AL1508 Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 I know there are many topics on this subject, But i cant see any recent ones with an answer i'm looking for. I'm looking for a generator, something about 7 or 8Kw also an ATS. What sort of money would i be looking at for this? also i would appreciate recommendations. thank you all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Contact forum sponsor Genset by PM for deals on generators and transfer switches But before you do, consider:- Preferred fuel:- diesel, gasoline, LPG Usage pattern:- is this occasional use, regular standby or a primary power source. Actual rating of what you intend running Do you want full auto, or don't you mind turning the key to start. Once you have this info you can start looking as costings. Gensets website is here http://www.generatorsolutions.org/ and is well worth a read, it will answer many questions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AL1508 Posted September 28, 2012 Author Share Posted September 28, 2012 I had actually sent him an email. but with it being rainy season i guess he must be busy. My purpose of it is for emergency power only, and i need it to be fully automatic. Fuel source is not really a big factor, i would probably prefer it to be gas, as its easy to get hold of, plus no mess during the hook up, and i can also hook a few bottles up at once. But this is not a deal breaker. I would accept petrol or diesel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Whilst we're waiting for Genset to respond (I know he's very busy at his 'day job'), this thread is worth a look to show the sort of thing you can do, I think there's indications of cost there somewhere too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwonitoy Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 Al: I had John (aka) Genset install a 11kw Cummins diesel generator with the Cummins ATS at my Isan house last April. It's been 6 months now and it's been running like a swiss watch, wish I would have had it years ago. All in with genset, ATS, delivery, running cables, etc. I put the total cost at 450,000 baht. I would whole heartedly recommond him to do the work, I know he's a very busy guy but it's worth having him around to interface between yourself and the Cummins people The link Crossy has supplied is the one I started to detail my experiences. Ken 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AL1508 Posted October 2, 2012 Author Share Posted October 2, 2012 Thanks for the feedback. guys. Ken like yourself i'm a rig pig, so i know the cummings diesel do supply solid gear. 450k is a bit rich for my tastes, as i live in a rented house, so i'm not willing to make that kind of investment on someone else's property. I was looking for something like this http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/GENERAC-Automatic-Standby-Generator-6FDL9?Pid=search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candid Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Thanks for the feedback. guys. Ken like yourself i'm a rig pig, so i know the cummings diesel do supply solid gear. 450k is a bit rich for my tastes, as i live in a rented house, so i'm not willing to make that kind of investment on someone else's property. I was looking for something like this http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/GENERAC-Automatic-Standby-Generator-6FDL9?Pid=search Is 60hz OK for you? everything would run 20% faster. AC compressors, fridge compressors etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electau Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 If you are living in a rented house you will have to obtain the owners permission to install the additional wiring along with any upgrading of main switchboard if required. It might be more advantageous if you installed the generator set by means of an inlet socket with manual change over switch. It must be connected in a manner so as to prevent backfeeding into the distribution network. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AL1508 Posted October 3, 2012 Author Share Posted October 3, 2012 The landlord is ok with me installing it. i've already asked. As long as i return everything the way it was, when i leave. It needs to be an automatic change over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AL1508 Posted October 3, 2012 Author Share Posted October 3, 2012 Thanks for the feedback. guys. Ken like yourself i'm a rig pig, so i know the cummings diesel do supply solid gear. 450k is a bit rich for my tastes, as i live in a rented house, so i'm not willing to make that kind of investment on someone else's property. I was looking for something like this http://www.grainger....FDL9?Pid=search Is 60hz OK for you? everything would run 20% faster. AC compressors, fridge compressors etc. I did not mean that exact model, just something with that amount of power in that price range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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