When you evaluate generators look at the continuous load that is what is
important. Lets compare two Honda units as an example the 2000i and the
3000i. The 2000i is rated at 2000 watts for 10 minutes and 1600
continuous, while the 3000i is rated at 3000 watts for 10 minutes and
2800 continuous.
Purchasing two 2000i with a slave kit (48 bucks) will run you 1900 bucks
and give you 3200 continuous, while a 3000i will give you only 2800
continuous, you also get to spend 500 bucks more for the 3000i. The
3000i is 131lbs, while each 2000i is 47lbs each. I can move two 47 lb
units by myself, a 131lb unit is hard on us old people.
It is much more flexible to have two and only pull out the second one
when you really need it. one drawback, the 3000 is quieter then two
2000i by a few db's. Two generators also burn lightly more fuel, but
you may also be able to run two in economy mode, while you would not be
able to run the 3000i in economy making up for the difference in fuel.
I also have found no reason for any type of filter with Honda's..
additional savings. Also note that one brand the noise hash was being
emitted directly from the generator not the power line, a filter won't
fix that one.
Fred Moore
email: f...@fmeco.com
wd8...@gmail.com
phone: 321-217-8699
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