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 ·  Posted: 21.06.2014  ·  #1
Hi guys,
We've resisted getting in to generators but are now feeling the need. I bought a 600 w invertor to run the laptop and as Ally predicted the power keeps going down. Will get the leisure batteries checked out but would welcome advice on generators :which to buy, where in South East to buy. We will be in France this summer. Are they cheaper there? As brands are different sometimes it's difficult to judge.
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 ·  Posted: 21.06.2014  ·  #2
I got a 2ltr honda suitcase generator recently I am delighted with it
It is very quite and easy on fuel easy to store and no smell of petrol
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 ·  Posted: 21.06.2014  ·  #3
The best one is the Honda suitcase type but you pay a lot for those, I know Donaghys were selling hyundai ones which are similar to the Hondas. Generally the suitcase type and sine wave, then figure out if 1kva or larger is required.
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 ·  Posted: 21.06.2014  ·  #4
Yea Honda are the ultimate but a 1kw genny will only run lights, fridge, laptop and from experience of selling these items I found people were coming back and changing for the 2kw. I have sold quite a few Kipor 2.0kw and 2.6 kw and never had bother with any of them. I have a good secondhand 2.6kw pure sine wave generator "suitcase type" that can be sold a lot cheaper than a new one. The 2.6 kw will drive everything in a Motorhome and is as quiet as a Honda. PM me if you need more info.
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 ·  Posted: 22.06.2014  ·  #5
Generators are usually frowned upon in France. Solar is the preferred method for charging batteries there.
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 ·  Posted: 22.06.2014  ·  #6
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Generators are usually frowned upon in France. Solar is the preferred method for charging batteries there.


I think generators are frowned upon nearly everywhere ! As Mark said I would be inclined to investigate solar first and maybe fit an extra leisure Battery
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 ·  Posted: 22.06.2014  ·  #7
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Generators are usually frowned upon in France. solar is the preferred method for charging batteries there.


I think generators are frowned upon nearly everywhere ! As Mark said I would be inclined to investigate solar first and maybe fit an extra leisure Battery


I agree 100% . Been using laptops, mobile phones, walkie talkies for years with-out a genny . I done even own an electric lead for hook-up.
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