Generators and low voltage - Again!

thomasinnv · September 23, 2020, 07:11:17 AM

Quote from: belfert on September 22, 2020, 07:20:11 PM
This generator is a hunk of crap. My low voltage issues are so bad now I can't even run more than one rooftop A/C unit. This thing is probably going to the nearest scrap yard. I seriously want to beat it with a sledgehammer.

I think I want to go with Wrico for a replacement. Wrico seems to understand the conversion market plus they use relays and not an ECU. They advertise here like the others.

They still use electronic voltage regulators and if you want auto start capabilities they are electronic as well.

richard5933 · September 23, 2020, 07:15:07 AM

I installed a 13K generator head from Wrico on the Perkins engine in our 4106. The unit ran great and produced smooth clean power. Never had a problem with the voltage, and once the RPM on the engine was dialed in the frequency was solid as well. I believe we set it for 62hz at no load, and it never dropped below 59 at full load.

luvrbus · September 23, 2020, 08:41:12 AM

Cat is his best bet to check the speed control which cost $700 bucks and the rectifier

chessie4905 · September 23, 2020, 10:19:44 AM

Still cheaper than a new generator. Yeah, it needs a thorough checkover. Could be something simple. You might pull the exhaust manifold and check for carbon plugged exhaust ports. Where did you get the generator? Whats his name used to sell lots of them and was helpful to several on here that had issues, or it may have been over on BNO.

windtrader · September 23, 2020, 10:25:10 AM

The topic is generators so just asking. What is true market for a used generac 7.5kW generator with 800 documented hours? Just considering unloading this beast from the bus and getting a small portable as a backup to the solar/lithium setup.

chessie4905 · September 23, 2020, 10:31:50 AM

Probably good in Hurricane hit areas with a lot of power outages. I know some here 😉 don't care for Harbor Freight, but their small Predator generators have good reviews and much cheaper than a Honda. They can be paired also like the H.

thomasinnv · September 23, 2020, 10:41:16 AM

Quote from: windtrader on September 23, 2020, 10:25:10 AM
The topic is generators so just asking. What is true market for a used generac 7.5kW generator with 800 documented hours? Just considering unloading this beast from the bus and getting a small portable as a backup to the solar/lithium setup.

Gas, LP, or diesel? Diesel could fetch more than the others.

luvrbus · September 23, 2020, 10:53:17 AM

Quote from: thomasinnv on September 23, 2020, 10:41:16 AM
Gas, LP, or diesel? Diesel could fetch more than the others.

Generac with belt drive don't bring much on the market wonder if Don's is direct or belt driven

windtrader · September 23, 2020, 11:20:22 AM

It is diesel and bolt on. It is a very nice generator. I have considered mounting on side of my house but we so rarely have electrical interruptions it really doesn't make sense. If we do have an outage of any duration that causes disruptions to our daily routine or comfort, we'll walk across the driveway and open up the bus.

luvrbus · September 23, 2020, 11:35:37 AM

Quote from: windtrader on September 23, 2020, 11:20:22 AM
It is diesel and bolt on. It is a very nice generator. I have considered mounting on side of my house but we so rarely have electrical interruptions it really doesn't make sense. If we do have an outage of any duration that causes disruptions to our daily routine or comfort, we'll walk across the driveway and open up the bus.

Generac really got a bad reputation when Briggs and Stratton owned the company for a few years and they are hard to sell because of it

richard5933 · September 23, 2020, 12:15:01 PM

Quote from: luvrbus on September 23, 2020, 11:35:37 AM

Generac really got a bad reputation when Briggs and Stratton owned the company for a few years and they are hard to sell because of it

Generac's main plant is just down the road from me. Quite popular around here.

Van · September 23, 2020, 12:27:42 PM

Quote from: belfert on September 22, 2020, 07:20:11 PM
This generator is a hunk of crap. My low voltage issues are so bad now I can't even run more than one rooftop A/C unit. This thing is probably going to the nearest scrap yard. I seriously want to beat it with a sledgehammer.

I think I want to go with Wrico for a replacement. Wrico seems to understand the conversion market plus they use relays and not an ECU. They advertise here like the others.

You can't go wrong with a Wrico Genny, Dick Wright is a pleasure to do business with and a good resource when needed.

Brian there will be a nice one coming up for sale soon it is being swapped out for a bigger unit. Let me know and I will PM you the contact info

windtrader · September 23, 2020, 12:32:57 PM

Not trying to steal anyone's deal here, just curious what the market is for a very good condition diesel generator. Obviously being out west, far better to make a deal out here.

Couple pics of the genny.

Van · September 23, 2020, 01:35:43 PM

Quote from: windtrader on September 23, 2020, 12:32:57 PM
Not trying to steal anyone's deal here, just curious what the market is for a very good condition diesel generator. Obviously being out west, far better to make a deal out here.

Couple pics of the genny.

PM sent.

belfert · September 23, 2020, 04:34:29 PM

Quote from: chessie4905 on September 23, 2020, 10:19:44 AM
Still cheaper than a new generator. Yeah, it needs a thorough checkover. Could be something simple. You might pull the exhaust manifold and check for carbon plugged exhaust ports. Where did you get the generator? Whats his name used to sell lots of them and was helpful to several on here that had issues, or it may have been over on BNO.

My concern is spending $500 to $1000 at the CAT dealer and they find nothing wrong. I bet they are at least $150 per hour. I went to a Detroit dealer last year and spent $700 for a morning worth of work.

The generator was bought brand new direct from Powertech in 2006.