XStream Generators - Anyone heard of them - use them?

[Squirlee]

We just bought an Oakmont 345RS and we are now looking at power options for boondocking, charging batteries etc.

I have shopped around and a $7000 Onan just isn't in the budget at the moment.

Yesterday I saw an "XStream" brand generator at a local store. It is 6800w peak, 5800w constant and has a Honda 389cc gas engine for $1000.

They had a bunch of different models. Some came with Honda engines and others came with a generic brand engine.

Anyone have this brand? Any good?

Thanks

 

[jimtoo]

Hi Squirlee,

Welcome to the Heartland Owners Forum and to the family. We have a great bunch of folks here with lots of information and all willing to share their knowledge when needed.

I'm sure some of our other members that use generators will jump in soon with some info for you.

Be sure and check out our Heartland Owners Club. Join us at a rally when you can and meet lots of the great folks here and make friends for a lifetime.

Enjoy the forum and your new unit.

Jim M

 

[Gaffer]

Honda sell motors for many applications. A lot of cheap generators will come with a noise level you and your neighbors will not be able to live with. Check out the noise level (with load).

 

[TandT]

What P.J said regarding noise.

Onan generators are available far below the $7K price you received. I'm suspecting that was from a RV dealership.

http://www.norwall.com/products/Cummins-Onan-QG-5-5-Propane-RV-Generator-5.5HGJAB-1270

Just find a reputable independent RV repair shop to install it.

Second Option; Get a 3K watt Honda EU and put it in your truck bed. They are quiet and reliable. Trace

 

[avvidclif]

I only have one observation about generators: "If you can see the motor it's going to be LOUD" Doesn't matter what motor.

 

[Squirlee]

Thanks everyone. We have decided to re-think the budget on generators. Better to buy once, cry once.

Thanks again.