"Paul Oman" wrote in message
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Hello

seeking recommendations for what brand and size generator to get.

Would be used for a running a light or two, maybe a PC, TV etc if power
goes out, as well as misc workshop tools when working in the yard.

Seems like if not used a lot, when needed it would not start (Murphy's
law) I suppose adding gasoline stabilizer to the fuel and starting it
every month or two is critical. Still, some engine brands seem to start
more easily than others, handle old gas better than others, etc.

I hesitate to just go and buy whatever home depot or sears has for sale
without some 'user feedback"

I prefer to go with a car battery or two and an inverter. This way, if
worse came to worse, I could charge the batteries or run the invert off the
car.

In my opinion, a couple batteries are much more reliable than a small
engine. They're also quieter, can be used (though not charged) inside if
need be, and are cheaper.

You may not want to try running a fridge or heater with one, but I did
manage to run my 52" TV off one with a 300 watt inverter.

Pagan