Thread: Small Diesel Generator

Originally Posted by Slick

Not sure where you are coming from with all this.

Digby Fantona is a troll. He likes to sound intelligent but he's just an argumentative twat who uses Google before posting. Best just ignore him.

^ Good advise which I have decided to implement.

I am off to Global House to see what portable generators they have in stock. Then once I do more research, I will choose one and give it a try using everyone's input.

Originally Posted by VocalNeal

In a small house it might be easier to have a separate AC and rewire some separate sockets for the TV/PC and socket for the beer fridge. PEA power goes out just start the generator (or it starts itself) and one manually switches one's life over. Other AC comes back on when the PEA power comes back on and one switches back. This avoids accidentally overloading the gen set with non essential loads.

I would go with the manual system and have a few "Generator Circuits" for essential appliances. Some guys want automatic but I don't mind manually switching stuff over.

Digby, I have just got back from Global House and Tool Pro. The generator set that got my attention was the Sakari EU6500CXS. It is Honda powered and seems to be fairly popular. I took a look at some first hand comments on that "other" forum and they were all favorable. I will continue doing some research, but for now, it has gone to the top of my list.

^I must say you're thorough. I walked into the shop, looked at a couple, picked one out and had it taken to my SUV. Took about ten minutes. Nine years later it's still doing fine.

You were lucky Davis and reaped the benefit of a good choice. Usually I know what I want when I finally walk into a store, but that is only after researching as much as I can. A back up generator can do some harm if it is not the correct size, as you have said. Same logic as measure twice, cut once.

I've got a small refrigerator in the master bedroom for water, Gatorade, etc. Another ten minute selection process. Nineteen years later it's chugging along. I operate under the premise that inbred Chinamen make all brands in one huge sweatshop, so just grab and go - luck of the draw.

^
If that works for you great, go with it.

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

Digby, I have just got back from Global House and Tool Pro. The generator set that got my attention was the Sakari EU6500CXS. It is Honda powered and seems to be fairly popular. I took a look at some first hand comments on that "other" forum and they were all favorable. I will continue doing some research, but for now, it has gone to the top of my list.

What was the price rick?

And did it look like this? Are you sure you got the model number 100% correct? Trying to research

EG6500CXS

Originally Posted by Digby Fantona

There are a number which are allegedly fitted with Honda engines but none which is pure Honda.

There is so much false here.

Ive had several units that were honda powered and the last one was a push lawnmower with a honda engine and "Euro" branding with a steel frame/deck. Quick cross referencing on phone in the shop can prove legit or not. I sold it along with a house but its still going and its been 4 years. 100% honda engine.

Not sure where you are from Digby but for Americans Honda engines are a dime a dozen and can be easily spotted.

Originally Posted by Slick

Not sure where you are from Digby but for Americans Honda engines are a dime a dozen and can be easily spotted.

I am talking about generators which use a Honda motor as a component but which are not wholly made by Honda.

Originally Posted by Digby Fantona

I am talking about generators which use a Honda motor as a component but which are not wholly made by Honda.

See post above and my statement still stands. You can easily buy 'just the engine' dude people do it all the time. We used to buy them and build Go-Carts as kids.

Why is it so hard to grasp that a manufacturer would but honda engines and chinese gen-sets and make their own kit?

Originally Posted by Slick

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

Digby, I have just got back from Global House and Tool Pro. The generator set that got my attention was the Sakari EU6500CXS. It is Honda powered and seems to be fairly popular. I took a look at some first hand comments on that "other" forum and they were all favorable. I will continue doing some research, but for now, it has gone to the top of my list.

What was the price rick?

And did it look like this? Are you sure you got the model number 100% correct? Trying to research

EG6500CXS

Very close, but it has two large wheels and a folding pull bar for moving. Not sure what the difference is between the EU and EG model nomenclature.

I got the salesman down to 19,600 baht.

Hope you read my first post were everyone thinks I'm a fuckwit but from Sllck.
1st page bottom line was my original reference
From Honda them selves.

Power output quality
Voltage regulation controls the power output of the generator . Consistent power is extremely important. Fluctuations in power can cause equipment to shut down or even damage the appliance.

AC Power is depicted using a sine wave. The smoother the curve , the more stable the power.

Any spikes or "blips" in the curve are caused by a fluctuation in the power. These can be bad for both your generator and the equipment being powered.

Originally Posted by Digby Fantona

Originally Posted by Slick

Not sure where you are from Digby but for Americans Honda engines are a dime a dozen and can be easily spotted.

I am talking about generators which use a Honda motor as a component but which are not wholly made by Honda.

I believe this is what a Sakari is. The salesman said it was made in Thailand. Possibly Honda motor with Chinese or Thai components all assembled in Thailand? Not sure and still researching.

Originally Posted by Digby Fantona

Two considerations are the safe positioning of a machine, ideally in the open to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and

It as we know is the exhaust which facilitates suicide so should be prevailingly downwind of the house. The exhaust port will have a flange so easy to make some piping to the outside/roof of a "shed"

Fuck you to thanks
Honda Generators - Selecting the right portable generator for you

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Yes, I have read it and all good information.

Speaking of power fluctuations, we have those all the time here in Thailand. I even notice when a fan slows down or speeds up depending on electrical flow. My dining room light will dim as well as a result of electrical fluctuations. It would be interesting to monitor my electical flow for a 24 hour period. Nothing seems to have been harmed from these fluctuations.

This it Rick?

https://www.dohome.co.th/dohome/th/p...00CXS-10224146

?????????????????? : ?????????????????? SAKARI

^ yep. We notice that all the time even here in downtown Bangkok. Even using supposed stabilized power supplies.
We are running slot cars and even small fluctuations are noticeable.

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

It would be interesting to monitor my electical flow for a 24 hour period. Nothing seems to have been harmed from these fluctuations.

Happened at the last house I built. We originally had really shitty supply. Last house on a long line. My supply voltage would get down to 170v and fluorescent lights wouldn't start but the TV and WIFI and chargers all worked fine. I could run 1 aircon as well but it was slow. Then they brought 3 phase in near the house and all problems solved.

Now in the house I rent it happens when it rains. Ive seen it at 180v and everything still 'works' just dim bulbs and slow motors. I know its not good to do but I haven't had any issues.

Originally Posted by Slick

This it Rick?

https://www.dohome.co.th/dohome/th/p...00CXS-10224146

?????????????????? : ?????????????????? SAKARI

Yes, that is it. Higher price than ToolPro. Surprising. Maybe ToolPro is last year's model which is fine with me.

What are your thoughts?

Its 5,500 watt

220V / 50Hz

20 amp

3600 RPM

389 cc

Air Cooled

4-stroke petrol engine single cylinder

Electric Start with key