Generators

cornishpixi replied on 23/01/2016 19:32

Posted on 23/01/2016 19:32

I want to get a generator as I go to dog shows in the camper van with no hook up it will just be used to watch the telly or top up the battery. I have looked at Honda which seems very good and quiet but expensive. I wont use it that much so doesnt warrent spending loads can anyone advise a cheaper quiet one which is lightweight. 

rogher replied on 23/01/2016 20:05

Posted on 23/01/2016 20:05

You’re probably better off with a solar panel for what you describe, cornishpixi. It would be cheaper and more sociably acceptable. There’s a very long thread on this discussion <here>. Allow plenty of time to work through it and, hopefully, your time will be rewarded. 

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Posted on 23/01/2016 21:04

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Vicmallows replied on 23/01/2016 21:55

Posted on 23/01/2016 21:55

If you MUST buy a generator, whatever you do DON'T get one of those horid 720w 2 stroke £59 things! (usually made in India). Noisy/Heavy/Smokey/VERY unsociable.

Solar best, but if its only for telly over a few days what about just carrying an extra 110Ah battery which you charge at home?

Nuggy replied on 23/01/2016 22:25

Posted on 23/01/2016 22:25

Generator, Aaaaaah.   I did once go to a dog show and the level of noise from hundreds of dogs barking was unbelievable, and the noise didn't seem to bother the caravanners who were having a great time with the BBQ's and the dogs going bananas. Each to his own, just not my cup of tea.

EmilysDad replied on 23/01/2016 22:34

Posted on 23/01/2016 22:34

Kipor seem reasonably priced, more so than a Honda. Am I right in thinking that Kipor were in Honda's bad books for ripping off their design? Undecided

Metheven replied on 23/01/2016 22:37

Posted on 23/01/2016 22:37

Cornishpixie, I see you have drawn unhelpful opinions that doesn't answer your question, typical of the posters that replied. Unfortunately you have to pay for the best and I recommend Honda.

rogher replied on 23/01/2016 23:28

Posted on 23/01/2016 23:28

I have a Honda generator but am very wary of upsetting others when using it. It can make some noticeable noise when under full load, so I’m glad I didn’t get a cheap one. I think that many of those making a fuss about them might simply be jealous that someone has something that they do not.

As Dave says, a dog show environment is rather different and there may already be others about running cheap gennies. However, for the small amount of ‘leccy that you require I rather like the suggestion that you consider getting an extra battery.

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