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Posted: 2/15/2011 9:18:39 AM EDT

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PM0435001

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it will be $395.40 once added to the cart. SHIPS FREE

5000 Running Watts 6250 Maximum Watts
10 HP Subaru OHV/OHC gas engine
6 gallon fuel tank runs up to 11 hours @ 50% load
control panel includes (2) 120V outlets, (1) 120/240 twist lock outlet, and circuit breaker protection

I have one of these going on three years, it's done me well but is loud. I've used it once for a 30 hour power outage and it worked fine. Plenty of power, will cycle my 2hp air compressor.

They also have model PM0675700 for $419 that is a 5700watt and big wheels.

Posted: 2/15/2011 9:36:58 AM EDT

[#1]

That's a pretty good deal. I'd buy it if I didn't already have a couple of gensets.

Posted: 2/15/2011 9:40:24 AM EDT

[#2]

Thanks for the heads up....I passed it on to a few of my friends looking for generators.

Posted: 2/15/2011 9:54:33 AM EDT

[#3]

There special right now is any order over $249.99 ships for free or something along thoose lines.

BTW I have the powermate version of that generator which they used to sell , subaru engine and all. Ive put ALOT of hours on it well over 2000. It always starts easily and runs well. I get 12-14 hrs out of 5 gallons of fuel depending on the load if I remember right. Usually we fill it in the morning and then again at night.

Posted: 2/15/2011 10:23:29 AM EDT

[#4]

Wow. I wish they had something a little smaller though. Like 2K watts for 40% off.

Posted: 2/15/2011 10:59:51 AM EDT

[#5]

Walmart has a 2k generator for $199 http://www.walmart.com/ip/All-Power-America-2000W-Generator-Open-Frame/13115742 I had one before I bought the bigger generator. I gave it to my father so when the power goes out he can run his oxygen machine. They are a bit loud but it got us through Katrina down in FL with out problem.

ETA they keep them in the misc crap isle where they sell the firelogs atleast thats where I found it.

Posted: 2/15/2011 12:03:34 PM EDT

[#6]

The two listed above have subaru and yamaha engines. Which one of those are better, power aside.

Posted: 2/15/2011 12:14:38 PM EDT

[#7]

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The two listed above have subaru and yamaha engines. Which one of those are better, power aside.

Crap shoot, same basic design slant single. I would bet they are just about identical.

Posted: 2/15/2011 1:05:01 PM EDT

[#8]

I have two of that exact same genset. Both with the Subuaru motors.

Bought them both used, first one I got for $300 (practically new) second was $160. Both have served me well.

They are both LOUD! My 800 watt harbor freight gennys sound like Honda's when compared to the 5k Coleman's.

Its a good unit, and great price.

Posted: 2/15/2011 1:28:35 PM EDT

[#9]

We used to keep a piece of plywood to lean against the front (panel and plug side) and point the exhaust away. The single piece of plywood actually kicks ALOT of the sound away

Posted: 2/15/2011 3:00:36 PM EDT

[#10]

I can't see it on the website but does anyone know how long this deal lasts? I already have one but may pick up another.

Posted: 2/15/2011 4:20:55 PM EDT

[#11]

Awesome tip. Mine is on the way. Thanks!

Posted: 2/15/2011 4:32:32 PM EDT

[#12]

Anyone know how much power a furnace uses and if this will do the job?

Posted: 2/15/2011 5:09:34 PM EDT

[#13]

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Anyone know how much power a furnace uses and if this will do the job?

That will run about any home furnace I can think of, except maybe an electric forced air or a very large heat pump.

Posted: 2/15/2011 5:28:38 PM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Anyone know how much power a furnace uses and if this will do the job?

That will run about any home furnace I can think of, except maybe an electric forced air or a very large heat pump.

Thanks. I bought the 5700 watt one for $419. We lost our power a couple weeks ago due to the ice storm and got a hotel because we didn't have heat. A few years ago we lost power for 5 days because of hurrican Ike....but not any more.

Posted: 2/15/2011 9:19:25 PM EDT

[#15]

Quoted:
They also have model PM0675700 for $419 that is a 5700watt and big wheels.

I really need a gen that is reasonably quiet in acoustic noise and well as quiet in RF interference though.

Posted: 2/16/2011 4:31:11 AM EDT

[#16]

That looks like a smoking deal. Might have to buy one just as a backup. Decisions, decisions.

eta: Well, screw it. One is none and two is one, right?

Posted: 2/16/2011 5:20:05 AM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
That looks like a smoking deal. Might have to buy one just as a backup. Decisions, decisions.

eta: Well, screw it. One is none and two is one, right?

My thoughts exactly. Problem now is, which one. There are a few good deals. Can't decide between the 5000 or the 5700 one. Any advice as to which one?

Posted: 2/16/2011 5:27:23 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:
My thoughts exactly. Problem now is, which one. There are a few good deals. Can't decide between the 5000 or the 5700 one. Any advice as to which one?

I bought the smaller one as my primary intended use for it is to power the frig and freezer in the barn. That;s been a gap in my back-up power plan for some time. If I were intending this purchase to be used as a primary genset, I'd have bought the bigger one. YMMV, as always.

Posted: 2/16/2011 5:53:08 AM EDT

[#19]

I picked up the 5700. I have been looking for a good deal on a new or used genny that would push my 240V well pump when needed. Thanks for the heads up on this, Jake.

Posted: 2/16/2011 7:30:12 AM EDT

[#20]

in the 5000 watt range, are there other options that are going to be significantly quieter? and how loud is loud? the rating is 72db. the 5700 is 77db. - which i believe makes either considerably quieter than a lawn mower.

im trying to decide if this is a super smoking deal or if i'll wish i'd spent some extra money further down the road.

eta. i checked out the honda generators. they do have some comparable models that are quieter, but are about 5x the price. even the model with a similar rating is 1200.00. where does this cost difference come from?

Posted: 2/16/2011 10:29:48 AM EDT

[#21]

The 5700 model is out of stock. I jumped on the 5000.

Posted: 2/16/2011 10:39:01 AM EDT

[#22]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvAJijOGlLc

Posted: 2/16/2011 10:47:18 AM EDT

[#23]

Quoted:
in the 5000 watt range, are there other options that are going to be significantly quieter? and how loud is loud? the rating is 72db. the 5700 is 77db. - which i believe makes either considerably quieter than a lawn mower.

im trying to decide if this is a super smoking deal or if i'll wish i'd spent some extra money further down the road.

eta. i checked out the honda generators. they do have some comparable models that are quieter, but are about 5x the price. even the model with a similar rating is 1200.00. where does this cost difference come from?

It's loud, not as loud as my snowblower but loud enough that you wouldn't want to hang out around it and if you have close neighbors they will know it's running. I actually put a extra muffler on it and it helped, there is still alot of mechanical noise. Went from loud to tolerable with the muffler mod.

Friend has a Kipor IG6000, I think he paid about $1300 for it, thing is really quite. Hard to tell if it's running within 10' if it's idled down and it's not a perfectly calm day.

Posted: 2/16/2011 11:20:44 AM EDT

[#24]

I must have hit on one of the last 5700's. Sweet deal. I should have bought two. I am lucky. Thanks OP.

Posted: 2/16/2011 1:55:32 PM EDT

[#25]

oh, forgot to mention in my previous post. check out this article.

http://www.alpharubicon.com/altenergy/colemanpenwu.htm

I have yet to wear down the brushes, but did buy a "few"/

Posted: 2/17/2011 1:58:37 PM EDT

[#26]

Just got my shipping confirmation! Pretty quick.

Posted: 2/18/2011 8:56:57 AM EDT

[#27]

Quoted:

oh, forgot to mention in my previous post. check out this article.

http://www.alpharubicon.com/altenergy/colemanpenwu.htm

I have yet to wear down the brushes, but did buy a "few"/

Where did you get your brushes?

Posted: 2/18/2011 12:56:01 PM EDT

[#28]

Quoted:

Quoted:

oh, forgot to mention in my previous post. check out this article.

http://www.alpharubicon.com/altenergy/colemanpenwu.htm

I have yet to wear down the brushes, but did buy a "few"/

Where did you get your brushes?

local mower repair shop.

here is a link to search for auth repair centers:

http://www.powermate.com/servicecenters.php

Posted: 2/18/2011 5:18:38 PM EDT

[#29]

Quoted:
There special right now is any order over $249.99 ships for free or something along thoose lines.

BTW I have the powermate version of that generator which they used to sell , subaru engine and all. Ive put ALOT of hours on it well over 2000. It always starts easily and runs well. I get 12-14 hrs out of 5 gallons of fuel depending on the load if I remember right. Usually we fill it in the morning and then again at night.

X2 here. I don't have 2k hours on mine, maybe a couple hundred. I changed the oil over to Royal Purple. My generator is happy.

On a side note, take your box and cut a small semi circle on both sides of the open side. Flip it over and you have a free generator cover. Mine still looks like it came out of the box. Then again, I was freaking bored out of my skull one day and used car wax on the painted part of my generator. It works great and looks pretty doing it.

Posted: 2/19/2011 11:18:51 AM EDT

[#30]

Mine showed up today! Will post more when I unbox it!

Posted: 2/19/2011 11:28:54 AM EDT

[#31]

Looks like they're out of the 5Kw units now.

Posted: 2/19/2011 11:36:00 AM EDT

[#32]

Quoted:
Mine showed up today! Will post more when I unbox it!

Today??? What, do you live next door to the warehouse, or what??? haha!

Geepers that was fast!

Posted: 2/19/2011 5:07:07 PM EDT

[#33]

My 5700 was backordered. I called to get an estimate on ship time and they said they did not know. It could never come. I had a customer care person call me a few days later. I asked if I could get another genny 40% off with free shipping. They gave me a choice of one of three. (See new post to avoid hijack)

Posted: 2/20/2011 5:03:05 AM EDT

[#34]

Was it just those two for 40% off, or are there others?

I only seen a few that were 10%.

Posted: 2/20/2011 9:32:29 AM EDT

[#35]

Quoted:
My 5700 was backordered. I called to get an estimate on ship time and they said they did not know. It could never come. I had a customer care person call me a few days later. I asked if I could get another genny 40% off with free shipping. They gave me a choice of one of three. (See new post to avoid hijack)

Can you give me a link to the "new post?" I don't seem to be able to find it, but I am interested.

Posted: 2/20/2011 10:01:40 AM EDT

[#36]

Quoted:

Quoted:
My 5700 was backordered. I called to get an estimate on ship time and they said they did not know. It could never come. I had a customer care person call me a few days later. I asked if I could get another genny 40% off with free shipping. They gave me a choice of one of three. (See new post to avoid hijack)

Can you give me a link to the "new post?" I don't seem to be able to find it, but I am interested.

Its in the SF gear section, on the 1st page...

Posted: 2/20/2011 1:45:38 PM EDT

[#37]

thank you.

Posted: 2/20/2011 2:16:52 PM EDT

[#38]

Quoted:

Quoted:

Mine showed up today! Will post more when I unbox it!

Today??? What, do you live next door to the warehouse, or what??? haha!

Geepers that was fast!

Here is my shipping log. It was in the driveway when I cam back at noon. I live in McLean, VA, about 15 miles from Manassas.

11:02 am, 02/18 Arrived at local NSD terminal

4:00 am, 02/18 Arrived at Terminal Location; MANASSAS, VA

2:07 am, 02/18 Arrived at Terminal Location; HAGERSTOWN, MD

0:01 am, 02/17 Carrier Departed Pick-up Location with Shipment; HAGERSTOWN, MD

9:15 am, 02/17 Shipment Acknowledged;

10:11 am, 02/17 Order registered

Posted: 2/22/2011 4:19:09 PM EDT

[#39]

Got mine today. Shipping company called before hand to let me know they were coming. Box was in pristine condition. Very happy with this purchase. Thanks OP!!

Posted: 2/23/2011 10:12:14 PM EDT

[#40]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Mine showed up today! Will post more when I unbox it!

Today??? What, do you live next door to the warehouse, or what??? haha!

Geepers that was fast!

Finally received mine yesterday afternoon. Took 8 days to get it to my door, but hey, free shipping. Can't complain too much.

Posted: 2/24/2011 2:05:23 AM EDT

[#41]

Still out of stock, and HD is not helping to much with the when or if they will get anymore in....

Posted: 2/24/2011 2:22:45 AM EDT

[#42]

Got mine yesterday......assembled and run.

Between the Robin engine, the wheel setup and the pre-made power cord, all I can say is........Smoking deal!

Hell, it even shipped with a quart of oil.

Thanks, OP.

Posted: 2/24/2011 11:54:02 AM EDT

[#43]

Yeah. I got mine this past Monday. Haven't opened the box yet .

Nice looking box, though...

Posted: 2/24/2011 2:07:32 PM EDT

[#44]

lol...ARFCOM divided by zero and wiped them out.

Posted: 2/25/2011 4:31:41 AM EDT

[#45]

Yeah, they were sold out within 48 hours.

Posted: 2/25/2011 6:52:30 AM EDT

[#46]

Not sure if it's related, but I've been seeing these on Craigslist in the 500.00 range. New, unused, etc. I think there were more than a few flippers.

If you wanted one and didn't get, check your local CL. Make a lowball offer. They may have only paid have of what they are asking.