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[GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133690]

Thu, 07 July 2011 16:24

Sammy Williams

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We all know the Onan is (was) a beast and very reliable. however, with
all the problems many seem to be having, is there a
suitable alternative to the venerable Onan, like a Honda/, generac/
domestic or something similar? Same output maybe a new lighter weight
generator?
(Just throwing out a question - I am full of questions about the GMC. lol
S. Williams
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Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133705 is a reply to message #133690]

Thu, 07 July 2011 17:22

USAussie

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Sammy,

The Honda is no longer being manufactured, however, there was an email sent
in to the GMCnet that a company was buying them up, refurbishing them, and
reselling them.

Regards,
Rob M.
Sydney, Australia
AUS '75 Avion-The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion-Double Trouble TZE365V100426

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Subject: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan...

We all know the Onan is (was) a beast and very reliable. however, with
all the problems many seem to be having, is there a
suitable alternative to the venerable Onan, like a Honda/, generac/
domestic or something similar? Same output maybe a new lighter weight
generator?
(Just throwing out a question - I am full of questions about the GMC. lol
S. Williams
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Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133713 is a reply to message #133705]

Thu, 07 July 2011 18:24

tphipps

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Honda model EV6010 fits nicely in the gen hole on the 26' GMC. Unfortunately, Honda discontinued it. There is a company in Florida, that is refurbishing them. Google it.
Sure wish that I had one.
Tom Phipps, with an unknown monster in his 26' GMC.

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Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133721 is a reply to message #133713]

Thu, 07 July 2011 19:57

Jim Galbavy

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The HONDA EV6010 is a great replacement for the ONAN. It is smaller in size, water cooled with the same power output. It was designed for use on service trucks. The company in Florida has been rebuilding them for use on service trucks (and RV's). Honda stopped producing them because they didn't meet the CA. epa standard. If they didn't play in all 50 states they wouldn't play at all.

It's a great generator. I've had one for over 6 years and it has never failed to start. no muss no fuss. No jacking around and I'm camping with power (and my roof A/C works when it's hot outside).

jim galbavy
'73 x-CL // ANNIE
Lake Mary, Fl

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Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133725 is a reply to message #133713]

Thu, 07 July 2011 19:58

k2gkk

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Before you leap, look here for comments on the EV6010!
LOTS of highly unfavorable/uncomplimentary reviews !

(http://www.poweredgenerators.com/honda/EV6010.html)

I note that one responder brags about his Onan "Power Drawer!"

If you persist, try here: (www.ev6010sales.com)

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> To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
> From: tph1pp5@yahoo.com
> Date: Thu, 7 Jul 2011 18:24:33 -0500
> Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan...
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> Honda model EV6010 fits nicely in the gen hole on the 26' GMC. Unfortunately, Honda discontinued it. There is a company in Florida, that is refurbishing them. Google it.
> Sure wish that I had one.
> Tom Phipps, with an unknown monster in his 26' GMC.
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Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133727 is a reply to message #133725]

Thu, 07 July 2011 20:08

Jim Galbavy

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.....and lots of favorable reviews. The maintanance that I've done is change the coolant, oil and filter.

jim galbavy
'73 x-CL // ANNIE
Lake Mary, Fl

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Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133731 is a reply to message #133713]

Thu, 07 July 2011 20:18

powerjon

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Check out <http://www.hayesequipment.com/honda/generators/used/used_honda_generators.htm
>
if your interested in Honda generator that would be a good replacement.

JR Wright
On Jul 7, 2011, at 7:24 PM, Thomas Phipps wrote:

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>
> Honda model EV6010 fits nicely in the gen hole on the 26' GMC.
> Unfortunately, Honda discontinued it. There is a company in
> Florida, that is refurbishing them. Google it.
> Sure wish that I had one.
> Tom Phipps, with an unknown monster in his 26' GMC.
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Re: [GMCnet] Replacement for the Onan... [message #133750 is a reply to message #133690]

Thu, 07 July 2011 21:58

GeorgeRud

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Though I haven't owned it all that long, I installed a Generac Prime-Pac 50 in my coach when I replaced the old Onan. It fits nicely, and has all the controls right up front for easy maintanace. We had a power outage after a storm recently, and it ran and powered critical circuits at my home for 48 hours straight with no issues. I have since fabricated an extension cord that allows me to plug into the electrical box on the side of the coach and have 2 20 amp 120 volt circuits to use in an emergency.

BTW, Miguel Mendez was a great help in giving me hints on the installation and has a done a bunch of these. If you can find a Honda, they are supposed to be great generators, but I think the Generac is a reasonable alternative.

George Rudawsky
Chicago, IL
75 Palm Beach

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