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I know Honda's have a great reputation but you pay for it too (not in my budget nor am I using it regularly). I can buy several HF generators for the same price. If one of the HF generators goes bad, I can pitch it or use it for spare parts. I heard rumor that HF engines are Honda "knock offs" but certain the parts are not interchangeable. What is interesting when I compare brands and similar wattage, the engines are the same size. Is this a coincidence or are they actually the same engine? Leaning toward Generac...the engine and assembly are made in USA but not sure about the generator itself. Maybe I can make enough money from parts at Macungie to buy a Honda.....I will have a "generator donation bucket" but I refuse to ring a bell. Maybe I can get a TK girl to assist with the donations. UPDATE: Home De-POT has the Generac GP6500E on sale for $569 but no stores have it in stock and it can't be ordered for delivery to a store. Go figure!!

Thanks for your thoughts. I guess I will have to start a new search. Being an engineer I like to do research and it's cheaper too. The search continues.... BTW, most stuff these days is made in China. Difficult to find North American made merchandise. Maybe I should just buy a loooonnnnggg extension cord instead or invest in a few hampsters and a wheel.

Getting ready to pull the trigger on a portable generator to use around the farm, backup for storm outage, and eventually as power for my trailer living quarters. Used Onan generators (if you can find good ones) are at least $500 but are not portable. And I know "you get what you pay for". I have been doing alot of research and the HF generators seem to be the best "bang for the buck". They also have good reviews. I narrowed my choices to the following: 3200W rated/4000W peak (212cc) = $299.99 5500W rated/6500W peak (420cc) = $489.99 7000W rated/8750W peak (420cc) = $529.99 (electric start - battery not included) You cannot use the 25% or 20% discount coupon on generators.....bummer! I did some calculations and a 5KW-6KW would be adequate but for an extra $40 the 7KW would be the one to buy. Although I probably could get by with a 3KW-4KW unit. Decisions, decisions! Would like to buy one with an oil filter and hour meter but most do not have these features. Any experience or "words of wisdom"? Thanks! Ken

Saw this on Yahooie this morning.... https://autos.yahoo.com/news/famous-car-collector-ron-pratte-auctioning-off-entire-183011235.html

Mike, Nothing like a little PB blaster, a hammer, and a few choice words. Works most of the time. See ya in Macungie!

Staxx, That is the hitch plate and hitch that I am seeking. Will it fit my MH? If so, do you want to sell that hitch plate and hitch?

Sent you a PM.

Leslie's trailer has a queen bed.....need I say more?

Doug, Put my name on the list for two (2)...I mean one (1)!

Are you talking to me?!? If so, grille sections, headlight buckets, etc. I have 2 or 3 boxes. Are you attending the show?

Knoxville is Chillhowee Park. Hours are 12N to 7p. This is my third tour. Lots of fun if you caravan with a group....lots of different and interesting vehicles. You can view each day's highlights at the Hot Rod website.

Larry, How much dampening will that hitch do? Enough to compensate for a spring rear suspension?

Paul, Thanks for your service (and all the other persons who served). I don't care what the cause or reason but when people are on the line being shot at, etc. - I applaud and admire you!!!!

Nice pics! Questions....why do the female driver's in your pics have their left leg propped up? More ventilation? And they both look like they are "jawing" on the phone.

There are two (2) settings...OFF=fast, and ON=not as fast.

4 valve - cast rocker cover, 2 valve - stamped steel rocker cover.

Watt's direct line is 724.668.2201. It is listed under the Contact tab. Otherwise, contact Barry or Tracy for the part.

agree with j hancock....worse fuel mileage Here is a website to help www.rimsntires.com Click on Size Comparer under Tools heading (left column) 60 mph indicted will be about 53 actual.

Congrats!

Barry, Are you planning to have name tags this year?

I am participating in the 2014 Hot Rod Power Tour in June. The tour starts in Charlotte, NC on June 7th. Some friends and I are driving from OH to Charlotte starting on Friday (6th). I am attending the first three (3) stops...Charlotte NC (7th), Knoxville TN (8th), and Charleston WV (9th). On Tuesday afternoon (9th) I will be driving to PA so I can get ready for Macungie. However the tour continues thru OH, IN, IA, and ends in WI. See link below. http://www.familyevents.com/event/229 If you are close, there is no cost to view the vehicles. If you want to see alot of different vehicles, this is a great venue. Also, if you have a vehicle and want to participate, there is daily registration. Refer to link for details. BTW, I am not driving the MH but my late brother's 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP.

What they ^^^^^^ said....THANKS!

Should be able to drop the trailer at the back of the grounds (loading and unloading area). Or you can do like me, bum a ride to and from the hotel. Doug Maney is the man to ask.

Pole? There is no room. I need to get rid of all the Mack parts I accumulated and some of my late brother's funiture. It turned into a storage trailer over the winter.

Just saw on the interweb and also on the fleabay website.....eBay was hacked. So they are recommending a password change. I changed mine this morning, just in case.