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Before i decided on the 005 i got a quote on a generac 24kw propane generator. The generator was about the same cost as the 005, the propane tank was 3k, running a propane line to the generator was 1500, the electrician was 2500 and anytime i have an issue i have to call someone out. If i...

Nice, i found a nice 005 I am stoked to be getting. The single phase is a huge plus. I have also read the parts for the 005 are much cheaper than the 805. Thanks for everyones help on this.

Thanks I made a deal with Ray for his 005, I am stoked!

I will shoot him a message, I’d prefer something with lower hours unless it’s already been rebuilt. Thanks for the lead!

Wow really great feedback! I like your view of keep it simple, it very much fits me. for now I don’t plan to use an automatic transfer switch, it adds complexity and I want to get to know the generator first. For the first year or two my plan will be to use a safety double throw switch to...

Any chance you can send me the links? I searched all the sc Craigslist sites and I see 002,003 and 004s but could not find the 5s using mep* or 30kw thanks for the help!

Fuel is the easier part, or at least easier than finding the generator. I will use a 5-600 gallon storage tank connected to the aux pump on the generator. I get that i will need to add additives to the fuel every 6 months and possibly have it polished or even just swap the house to generator to...

natural gas is not an option, I live in the country... I could have a large propane tank installed but I’d honestly prefer diesel if I can find a 005 to buy.

Would you mind sharing some info on the ATS you used and what you had to do on the generator to convert it to use the ATS?

This does help a lot. I think I have talked my self in to a 30kw unit - now is just a matter of finding a nice unit to buy!

I have a few questions if you don’t mind? how do you connect you 004 to your house? I was thinking of a double throw safety switch. It’s a manual transfer but low cost setup. Also how do you know when utility has been restored other than testing or seeing a neighbor? I can’t see neighbors...

Right this second my usage is 4.531 KW (my smart meeter reports real time usage). At the moment i have lights and fans on in 6 rooms, a tv, 4 computers, security system - including 7 cameras, fridge and 2 freezers plus the fish tanks. I suspect about half that usage is the fish tanks to be...

Thanks for all the replies so fast! I will try to answer everyones questions or comments for all seasons but winter - I can run the AC/Water heater, well, septic, lights, computers for a littler under 10kw, I would like a little more room to be able to also run the stove/oven/microwave too...

I have read a ton of the threads on here and wanted to see if anyone would give me a bit of advice before i pull the trigger and buy a new to me generator. I live in an all electric house in Texas. With just lights, TV and computers on I pull about 5KW average. When the AC is on i pull 10KW and...