Frank wrote:

Honda's are nice but cost twice that of others. What I really like
about them is how quiet they are.

I too, rotate my gas but every two years. Also start the generator and
run under load every few months.


That second item is something most folks don't do. They don't realize
that the engine could run just fine but the generator head may not be
working. SOP for our FD is to start the engine on all items at least
monthly (if not more often) All get tested under load and some get
maximum load tested as well. We made a simple load bank out of 200 &
500 watt quartz lamps with a volt and frequency meter attached.

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Steve W.