Generator - Page 4

HANGAR · 10-30-2015, 07:12 AM

JRTJH, Thanks for the explanation, that makes sense. I'm an electrical guy, not an HVAC guy. FYI: I only tried this once just as a test, I was very surprised it would even initially run the unit. NOTANLINES, I agree, you really need two 2K gens or one 3K. I've got the big Onan on the trailer that will run both at the same time if really needed. I usually run the Onan at home while packing and unpacking since I haven't had the time to run a 240V 50A circuit from the house yet...but it's on the to-do list!

tommy_z · 10-30-2015, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by esmoglo

Just wanted to update Costco has the Champion 3100W Generator back on sale $100 off price is now $699 shipped! Got the Costco member booklet for this month and I saw it in there.

The website says there is a $100 manufacturer’s discount valid 10/29/15 through 11/29/15. Anybody know if this is exclusive to Costco? Can't find a rebate form or anything.

KSH · 10-30-2015, 11:07 AM

For the same price why would you buy it from anyone else? Stops working in 5 years, take it back.

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HammerToe · 10-31-2015, 04:06 AM

Just thought I’d ‘add’ (re – Problems RESTARTING the AC with a genny):
A popular MOD that many do is REPLACE the OEM thermostat with ‘something more accurate’/digital that ‘maintains a more consistent temp’.
There can be a downside to this on the AC side – it can cause the AC to CYCLE MORE FREQUENTLY – less delay between ‘ons’ which can result in less time to ‘bleed’ the pressure off.
There ARE ‘delay circuits’ out there (search for them) that will allow one to ‘dial in’ a delay of a few/several minutes MINIMUM to allow/help enable problematic gens to restart RV AC units.

esmoglo · 10-31-2015, 07:09 AM

FYI Overstock has 12% off today got the email that would be a much better deal than Costco because they charge tax and Overstock doesn't.

KSH · 10-31-2015, 08:34 AM

I might still over pay a bit for the Costco piece of mind.

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**JRTJH** · 10-31-2015, 08:44 AM

Maybe I'm missing something here.... COSTCO is selling the Champion 3100 watt generator for $699. Overstock.com is selling it for 12% off the retail price of $969 which is (according to their website) $849...
http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden...ml?searchidx=1

Seems to me it's not even a competitive price. Even if overstock.com is offering an additional 12% (which they aren't), that would still make the price $747.

Looks to me like COSTCO is still a much better value even before you consider the refund/replacement options that overstock.com doesn't have.

esmoglo · 10-31-2015, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JRTJH

Maybe I'm missing something here.... COSTCO is selling the Champion 3100 watt generator for $699. Overstock.com is selling it for 12% off the retail price of $969 which is (according to their website) $849...
http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden...ml?searchidx=1

Seems to me it's not even a competitive price. Even if overstock.com is offering an additional 12% (which they aren't), that would still make the price $747.

Looks to me like COSTCO is still a much better value even before you consider the refund/replacement options that overstock.com doesn't have.

Guess overstock upped the price it was $799 now I see its listed at $849...rats wonder why?

**JRTJH** · 10-31-2015, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by esmoglo

Guess overstock upped the price it was $799 now I see its listed at $849...rats wonder why?

Could it be "typical advertising" ??? Retail price "normally" is $799, increase the price to $969 and sell it for 12% off, give the "impression of a "good deal" while the actual price increased by $50... There's lots of those kinds of "good buys" floating around.

Between the "new lower cost" for 12 ounces of cereal (old size was 16 ounces) or the Lipton 48 bag box of tea that says "value pack" and sells for $1.50 more than two 24 bag boxes, unless the consumer "pays attention" to what the "actual price" is, one can spend significantly more on the "cheaper item"....

Buyer beware !!!

nellie1289 · 11-10-2015, 06:05 PM

Ok going to add some different perspective here to the debate.

First, I have been thinking about a "large generator" for my house backup for a while, so when I got the new rv I decided to pull the trigger and I got a Yamaha EF4500ise for $2600 at my local rv show through the dealer I bought my trailer from. A great deal overall. I will say this is overkill for most, and it is heavy to load and unload(190lbs), but on wheels, has remote start, and will power the whole trailer at once ac/ micro/ etc all at the same time. I have a generator switchover at my house now too, and can literally power my whole house at the same time, fridges, TV's lights, you name it (minus AC and my dryer) the whole 3000 sq ft house works at once! Including the tas furnace and fan! So comforting and nice disaster preparedness. It is super quiet, runs forever (>15 hours on 3 gallons) and is Yamaha, need I say more.

For "lighter" trips In the rv I have a Generac ix2000 also from Costco. It runs great, powers the lighter uses in the RV, is compact and portable. I got it for $449 at Costco when they had a rebate. It is great for other uses too, we lost power and I "rented" it to my neighbor for $50 after he saw my lights on. The 50$ was paid in fine whiskey I will point out. LOL. THis is low cost option for you cheaper budget minded users. You have Costco assurance on backing the product too.

I will say our tailgaiting group also has the Honda eu2000. That unit is literally bulletproof and super ultra quiet. it runs for >6 hours on < 1 gallon powering our tailgate setup. running two in parallel is a great solution for most as previously mentioned here.

Generac also has a great new iq2000 that will be able to run in parallel for 1/2 the price of two Honda's. MIght be something to look into. I am sure Costco will have them soon.

The smartertools 2000 watt generator is also a good option. I have seen a lot of positive reviews and heard them in person, quiet and reliable and has a Yamaha engine. They sold that one at Costco too and still its sold online. enough said, if Costco sells it then it must be good.

I have heard all the above generators run at full load, they are all very quiet. That is important for rv'ers don't get some loud construction generator! All of the above also put off clean power which is very important for your sensitive electronics.

I haven't personally seen or heard it yet, but that Costco Champion 3100 watt generator is a STEAL at that price and can power ac units and looks lighter than most the bigger generators. Plus a 30 amp plug? The reviews above look promising!

Good luck to all on your power needs.

Desert185 · 11-11-2015, 04:22 AM

My Smarter Tools 2000's have Yamaha engines. Did you see them with Hondas?

nellie1289 · 11-11-2015, 07:39 AM

Typo. I fixed it. I meant to say Yamaha

**JRTJH** · 11-15-2015, 08:45 AM

For those who are still looking for Yamaha generators (and don't want to compromise) rather than Smarter Tools or Champion generators, PPL, a RV dealer/parts service, has the current model Yamaha 2000 generator on sale for $879 with free shipping. They list their "normal price" at $1347.98. Normally the generator can be found on the internet for $950-1100. While I can't "endorse" PPL or their pricing, I will say that I've bought merchandise from them in the past and was satisfied with their business practices.

Here's the link: http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/o...tors2-11-15-15

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