generator selection

[sam]

I have noted over time that several generator brands and sizes have been selected. I have a 2 cabin B43 and beginning my selection process. I have two air conditioning units, a 16K btu and a 10K btu unit, along with microwave, etc. What size and brands have folks chosen with similar electrical loads? Also, any things learned about mounting locations? I am considering the port lazerette. Also, how much sound difference have folks identified from using the water / gas separator  after the water lift muffler.

Really appreciate the group's input.

Sam

LONGHAWK B43 #9

[David]

Hi Sam

Mine is a 2 Cab 40

Following Alain's advice I installed a Paguro 4000 in rear starboard lazarette.

Paguro is raw water cooled, but light and only one to fit without cutting.

I have similar loading to you and am very pleased with the Paguro.

 

I don't have gas water separator and don't feel much need for it.

But I have (well almost finished) put extra sound insulation in lazarette.

Particularly necessary on bulkhead adjacent to rear cabin

Have seen picture of a Westerbeke in port lazarette.

See below

 

 

 

[foster]

Hello  Sam,

 

Here are some pictures of the generator. Mastervolt 3,5M on an isolation pad and with water gas seperator. You hardly hear the generator.

 

At home I have pictures of the work finished.

 

That way the generator is low and centered and the lazarette free.

 

For the moment all works well.  The Paguro 4000 or a Panda would fit to.

 

We don't have AC so 3,5 with the mass combi 2500/100 charges well the 600AH AGM and allows watermaker and microwave.

 

Best regards.

 

Denis

[Alain Brauckmann]

Hi Sam

Paguro is the best ...

If you want, I can ask prices from Voipi ( manufacture of The Paguro situated near Trieste,a few minutes by car from my Homeport). Maybe we can manage that I send it to you ass a present ( cause of the taxes ) :-)