I know we have covered this before, but I just continue to be
disappointed with the Generac Ecogen. Very high failure rate, and
support is poor. Service requires expensive on site service. Also the
no load AC draw and programming setup is just not off grid ready at
all. I'm still not seeing any other great choices, though. Here's some
other possibilities:
1) Quality portable, like the Honda EU 7000i or Northstar with Honda
motor. Not the best choice especially for autostart, no propane, but at
least they can take it in to the shop if it goes down.
2) Kubota (or MQ) diesel. expensive, and possible cold weather start issues?
3) 20+ kW water cooled, 1800 rpm propane model. Overkill, expensive,
but probably will last a really long time.
4) Similar Home standby unit, but Kohler brand. Kohler used to be
great, but now a days I'm not so sure.
I just can't keep recommending a generator I know has been giving other
customers trouble. Any new ideas on this age old problem?
--
Ray Walters
Remote Solar
303 505-8760
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