[NSRCA-discussion] Generators again

[Bob Richards]

This is one I use occasionally:
 
http://www.tractorsupply.com/sportsman-trade-2000-watt-portable-gasoline-generator-4458506
 
It normally sells for $200, but they occasionally have it on sale for $150 (like RIGHT NOW!). It is four-stroke so no mixing fuel (or smoke or fumes while running). I've had good luck with mine. It is not as quiet as the inverter generators, but it certainly is not very loud. I back my truck/trailer to the flight line, run an extension cord with the generator in front of the truck. Not objectionable at all.
 
Just keep in mind the size of the power supply and chargers you will be using and make sure you keep the power down to around 1400 watts or less. This is never a problem for me, but I don't fly anything (yet) over 4S.
 
Bob R.
 
 

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 From: "HankPajari at aol.com" <HankPajari at aol.com>
To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org 
Sent: Monday, October 1, 2012 4:01 PM
Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Generators again
  

 


Hi, lurker here pattern wannabe 

I know there were a few threads in the last couple of years discussing 
generators.  I did a search on the website and only came up with a couple 
of hits on generators and none on Harbor Freight. 

If memory serves, the discussions centered around upper end 
generators.  At this time I cannot justify spending a grand or two for 
something that is probably massive overkill. 

I mainly fly sport.  Eventually I want to get into pattern.  My 
biggest LIPO pack right now is a 4S1P.   

At my age, once I get into pattern my destination would be Masters and not 
crashing.  I have no belief that I will be competitive at other than local 
contests. 

I use Hyperion 606i chargers, one AC/DC and one DC only.  When I get 
into pattern I assume that I will have to upgrade chargers to accommodate larger 
packs.  I bought 3 OS 160s when I started getting serious but as time 
passes and I read the posts on the discussion board I am backing off that 
position and will be going electric.  (If gas was a viable option that is 
the direction I would jump at). 

Getting down to business now.  Harbor Freight will be having a sale in 
a couple of weeks on a portable generator.  It's regular price 
is $179.99 and will be on sale for $79.99.  Item number 66619.  
Pros and Cons are: 

Pro -  
Light, just under 40 lbs. 
According to the reviews it is fairly quiet and reliable, after 
putting a better plug in it and going over it and tightening the screws and 
bolts. 
5 hour run time at half load, one gallon fuel tank so can assume 5 
hour runtime per gallon.  Probably only need 2 gallons fuel per 
contest. 
Looks fairly small. 

Con -  
Gas and Oil 2 stroke. 
800 Watt, 6.6 Amp rated. 
One 120v outlet. 
Recoil start. 

Would some of you that really know something about this please review the 
above and give me your comments? 

Thanks 

Hank
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