Bought one a couple years ago for work. Right out of the box it wouldn't hold steady RPMs. It did ok under a load, but still not right. I probably put 30 hours on it or so then it sat around for a while, the warranty was up and I never got it fixed. The next time I went to use it, it started fine, but then gas started leaking out around the carb. It sat for a few months then I got it out to see where the gas was leaking from. This time it didn't leak. Maybe the float was stuck when it was leaking. Still idles rough, surges up and down.
I’ve had this a little over 2 years now. Really the only complaint would be that now after sitting it takes at least 10 pulls to start. I do run the carb out of gas before i put it away because I never know when I’m going to need it next, and I’d rather not have fuel staying in it. Thanks for commenting. I appreciate the feedback.
I cleaned the fuel tank out and found a little sediment in there. Removed the carb and cleaned it. The bowl had a little varnishing going on in it. The pilot jet seemed like it might have been dirty. Cleaned everything and was feeling good about it. Started right up and was running better. Then it started surging again and continued to get worse. It finally died, restarted it, ran rough and died. I'm going to let it cool and try another cold start just to see how it runs cold. Then I'll pull the carb again and clean it again. I'm thinking it might have plugged a jet again.
As far as noise goes it’s more quiet than the Honda, now compared to some other probably not. We bought this for functionality, noise, durability and portability, weight, etc.. for example we reviewed the ryobi inverter, and it was one of the most quiet generators. We did our research and it didn’t have very good reviews. The Cummins onan took home the gold so, as far as noise goes, if you are only looking for noise reduction, I would definitely recommend the ryobi, but for functionality I would recommend the onan. Thanks for commenting and I hope this information helps you out.
I really wanted this generator because it's the most amps in the business at 20 or 21 amps max and only running a 98cc engine. This generator should run a RV rooftop air conditioner and another small appliance or two. So I'm pretty sure it would beat my 2200 watt Honda at 18.3 amps on gasoline. I converted my Honda to dual fuel and I only run propane so it's 10% less power on propane. This Cummins Onan should beat out my Honda 2200 watt inverter generator in amps and starting stuff. Amps are what starts appliances not as much over rated watts they seem to be very overrated especially on these 80cc chinese generators. Most all of these inverter generators are pretty quiet compared to non-inverter generators. I have a few different generators after the Chinese generator burned up I had. I thought the Honda 2200 was quieter than the Cummins Onan but I may be wrong. the Honda 1000 inverter generator is the quietest generator out there I heard. I don't think anything could beat it on quietness. I think Honda is lighter but the biggest thing that really sold me with Honda has longevity, durability and been out there a long time. Don't get me wrong the price of a Honda is extreme. I also have a 700 to 900 watt max baja propane only inverter Chinese generator and it's pretty loud with a 40 cc engine. I know why they choose the Cummins 2500 name to call this generator. because it's the best in the diesel business strong and durable. I have a 2500 Dodge diesel Cummins and it's known for its dependability longevity and less moving parts than the V-8 diesels. Cummins not the fastest but the most dependable and will last the longest tried true and proven. And I've already blown up one cheap Chinese 80cc generator the inverter board stopped working. The engine still run but wouldn't make any electrical power and overload light would just come on each time it started up. Generator 80cc Brand New using it off grid each day it died after 6 months of heavy use. Luckily the store replaced it with a brand new generator but I'm a little concerned about using the same one and killing another inverter Chinese 80cc generator. when I would rather just got my money back from the store but they wouldn't do that. So now the new Chinese generator I'm going to sell or trade it off. I guess I'm from the old school when I buy something I want it to last forever like my 26-year-old and still going strong Coleman pulse 1850 watt non-inverter relatively quiet generator but around 70 pounds.
Bought one a couple years ago for work. Right out of the box it wouldn't hold steady RPMs. It did ok under a load, but still not right. I probably put 30 hours on it or so then it sat around for a while, the warranty was up and I never got it fixed. The next time I went to use it, it started fine, but then gas started leaking out around the carb. It sat for a few months then I got it out to see where the gas was leaking from. This time it didn't leak. Maybe the float was stuck when it was leaking. Still idles rough, surges up and down.
I’ve had this a little over 2 years now. Really the only complaint would be that now after sitting it takes at least 10 pulls to start. I do run the carb out of gas before i put it away because I never know when I’m going to need it next, and I’d rather not have fuel staying in it. Thanks for commenting. I appreciate the feedback.
I cleaned the fuel tank out and found a little sediment in there. Removed the carb and cleaned it. The bowl had a little varnishing going on in it. The pilot jet seemed like it might have been dirty. Cleaned everything and was feeling good about it. Started right up and was running better. Then it started surging again and continued to get worse. It finally died, restarted it, ran rough and died. I'm going to let it cool and try another cold start just to see how it runs cold. Then I'll pull the carb again and clean it again. I'm thinking it might have plugged a jet again.
@@dozer101308 You very well could have a plugged jet, but if the problem continues to persist, if it were me, I would put a new carb in it.
Good to know. Thank you for the quick reply
thank u for the test but i sounds loud as heck.... how does it compare to a honda
As far as noise goes it’s more quiet than the Honda, now compared to some other probably not. We bought this for functionality, noise, durability and portability, weight, etc.. for example we reviewed the ryobi inverter, and it was one of the most quiet generators. We did our research and it didn’t have very good reviews. The Cummins onan took home the gold so, as far as noise goes, if you are only looking for noise reduction, I would definitely recommend the ryobi, but for functionality I would recommend the onan. Thanks for commenting and I hope this information helps you out.
I really wanted this generator because it's the most amps in the business at 20 or 21 amps max and only running a 98cc engine. This generator should run a RV rooftop air conditioner and another small appliance or two. So I'm pretty sure it would beat my 2200 watt Honda at 18.3 amps on gasoline. I converted my Honda to dual fuel and I only run propane so it's 10% less power on propane. This Cummins Onan should beat out my Honda 2200 watt inverter generator in amps and starting stuff. Amps are what starts appliances not as much over rated watts they seem to be very overrated especially on these 80cc chinese generators. Most all of these inverter generators are pretty quiet compared to non-inverter generators. I have a few different generators after the Chinese generator burned up I had. I thought the Honda 2200 was quieter than the Cummins Onan but I may be wrong. the Honda 1000 inverter generator is the quietest generator out there I heard. I don't think anything could beat it on quietness. I think Honda is lighter but the biggest thing that really sold me with Honda has longevity, durability and been out there a long time. Don't get me wrong the price of a Honda is extreme. I also have a 700 to 900 watt max baja propane only inverter Chinese generator and it's pretty loud with a 40 cc engine. I know why they choose the Cummins 2500 name to call this generator. because it's the best in the diesel business strong and durable. I have a 2500 Dodge diesel Cummins and it's known for its dependability longevity and less moving parts than the V-8 diesels. Cummins not the fastest but the most dependable and will last the longest tried true and proven. And I've already blown up one cheap Chinese 80cc generator the inverter board stopped working. The engine still run but wouldn't make any electrical power and overload light would just come on each time it started up. Generator 80cc Brand New using it off grid each day it died after 6 months of heavy use. Luckily the store replaced it with a brand new generator but I'm a little concerned about using the same one and killing another inverter Chinese 80cc generator. when I would rather just got my money back from the store but they wouldn't do that. So now the new Chinese generator I'm going to sell or trade it off. I guess I'm from the old school when I buy something I want it to last forever like my 26-year-old and still going strong Coleman pulse 1850 watt non-inverter relatively quiet generator but around 70 pounds.
Yes, a big reason I chose this was reliability, i as well have a 2500 Cummins diesel, and they do last forever
@@sunandsnowonthego8264 How long will it run a portable a/c unit in a van 8000 btu type. Thanks!
@@vantravelswiththeresa3624 it should run a solid 4-5 hours, never Ram anything quite that big, but I’m sure it would last long.