Comments for The Best Portable Generator

Comment on INSTRUCTIONS HEADGASGET REPLACEMENT ON CHAMPION GENERATOR MODEL C49055? by Steven J

Steven J — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:50:22 +0000

Untorque the bolts in proper order.

Cover cylinders to stop junk that could ruin the engine.

Remove the old head gasket.

Spray gasket remover if it doesn’t totally come off.

Put a light rtv over the heads.

Let it get tacky after sitting for a while.

Place new gasket over it.

Put another small bead of rtv over the gasket.

Put the heads back on.

Tighten the bolts in kitty corner from each other snuggly to provide even pressure on the gasket instead of uneven pressure squeezing out the rtv.

Torque to the manufacturer recommendation.

Comment on MILWAUKEE BATTERY CHARGER + GENERATOR POWER? by Peter Ian Staker

Peter Ian Staker — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:01:27 +0000

usually the charger, like all electronic devices, give a voltage range. usually it is pretty good; like 100-240 volts. just check the voltage and wattage label. i use generators all the time on job sites and have never had a problem with chargers or power tools being plugged into them.

Comment on BUYING PORTABLE GENERATOR QUESTION??? by robin

robin — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 09:59:31 +0000

I suggest an American made portable generator; Generac Portable GPSeries GP5000 which offers
6.6 gal. gas tank, 10 hours running time, 20 amp., 110 volt. Wattage out put up to 6250 but idles at 5000 watts. On sale right now for $676 with free shipping. Don’t think you can beat that deal. That is a very good price for a 5000-6250 watt generator. I have a hunch that Generac makes Doromax but not sure. I took a tour of Generac in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin and very impressed with their facility.

Comment on HONDA PORTABLE GENERATOR EX1000 CARBURETOR FLOODING PROBLEM? by William W

William W — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:01:26 +0000

Sounds like the float in the float chamber is sticking open.

Comment on HONDA PORTABLE GENERATOR EX1000 CARBURETOR FLOODING PROBLEM? by poerzs

poerzs — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:01:26 +0000

Maybe this site can help you http://www.hondagenerator.info

Comment on HONDA PORTABLE GENERATOR EX1000 CARBURETOR FLOODING PROBLEM? by Buster

Buster — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:46:12 +0000

Well first off you’ll need to know how the carb float works, after removing the carb remove the float bowl and you’ll see the float, remove the pin that holds the float in and you’ll see a small rubber tipped needle attached to it, this is where your problem is, the hole that the needle came out of is called the seat, usually there’s just dirt in there but in some cases the needle is worn and cannot make a proper seat, blow out the seat with carb cleaner, reassemble the float and leave the bowl off, now with your mouth blow through the fuel inlet while moving the float up and down, if in the up position you cannot blow through it then you’ve most likely fixed the problem, if you can then you’ll need a new needle.

Comment on HONDA PORTABLE GENERATOR EX1000 CARBURETOR FLOODING PROBLEM? by poerzs

poerzs — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:46:12 +0000

Mayeb you can find your answer at http://www.hondagenerator.info

Comment on HONDA PORTABLE GENERATOR EX1000 CARBURETOR FLOODING PROBLEM? by Jim W.

Jim W. — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:46:12 +0000

Your float valve is not opening fully. It’s time for that carb to get a good cleaning and a little T.L.C. from a good tech.

Comment on PORTABLE SOLAR GENERATOR DEMO by OpeningYourEyes

OpeningYourEyes — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 18:54:55 +0000

Is this available with UK plug fittings ?

Comment on PORTABLE SOLAR GENERATOR DEMO by bellyoffire

bellyoffire — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 18:54:55 +0000

@OpeningYourEyes I will have to look into that. You may have to get a converter because the power is different, not just the plugs. My partner is the electrical expert, so I need to consult with him.