cheaper imported camping generators

[upstart]

I have a kipor which is a direct copy of the Honda 10. It's been excellent. Hasn't done a lot of work yet but it runs my Engel 60L fridge, a couple of halogen spotties and will run a 25amp battery recharger. I think the 3.5amp charger will be underdone for that battery.

[Mr__Bean]

The GMC ain't flash but they just give you a new one if it dies in twelve months.

Not any more, GMC went into receivership in December.

- Darren

[garman1]

The sweet taste of a "cheap bargain" turns sour when every time you want to use it, it won't start easily, is noisy, uses a lot of fuel, engine revs fluctuate even under constant load........

I ended up spending more on a good unit, but it felt so good when you wanted to start it.....it did!!!!!!! A guy next to us had a "no name" unit and he spent forever to get it to go and when it did finally start, it was loud as, not what you would want to have around you at dusk on a nice night etc.

Spend the bucks once and enjoy the investment forever.......................

[Steve B]

Thanks fellas,

Yes, I made a promise to myself a few years back to buy quality the first time....it stings in the pocket at first.....but years down the track you look back and never regret it.....fools pay twice.

I will save the pennies for a better unit. Honda, Yammie or Kipor....maybe even that Engel one for under $1000 looks OK.

Thanks for all the advice....keep posting too....if there are good deals and/or advice found....everyone can share and benefit. I have learnt heaps just by reading this thread...so thanks everyone.

Steve

[griz066]

Thanks fellas,
I will save the pennies for a better unit. Honda, Yammie or Kipor....maybe even that Engel one for under $1000 looks OK.
Steve

Engel use the Honda motor as well so they should be reliable

[GBC]

A 1000i will be heaps for your camping requirements - they are underrated.

Finga, the trade tools "power chief" has earth points and rcd. Much the same as a dunlite type setup.

[finga]

Ta mate.
Good shop that TradeTools.
I can't go there though. The cook banned me

[rhycebullimore]

i am just waiting for a few to turn up...if you or friend has abn or company deal directly with honda australia...1600 delivered to townsville, 2kva honda inverter silent series...2200 rrp. min order of 5