I would probably go for a 2000 primarily due to size and weight. It would be used primarily to charge house batteries with occasional use of AC appliances such as microwave.What are you powering with it? Size of the generator determines noise, weight, cost, etc. many people use Hondas.
I assume you will use yours like I do mine. A Honda 2000 inverter genset is definitely the way to go. There are knock offs for a couple of hundred less. However, where I have a mooring, there are lots of full time live aboards. Some of them tried the knock offs but replaced them with Hondas, so there's a good lesson. Good luck.I would appreciate recommendations for the best air-cooled, gasoline powered generator for the price these days. Quietness, efficiency, compactness, and reliability are important. Thanks
Pete
Thanks. That's good to knowI assume you will use yours like I do mine. A Honda 2000 inverter genset is definitely the way to go. There are knock offs for a couple of hundred less. However, where I have a mooring, there are lots of full time live aboards. Some of them tried the knock offs but replaced them with Hondas, so there's a good lesson. Good luck.
Do you use it in a camper or something? So what's the objection to the boat, noise, gasoline or esthetics?We have a Honda 2k but don't & won't use it on the boat.
Noise & lack of need... I use it on boats where the owner does not have power run to it in the off season and to power sensitive electronics when we lose power at home. Our Generac puts out quite dirty power so the Honda serves that purpose at home..Do you use it in a camper or something? So what's the objection to the boat, noise, gasoline or esthetics?
I have a yamaha 2000IS. I went with the Yamaha due to it being a little better with the specs, at least it was two years ago.. not sure if any changes between the two were made since. Its very quiet, and is able to run my 9000btu air conditioner unit on board. I bought it for the house when we had all those terrible snow storms in 2010/11.The portable generator of choice is a Honda eu2000i. Anyone know who's running 2nd?
PeteHas anyone used the DC output of this generator to achieve a faster charge? Is it possible to set the DC output voltage for this purpose.
Pete
If I were to buy again I would probably pick up the honda for the exact reason you mentioned.. The yamaha is a great little machine though. It sounds like it will run forever it's so smooth and quiet.. I love the independence you get with these little powerhouses...Benny17441 said:Billyk, I guess we may agree that Honda is #1 and that you are making a case for Yamaha to be 2nd. If they would improve their availability of products, parts and service the brand would make a serious contender. As of now the number of testimonials of satisfied customers is quite small. It takes time to build a reputation and there are no short cuts. Like I was told in this posting, "there are no seconds" at least up to now.