generator question [RE-wrenches]

[Frank Fowler, Crystal Pines Alt. Energy]

In a message dated 8/14/2002 11:31:16 AM Pacific Daylight Time, 
steve at backwoodssolar.com writes:


> Kohler 10 RY propane units are good 1800 rpm, cast iron engines, and you can
> wire for full power all single 120 volt circuit, or for split 120/240. Only
> drawback is its around $7000 and for little use may be hard to justify. It
> should last a lifetime that way eliminating changes and rebuilds of smaller
> units. Starts and stops perfectly with SW inverter control. Only hassles
> have been failure to put thinner oil in winter, causes shutdown for low oil
> pressure before pressure has a chance to build up in coldest weather.
> thinner winter oil will cure that.
> 

I forgot to mention that Backwoods Solar also offers a good DC charging unit. 
(Sorry Steve!)
SUNcerely,
Frank Fowler
Crystal Pines Alternative Energy
4408 Pine Cluster Ln. Yankee Hill, CA. 95965
Tel: 530-532-1972
Fax: 530-532-1359
www.solarenergy-alt.com
"Living with the products we market, install, & service"

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