks!]]>
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   <title>Generator : I&amp;#039;ll do it the old fashioned...</title>
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    <![CDATA[<strong>Author:</strong> <a href="https://www.rpod-owners.com/member_profile.asp?PF=6645" rel="nofollow">Mtn Ascender</a><br /><strong>Subject:</strong> 10343<br /><strong>Posted:</strong> 18 Jul 2017 at 12:51pm<br /><br />I'll do it the old fashioned way.<br /><br />http://apelectric.com/westinghouse-igen2500-2200w-portable-inverter-generator/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvIO1-7CT1QIVjzaBCh31qgiTEAQYASABEgKf5_D_BwE<br /><br />No it's not a Honda but weighs almost exactly the same as one or a Generac. Is as quiet, consumes about the same amount of gas as one and has 25% more power and costs half the price.<br /><br />Just about everyone that buys a small or smaller model gen wishes it was a little bit bigger. Or has to turn things off to do this or that. Well this one is a lot less expensive. No need to turn off the converter to run the micro or A/C with this unit. It will do both all while being portable.<br /><br />Hey, if you're up to spending $1000-$1500 on a similar unit knock yourself out. It's a generator not a smartphone. It only has one purpose.]]>
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