Blue Max GEN 4000 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP OHV Gas Powered Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)First off, it's really 2800-3000 watts continuous. Jaingdong model JD3000. It uses a Jaingdong JF200 6.5 hp motor which is an excellent clone of the Honda OHV engine (licensed from Honda). It is smooth, quiet, and best of all pretty fuel efficient for a gasoline powered generator. The generator is brushless and therefore really has nothing to wear out other than bearings.
That's the good stuff...
Unfortunately, the Chinese pedigree does show in a few places. The fuel gauge never worked on mine. The electrical components (circuit breaker, meter, etc) seem kind of crude, but have held up OK in use so far.
I've owned this generator for almost two years now and it probably has about 40 hours of runtime. It had no trouble keeping us going during several power outages, the longest of which was about 30 hours. It ran an oil furnace, refrigerator, TV/DVD Player, and a few lights with no problem. The output voltage and frequency does not sag under load. I feel it is sized just about right for the load we place on it. A bigger generator would simply use more fuel.
One tip that makes the generator much easier to start. Always turn off the fuel petcock and remove the drain plug from the carburetor to drain out the old fuel. Replace plug and turn fuel petcock back on. Wait 30 seconds, flip on the choke, and it will start easily, even when it's quite cold outside. Fresh gas does help a lot too.
Overall, I think this is the best emergency generator value on the market. I paid $299 from Homier, and thought that was an outstanding price. I see they have it on sale for $219 right now. It's an outright steal for that price!
No matter what brand of generator you buy, if you have it shipped via UPS, or whatever, there is a chance it will have been handled very poorly. Shipping companies folks don't like handling heavy boxes and they tend to slam them around, roll them off the end of loading docks, etc. The bottom of the support frame was bent on mine, but was easily straightened. I would suggest planning to be at home when the generator is delivered, and if at all possible open the box before the driver leaves to document any possible damage.

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Be Ready for Anything with a Generator from Blue Max Direct The popular JD4000 4,000 watt generator from Blue Max Direct is serious insurance against a power outage. Whether your boat or RV needs a boost, or you live in a storm-prone area, this generator will keep the lights on and the heat running through almost any situation.
Tough, rugged, and long-running, the JD4000 easily powers large appliances like refrigerators, freezers, ovens, and well-water pumps; and it's ideal for construction components, too.Saws and air compressors will function with smooth, reliable ease when they're powered by the JD4000.
Always remember to check the wattages listed on your tools or appliances before using this generator in conjunction with them.
Key Technical Specs: DC Voltage: 12 volts at 8.3 amps Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.96 Gallons Starting System: Recoil AC Output: 120 volts, 4000 watts (peak) Engine: 6.5 horsepower OHV air-cooled EPA approved

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Honeywell HW2000i 2,100 Watt 125cc 4-Stroke Gas Powered Portable Inverter Generator (CARB Compliant) Review

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(More customer reviews)Anyone reading this will probably want to compare the Hw2000i to the Honda EU2000i, as I did. At my time of purchase there was not much info out there. I decided to give it a try!
First of all the Honda is the king. Lighter and quieter. But at $499.00 delivered... one must put some thought into this decision.
My generator came delivered on time , no damage. But, the "priming bulb" was lying at the bottom of the box! No big deal after I realized that it was assembled incorrectly. I unscrewed the retainer ring, put the bulb in first and THEN screwed the retainer on.... all is well!!
The HW2000i runs well, so far! I have 2 hours on it. The efficiency mode does work, cutting the rpm and noise down by a third. I believe that the output specs are in line. Don't plan on running many power tools. It will barely run my 10amp skill saw. I tried my small table saw, the breaker kicked off. 8amp shop vac - OK! Anything that makes heat, no problem up to the rating output. It doesn't like any surges from induction motors.
I plan on using the generator for power outages and I installed a transfer switch. The hw2000i will run my Ref., tv, lights, and computers. The sine wave output looked pretty clean on my oscilloscope.
No battery charging cable and the output is unregulated on the 12 volt output. I made my own cable with a 2 prong extension cable and battery clamps. I put the charger on a car battery the output dropped to 15 volts.
I don't think that it was made to charge car batteries..... It will work, but do it at your own risk! Better monitor the charger!
I hope this helps! Good deal if it keeps running. A little heavy, I can deal with the noise, especially pulling only a few amps on the efficiency setting.ONE YEAR Later...It still runs well... I must point out one issue!!
On mine, you must prime the generator 50 to 100 times to get it started. It seems like it is impossible to "flood". If it doesn't start... keep priming it. Once running, it runs great. NOT good for many power tools.
If you do not mind the starting issue, it's a good buy.
I'm going to take away one star! 7/31/2010

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Great for recreational use--whether you're going camping, hosting a tailgating party, or just in need of a quiet portable power supply--the Honeywell HW2000i Portable Home Generator provides efficient, quiet, and clean power for all your pastimes. Able to simultaneously power laptops, portable radios, TVs, and more, the HW2000i is a compact workhorse designed to expand your on-the-road and at-home options.
Great for recreational use, including boating, camping, tailgaiting, and more.Simultaneously Power Your AppliancesThe CSA-listed, CARB-, and 50-State-compliant HW2000i comes equipped with a 125-cc, four-stroke air engine that produces 2,000 rated watts of power--plenty of juice to keep a range of appliances, electrical devices, and systems up and running. With this handy device, you can simultaneously power cordless phones, radios, microwaves, electric fans, and more. You can also individually power a host of other items, including sump pumps, desktop computers, appliances, and home security systems.
Inverters: Quiet, Portable PowerOffering 120 volts of output, the HW2000i is an inverter generator, so it provides clean power and quiet operation (62-dB rating at seven meters, no load).
Also, this four-stroke unit requires only gasoline and oil. It will run for five hours when the 1.5-gallon tank is full, making it a great option for all your recreational needs. And at just 62 pounds and with built-in handles, it's easy to move and store.
Efficient and Easy to UseThe HW2000i is exceptionally simple to use and comes equipped with Smart Start instructions to assist with easy starts. To help ensure trouble-free operation, an indicator light will illuminate, and the unit will completely shut down in low-oil conditions. An overload protection indicator light helps preserve the life of the HW2000i, and an economy mode allows you to save fuel and further reduce running sound.
The HW2000i is backed by a two-year warranty.
What's in the BoxHW2000i; owner's manual; oil fill container; oil drain pipe; spark plug wrench; screwdriver handle; and screwdriver universal bit.

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Briggs & Stratton Elite Series 8,550 Watt 10 HP OHV Gas Powered Portable Generator #030241 Review

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(More customer reviews)After a 28 hour winter power outage, I decided to get a generator to keep our housing essentials alive... like heat, refrigerator, microwave, etc. I bought this generator because it had a good price and ratings that would handle my needs, plus extra starting power for motors. The listing said it could take 10 days to arrive, but it only took three days. I did some wiring to allow me to connect the generator to our electric dryer outlet. Then I took it outside on a cool day, poured in a little bit of gas, turned off the main house breaker, and plugged it in. It started on the first pull, and then we turned on the furnace and then let everything else in the house just work naturally until it ran out of gas about an hour later. This generator powered it all with no problems. Some people were without power here for 7 days. I highly recommend this unit.

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Briggs & Stratton OHV Engine For longer life, reduced noise, and better fuel efficiency. Dura-Bore Cast Iron Cylinder Sleeve Withstands wear, helping to extend engine life Extended Run Time 7-gallon tank produces 13 hours of electricity at 50% load. Super Silencer Muffler Keeps noise levels down and reduces sparks. Model Number: 30241 Manufacturer: Briggs & Stratton Made in USA: Yes Engine Brand: Briggs & Stratton Intek Starting System: Recoil Start HP/CC: 10 HP Consumer Engine Warranty: 2 Years Commercial Engine Warranty: Not Available Engine RPM: 3600 RPM Low Oil Alert: Yes Cast Iron Sleeve: Yes Product Specs Voltage 120/240 Single-Phase Frequency: 60 Hertz Alternator: Brushless Auto Voltage Regulation: No Fuel Type Gasoline Rated Amps: 23 Amps @ 240 Volts (Single Phase) Portability Kit: NeverFlat Tank Size: 7 Gallons Run Time (50% Load): 13 Hours Fuel Tank Material: Plastic Fuel Gauge: No Idle Control: No Hour Meter: No Voltage Meter: No Lifting Eye: No Overview Weight: 165 Lbs. (74.84 kilograms) Dimensions: 30L x 23.5W x 28.5H (76.20 x 59.69 x 72.39 cm) Consumer Warranty: 2 Years Commercial Warranty: 2 Years

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Engine CLEANING Gun SOLVENT AIR Pressure Washer Sprayer Review

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(More customer reviews)Works well if you have a large enough capacity compressor/tank. The little ones run out of air before it is able to suck up the fluid.

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UST GG1200 1,200 Watt 2.4 HP 79.5cc 4-Stroke OHV Portable Gas Powered Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)When I unpacked it, I just put oil and fuel in the engine, followed the simple directions and it started right up. I quickly opened the choke and it "hunted" for a minute before settling down as it warmed up; that wouldn't have happened if I'd gradually opened the choke as it warmed up. No problem, I could've plugged in an electrical load right away and it would've settled down. I found it will continuously power a 1500W heater without complaint, though obviously that's not recommended. It's got plenty of reserve, though, at its rated 1000W capacity. The whole thing's made in China, including the engine that looks to me like a copy of an OHV Tecumseh. With it running outside under load I can hear it all through the house, sounding about like a push mower. It would be a bit loud for running at night in a quiet campground. My intended use for it is for an emergency heat source for a pet in case of a winter power outage, so noise isn't an issue for me. I think this is a dandy little generator for light duty, at a very good price.

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1200 Watts Surge - 1000 Watts Continuous Output. 9 Hours of Run Time at 50% Load on a 1.5 Gallon Tank of Fuel. Powerful 2.5 HP 79.5 cc 4 Stroke/Air Cooled OHV Engine. AC Reset Recoil Starter Spark. Arrest Type Muffler (2) 120-Volt AC Outlets (1) 12-Volt and 10 AMP DC Outlet. AMP Rated Frequency: 60Hz Noise Rating: 67 dBA Rated Voltage: 120 Volts Power Factor: 0:1 (lag).

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Yamaha EF2000iS 2,000 Watt 79cc OHV 4-Stroke Gas Powered Portable Inverter Generator (CARB Compliant) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had this for about a month. This is a very high quality unit, nicely designed. I chose it over the Honda Eu2000i because it has a fuel gage and is a hair lighter (2 pounds), and liked the styling better. Specs are so close it's a tie... the Yamaha unit specs a bit quieter in "eco" throttle but the Honda specs a bit quieter at full power. Prior to this purchase I had bought a Honeywell inverter generator (a much less expensive Chinese-made knock-off) from Costco which I returned, because I was unimpressed with the Honeywell unit's quality and noise level. While the price difference is major, you get what you pay for in this case. Anyone looking at the cheaper knock-offs should really consider that a 5db increase in noise level is about twice as loud, the way humans perceive it.
The most impressive thing about this unit is how quiet it is. Even at full engine speed you can stand about 6 feet away and have a normal conversation without raising your voice, or talk on a cell phone without undue distraction. It features an "eco" setting which tapers down the engine throttle and noise when full load isn't required. At half-throttle or less, from about 6 feet away it is about half as loud and amazingly quiet. I used it to run a 50-amp 12v battery charger and at full charge level the charger only required the generator to operate at about half-speed, and when the charger tapered down the charge level to under 30-amps the generator became so quiet I literally forgot about it. It is MUCH quieter than my boat's inboard diesel engine, and more efficient than running the main engine just to top off the batteries. I also used it to power a heavy duty 120v grinder and it had no problems supplying the needed power, even on electric motor start-up.
I got this mainly for charging our boat's batteries at anchor but I also wanted the ability to run power tools. The lighter 1000-watt inverter generators could easily handle the charging application but not the more power-hungry tools. Having the extra power also means the eco-throttle will likely kick in earlier and the unit will operate quieter. The number-1 purchase criteria was "quiet" because I don't want to be distracted by incessant noise or be a bad neighbor in anchorages. The Honeywell was not quiet enough in my opinion.
An appeal to other boaters and to campers: Please don't settle for "cheap". Get a better quality inverter-generator unit that's quieter so you minimize noise pollution in get-away places. (Leave your "contractors generator" at home!!!) Also, please be considerate of neighbors and limit running it to times/places you aren't as likely to disturb others... and don't leave your boat or campsite while it runs and runs. We all like our electric conveniences, but if you really need 120v power more or less constantly; you should stay home or get a dock/parking space where you can plug into "the grid". It's rude to disturb others who are trying to get away to find some peace and quiet. If generators are abused it will lead to regulations banning them.
Negative: The unit ships without engine oil, so you need to buy a quart of standard 4-stroke engine oil and fill it. You will also need a funnel, and a pan to catch excess oil. There is no dipstick; you need to fill to the level of the bottom of the filler hole until any more runs out. It uses less than 3/4 quart. I think they should have included the required amount of oil, and a plastic filler container with a spout, marked to show the proper amount of oil to use.

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Powerful, portable, and efficient, the Yamaha EF2000iS Gas-Powered Portable Inverter delivers maximum electrical output without sacrificing portability. Thanks to its innovative inverter system, the generator is able to generate up to 2,000 watts of clean AC power. It can run up to 10.5 hours continuously without refueling and uses premium technologies to maximize fuel efficiency.
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Drainzit Oil Drain Hose, 3/8IN Port Oil Drain #STAN1438 Review

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(More customer reviews)This product is excellent. Makes changing oil a breeze. No more spills or getting burned with hot oil. The rubber collar keeps the valve out of the way until time to change oil. Highly recommended.

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