Unfortunately, many old names of small, portable generators have gone away -
Kohler and Onan to name two. The Coleman line was definitely an entry level
series. Portables have become a commodity where many people look at only
price and as a result, many units are off-off shore in orgin. My suggestion
- find a local dealer who can offer service on the engine as well as the
generator head. Briggs has their own line now, with an extensive dealer
network. Winco is another American brand. I purchased a Voltmaster 2 bearing
unit that I direct coupled to an 11 hp Briggs with a Lovejoy coupling. Seems
good so far. With most generators direct mounted to a tapered crankshaft,
you don't want to be in the position that either the generator or engine is
no longer available down the road should you have to replace one end or the
other. Generac is another good name, using their own engines. My 50 year old
12 kw Onan powered by a Toyota diesel works great as a stationary, 1800 rpm
unit.
Alex Thomson
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Subject: Re: [TR] [Shop-talk] Which Generator to Buy
I just wished to voice support for the Generac brand--a top quality product
throughout. US-made, better built than they need to be, parts available,
etc. Not cheap, but well worth the price.
I have only had mine for a couple years, but zero problems so far.
Best,
Doug (mobile)
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Date: Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:04:48
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Subject: [Shop-talk] Which Generator to Buy
Hello Everyone,
I am once more going out to the list for your knowledge. I am looking to
buy a portable generator. My last one has a burnt out stator and parts are
no longer available. It is a Coleman Powermate Maxa 5000 ER with a Tecumseh
10 hp engine. If anyone has a good stator or is in need of a unit with a
burnt out stator (the engine runs great and has hardly been used) lets talk.
What do you recommend as a brand and or model? I was looking for something
in the 8000 watt range. The generator repair shop which checked out my old
unit recommended Generac as a good brand to go with. Looking at their
generators they offer so many different types in the same power range.
Appreciate any advice you can give me.
Happy New Year,
Ronald Olds
Sales Manager
Plasser American Corporation
PO Box 5464
2001 Myers Road
Chesapeake, VA 23324-0464
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