Generator question

[thedukeryan]

Looking locally for a generator. Just needing something to power a small window ac and maybe a 13" tv and some lighting. I found a new unopened Coleman powermate 2500 on cl for $200 big concern is that I read online that it only has a 1hr run time. Wtf... Would it take much to hook up a larger tank? Then I found a used coleman 4000 watt powermate. My concern is that its used, probably a short runtime and may be more than I need. I know bigger is usually better but I don't want loud and I don't wanna burn more gas than needed. Lastly I found a used yamakoyo gfh1200 for $100. My concern with this one is that it may be to small for my needs as well as it being used and again run time. Any suggestions? I like the price on the new coleman and think it will work for my needs but that run time is worthless. Just wanting enough for my small window ac, a florescent light and possibly a tv/dvd. I know the tv/dvd totals less than 70 watts. Not sure about the ac and light.

 

[Splat]

Re: Generator question

Sure you could fabricate a new fuel tank, but its gonna be more difficult than you think. The fuel system on there more than likely s gravity fed so your external fuel tank will need to be mounted higher than the generator, as it has no way to pump fuel up hill.

1 hour doesn't seem right either.

plus you do know about the risks with running a generator on your deck right?
CO is heavier than air, as well as odorlesss, tasteless, and colorless, and it kills many people on boats every year. Just use some caution.

Bill