How to quiet my generator
10-05-2007, 07:57 PM
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what do you know about these 6kw diesel generators that are single cylinder air cooled jobs? they are in housings like the inverter generators... are they about the same on noise?
10-06-2007, 01:05 AM
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Yes, I read a ton about the diesel units. That is kinda what I wanted but they are too heavy to lug around that is for sure. Around 200 lbs. That is just to much weight to deal with.
Yes, the noise levels are about the same and you know the diesel will run longer on a tank of fuel.
Yes, the noise levels are about the same and you know the diesel will run longer on a tank of fuel.
10-06-2007, 07:50 AM
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I wasnt as concerned about the weight... I can lower it into the bed of the truck and once its there, I dont have to worry as much about it growing legs and walking away... 2 60lb 2000 watt hondas can be easily picked up and carried off...... a 350lb diesel unit, not so much so...
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...Product%20Page
that one has made me somewhat curious... seems to be a good value if its quiet and efficient......
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...Product%20Page
that one has made me somewhat curious... seems to be a good value if its quiet and efficient......
10-06-2007, 07:36 PM
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There is a reason why many quote "as quiet as a honda". They are not though! The reason Honda's are expensive is for noise and quality of product. Buy cheap and play with it, get frustrated and then buy a Honda. Think Red!
10-06-2007, 09:22 PM
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I have said before, i have a Honda 3000is inverter generator on the back of the truck. Probably 50% of the nights for over two years it has run at 3/4 capacity, runs a 1700 watt air conditioner and heat pump. Also runs a 1800 watt draw microwave besides floating the truck batteries. It has been flawless, just change the oil and let it rip. When the oil starts to darken, I change it, all half quart of it. Costs me five to seven dollars to run for a 10 to 12 hour off duty time with all the comforts of home.
10-06-2007, 11:38 PM
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I have said before, i have a Honda 3000is inverter generator on the back of the truck. Probably 50% of the nights for over two years it has run at 3/4 capacity, runs a 1700 watt air conditioner and heat pump. Also runs a 1800 watt draw microwave besides floating the truck batteries. It has been flawless, just change the oil and let it rip. When the oil starts to darken, I change it, all half quart of it. Costs me five to seven dollars to run for a 10 to 12 hour off duty time with all the comforts of home.
10-08-2007, 11:53 AM
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I got a small Coleman generator (3,000K I believe) for free. It was ridiculously loud, so what I did was pack the little tin can muffler with fiberglass exhaust packing (you can find it at motorcycle shops, it's used in motocross bikes). I got a piece of wire mesh and riveted it to the exhaust opening in the muffler (basically a 1.5" hole) to keep the packing in. This helped A TON, and was quiet enough to be tolerable...but I was bored, so I welded on a 2" 90 degree "L" pipe, followed by a tiny muffler (about the size of two pop cans stacked) I took off this cheap-o broken chinese minibike that I had laying around. I finished this with another 6" of the steel pipe and a flapper on the top for good measure. It is now super quiet and runs perfectly. A good synthetic high mileage oil helps with oil consumption and mechanical noise.
10-18-2007, 03:14 PM
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If you plan on staying in a state park most anywhere you are going to find the generator run hours are usually 8AM to 9PM. Quiet hours at night.
If you want to be a good neighbor get a Honda or Yamaha inverter generator. your neighbors will appreciate it.
Jim
If you want to be a good neighbor get a Honda or Yamaha inverter generator. your neighbors will appreciate it.
Jim
10-25-2007, 11:30 PM
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Hondas are overrated for the price - they are riding their reputation at this point, and aren't what they used to be. The Yamaha is much more durable, and is near silent, every bit as quiet as the Honda.
After 1000 hours, (2 years for us) the Honda EU3000 motor was toast, burning oil faster than gas. The cost of a rebuild or motor replacement was more than the cost of a new unit.
After 3000 hours, the Yamaha 3000 SEIB is still going strong, on the original plug if you can believe it, with just oil and air filter changes.
After 1000 hours, (2 years for us) the Honda EU3000 motor was toast, burning oil faster than gas. The cost of a rebuild or motor replacement was more than the cost of a new unit.
After 3000 hours, the Yamaha 3000 SEIB is still going strong, on the original plug if you can believe it, with just oil and air filter changes.
10-26-2007, 02:00 AM
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Hondas are overrated for the price - they are riding their reputation at this point, and aren't what they used to be. The Yamaha is much more durable, and is near silent, every bit as quiet as the Honda.
After 1000 hours, (2 years for us) the Honda EU3000 motor was toast, burning oil faster than gas. The cost of a rebuild or motor replacement was more than the cost of a new unit.
After 3000 hours, the Yamaha 3000 SEIB is still going strong, on the original plug if you can believe it, with just oil and air filter changes.
After 1000 hours, (2 years for us) the Honda EU3000 motor was toast, burning oil faster than gas. The cost of a rebuild or motor replacement was more than the cost of a new unit.
After 3000 hours, the Yamaha 3000 SEIB is still going strong, on the original plug if you can believe it, with just oil and air filter changes.
I use my Honda commercially. I had to get the calculator and see how many hours that you are talking about. There is no hour meter and I am sure that you record each minute of use.
Anyway your figures come out to a bit less than ten hours a week. I use my Honda generally 30 hours a week or more on the truck.... ten to twelve hour stops using air and cooking. It has been flawless, is outside, no cover, has never used a bit of oil. Been doing this for 2 1/2 years. Never thought it would hold up with no oil filter. I did change the spark plug once, didn't need it, looked like new, same for the air filter. I change the oil when it gets dark but no where near black.I have eliminated the battery and just have a jumper to the truck battery. Starts rain or shine, in driving rain the low oil light will come on from the water running down the inside of the panel. My bunk is right beside the unit which is mounted behind the cab, sleep comfortably, not at all to noisey.
So you can tout the greatness of the Yamaha, probably right. But you make a fool of yourself saying that the Honda is junk. I have never hear complaints of any Honda motor and I have several of them. Lawnmower, pressure washer, not to mention the motorcycles I have and have had. I honestly would sooner go for a Honda than a Yamaha from experience with bikes.
12-07-2007, 05:32 AM
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I have a coleman cheapo generator. 5000watts I think. I want to be able to run it at a crowded campground on Labor Day to have A/C. At least I hope I need A/C! I don't want to hear it, and I know my neighbors aren't gonna wanna hear it either. I though about making a pipe and muffler to go up real high and have a support on the back of the camper. Any thoughts? What has anyone else done?
12-07-2007, 10:16 AM
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Hondas are overrated for the price - they are riding their reputation at this point, and aren't what they used to be. The Yamaha is much more durable, and is near silent, every bit as quiet as the Honda.
After 1000 hours, (2 years for us) the Honda EU3000 motor was toast, burning oil faster than gas. The cost of a rebuild or motor replacement was more than the cost of a new unit.
After 3000 hours, the Yamaha 3000 SEIB is still going strong, on the original plug if you can believe it, with just oil and air filter changes.
After 1000 hours, (2 years for us) the Honda EU3000 motor was toast, burning oil faster than gas. The cost of a rebuild or motor replacement was more than the cost of a new unit.
After 3000 hours, the Yamaha 3000 SEIB is still going strong, on the original plug if you can believe it, with just oil and air filter changes.
Another vote for the Yamaha. I've got an EF2400is that I use with my fifth wheel. Its super quiet and runs my 15K BTU A/C easily. It ramps up the rpms just a bit when the A/C fires off,but then it runs right back down to almost an idle. You can easily stand over it and have a normal conversation.
The only thing I don't like is the smallish fuel tank.
12-07-2007, 06:32 PM
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has anyone tried extending the exhaust pipe. and installing a 90' bend. and placing the exhaust pipe just above the bottom of a large bucket of water. it makes the gen set, sound like a small outboard motor at the lake. of course you will still need to deal with engine noise....
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