$339 Honda/Yamaha knock-off 1KW Generator at CostCo

[teotwaki]

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Produc...=4&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1

Honeywell HW1000i

Producing a powerful 900 watts of power and weighing only 30 lbs., this gasoline powered unit will run 5 hours on a full tank. The HW1000i provides 120V outlet power through 1 outlet. The HW1000i is an inverter generator

Features:

Rated Watts: 900, Maximum Watts: 1000
Amps: 7.5 A @ 120 Volts
Engine: Type 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, Air-Cooled, OHV
Engine cc: 53cc
Start: Recoil
Outlets: (1) 15A 120VAC (NEMA 5-15R)
Fuel Tank: .71 Gallons
Run Time: 5 Hours @ 50% Load
Frame: High Impact, Injection Molded Case
Portability: Integrated Handle
Added Features: Power Indicator Light, AC and DC Overload Protection, Efficiency Mode Switch
Dimensions: 18.1" L x 15.1" H x 9.6" W
Weight: 30 lbs
Sound Rating: (7m) 60 dB - no load, 69 dB - 75% load
Warranty: 2 Year Limited

 

[kerry]

Looks like Honeywell has a 2000 watt also. Can't find it at Costco.

http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-HW2...ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1249490103&sr=8-1

 

[teotwaki]

Looks like Honeywell has a 2000 watt also. Can't find it at Costco.

http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-HW2...ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1249490103&sr=8-1

Somebody had flooded the local Craigslist with these but it seems that Honeywell and others are distributing them under their own names.

I paid about $350 (Craigslist) for my slightly used Yamaha 1KW generator so I'm already taken care of :elkgrin:

 

[JoeinNH]

I just picked up the 2000W version at Home Depot yesterday.

They had them listed for $299.

They were advertised as 2008 models.

 

[mhiscox]

Since decibel sound ratings are logarithmic, realize that the circa ten decibel higher sound ratings of this generator mean that it is about ten times as loud (sound energywise) as the Honda/Yamaha equivalents. Doesn't mean it's a bad deal, just that it's considerably noisier than the notably quiet mainstream brands.

My guess is that this generator would be a fine thing for providing power for ten minutes of tool use, but that it'd be pretty intolerable for hours at a time in a campground.

 

[fetus]

I'm tempted to get the 1000w one just on the size and weight alone.

I looked for the $299.00 2000w version at Home Depot with no luck, as they are discontinued. The SKU # is 183779, if you're inclined to call around and not waste time and gas driving around. They can also tell you if any local stores have them. I know some guys bought them up for cheap and are selling them on CL.

Though 1000w won't power much, it can recharge my amateur radio station batteries.

 

[proto]

I just picked up the 2000W version at Home Depot yesterday.

They had them listed for $299.

Dang, that's a good price! They're shown at $600 on the HD website.

 

[JoeinNH]

Dang, that's a good price! They're shown at $600 on the HD website.

Yeah, I thought so as well. I went there in the morning to pick something up for work and saw the display. I thought it was a good price, but I wasn't familiar with the Honeywell brand of generators. I went back to work and looked at some reviews. Decided it was a good price and went back at lunch. I actually bought two of them. One of the guys working there said he was calling his friends telling them about the deal, but no one was interested.

BTW...I have the Honda EU2000 and a larger 5500W Generac. I don't really need these, but I figured at that price I should pick them up! Not sure the wife agrees with my thinking though! :sombrero:

 

[VicHanson]

Since decibel sound ratings are logarithmic, realize that the circa ten decibel higher sound ratings of this generator mean that it is about ten times as loud (sound energywise) as the Honda/Yamaha equivalents. Doesn't mean it's a bad deal, just that it's considerably noisier than the notably quiet mainstream brands.

My guess is that this generator would be a fine thing for providing power for ten minutes of tool use, but that it'd be pretty intolerable for hours at a time in a campground.

It is possible to put a better muffler on a cheaper generator like these and get the sound down to the level of the Honda/Yamaha models?

How important is it to have a CARB certified unit if you don't live in California? Are there any restrictions on use of non-CARB models in California by out of state visiters?

Thanks, Vic

 

[teotwaki]

It is possible to put a better muffler on a cheaper generator like these and get the sound down to the level of the Honda/Yamaha models?

How important is it to have a CARB certified unit if you don't live in California? Are there any restrictions on use of non-CARB models in California by out of state visiters?

Thanks, Vic

I think that the little Yamahas also have some felt padding inside the plastic covers to kill mechanical noise.

No cop in California will be examining your generator for CARB compliance yet but the money-hungry legislators might dream something stupid up.

 

[saburai]

Here's another. Not quite as cheap though...

http://www.kipornorthamerica.com/Sinemaster2.aspx

 

[VicHanson]

If you want a cheap, and I'm sure noisy, generator, check out Harbor Freight, they have a 1000W, for $190, and a 2200W for $399, both are EPA and CARB cert. It doesn't give any noise rating for them. They are also the larger "roll cage" type, and heavier.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Category.taf?f=bylogo&logourl=chicagoelectricgens.gif&brand=Chicago%20Electric%20Generators

 

[teotwaki]

If you want a cheap, and I'm sure noisy, generator, check out Harbor Freight, they have a 1000W, for $190, and a 2200W for $399, both are EPA and CARB cert. It doesn't give any noise rating for them. They are also the larger "roll cage" type, and heavier.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Category.taf?f=bylogo&logourl=chicagoelectricgens.gif&brand=Chicago%20Electric%20Generators

They might be two stroke engines. A lot of those are coming from China.

 

[dieselcruiserhead]

A much as I hate 2 stroke, I scored a 1200W "Wildfire" generator the other day for... $150 brand new...
Here is an example... http://www.erniesequipment.com/cata...ortable-Gas-Camping-RV-1000/product_info.html

I do recommend 4 stroke though... And really there's nothing like a Honda...

Also, the DB rating on these is not impressive at all. Mine is 62 dB and is just barely loud enough to be annoying to the point where I'll be making an enclosure for it.

Mine is super Chinese but I figure if you're going Chinese you might as well save some money. The parts are the universal 'cheap generator' parts that seem to be available at all small engine repair places..

 

[VicHanson]

They might be two stroke engines. A lot of those are coming from China.

These are four stroke, but they do have a 800 W. 2 stroke for $130.

Vic