Storm a -coming

[TomC]

VERY IMPORTANT to exercise them frequently!!

 

[BeerThirty]

I cannot recommend enough to consider a duel-fuel generator! If the power goes out the fuel pumps won’t work at gad stations. Or, if there’s an emergency and the lines at the station are a mile long, you might find yourself in a mess. These dual fuel generators burn cleaner and having a little extra propane around the house isn’t a bad idea if you it for lanterns, grills, etc…

 

[Nicodemus]

I have an 8500 watt Generac generator, just in case. With enough stored gas to run it a long time. It will be used mostly for keeping our freezers running. We can cook outside with no trouble, over the fire and coals.

 

[hopper]

This is something where Harbor Freight isn't a bad option. The predator series are cheap, and really well liked by many. I know of some food truck operators running them with thousands of hours.

Not bad generators. I bought a good size one a few years back for my SIL to run a concrete grinder. Hasn't failed yet. Runs 2-3 days a week for 3-6 hrs a day. We also have a northern 13,000 that's been going strong for 7-8 yrs

 

[notnksnemor]

Lot to consider when talking about alternate power.

Well or city water?
Preserve food or total comfort?
etc.....

I have a well, refrigerator in the house and a freezer in the garage.
I have an old, loud, 3500 watt generator with a 220V receptacle.
During Irma we were without power for 4 days.
The genny kept the fridge, freezer, TV, and coffee maker running constantly.
Twice a day switch it to the well to flush commodes and fill water jugs.
Only lacked hot water, had to heat a pot on the gas grill for a hot sponge bath.

 

[fflintlock]

Anyone running a duel fuel/natural gas generator?
I'm thinking about buying one.

 

[Core Lokt]

Enough said. 20 KW propane runs the whole house. I did the portable for years.