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Matt Gibson

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Generator Question
« on: March 09, 2013, 12:48:00 pm »
Need a new generator. preferably 5kva as i need to run the steamer off it and my 2.5 just hasn't got enough guts.

Seen a couple on eBay, but just wondered if anyone has one laying around they wouldn't mind selling. Don't really want to spend over £400 delivered.

Petrol is fine as it wont be getting used day in day out.

I have a small 2.5 honda genny that ill be getting rid of if i get a bigger one, so could PX with some cash.

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TomCrowther

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Re: Generator Wanted
« Reply #1 on: March 09, 2013, 02:43:16 pm »
I have a Honda 6.5kva. Paid five hundred plus (second hand) and only used once, might sell for four hundred. I am based Mr Manchester. 07921 766022.
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Matt Gibson

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Re: Generator Wanted
« Reply #2 on: March 10, 2013, 09:06:45 am »
Hi mate,

I'm just waiting to hear back from a guy on eBay, if it doesnt pan out ill give you a buzz.
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Matt Gibson

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Generator Question
« Reply #3 on: March 11, 2013, 11:47:26 am »
Tom,

Thanks for the offer mate but i got one sorted from eBay.

Anyone know what is the right oil to put in a 4 stroke 11HP single cyl generator engine?
Heard something about low/high detergent oils.. clueless...
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BDCS

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Re: Generator Question
« Reply #4 on: March 11, 2013, 12:37:20 pm »
Most oils have detergent in them after the black engine syndrone. Any mineral oil that says suitable for diesel engines will be fine - standard oil 10-40.
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Matt Gibson

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Re: Generator Question
« Reply #5 on: March 11, 2013, 07:14:00 pm »
Its a petrol.. but if the detergent factor isnt an issue then ill just get the right rated oil.

Brand new loncin 5kva for £270 delivered. Only problem is ive got to buy a plug adaptor cause its european plugs  ;D
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BDCS

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Re: Generator Question
« Reply #6 on: March 12, 2013, 01:23:18 am »
16 amp blue plugs ? Caravan shop or e bay
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Matt Gibson

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Re: Generator Question
« Reply #7 on: March 12, 2013, 07:11:41 am »
Yeah, ive found the adaptor. used for caravans. male 16amp european plug to female 16amp normal. not cheap though. close to 30 quid.
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TomCrowther

  • Posts: 1965
Re: Generator Question
« Reply #8 on: March 12, 2013, 10:37:57 am »
should have bought mine, would have saved all this messing around  :)
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BDCS

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Re: Generator Question
« Reply #9 on: March 12, 2013, 11:01:08 am »
Remove the face plate to find the 3 wires and fit a rubber face plate
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Matt Gibson

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Re: Generator Question
« Reply #10 on: March 12, 2013, 11:12:56 am »
Quote from: BDCS on March 12, 2013, 11:01:08 am
Remove the face plate to find the 3 wires and fit a rubber face plate

I was thinking of changing the sockets. Is that all it is? just remove the plate and wire a new socket on?

Are the plugs powered the same as the british ones? same wires go to the same pins?
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BDCS

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Re: Generator Question
« Reply #11 on: March 12, 2013, 02:52:18 pm »
Yes - Red to black and stand back  ;D A live,neutral and Earth - if in doubt consult a competant person
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