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[–] glassuser 0 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago 

Still in Harvey recovery mode so not a whole lot. Doing some mental calculating of what I want for a whole-house generator. Need something with a good engine, like a Honda v-twin, with an automatic transfer switch and enough capacity to run AC and fridge/freezer, but I'm still figuring out what I want to do about leaving it unbalanced with one leg floating or having three split-phase circuits bases in the house. Connected to natural gas with a gasoline option, of course.

Also kicking around the idea of getting a bobbed five-ton but that's more of a dream. They usually cost around 20k.

Not reorganizing my BOB - I didn't use it, but I think it would have held up well if I'd had to leave for Harvey.

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[–] totes_magotes ago 

I know my M35A2 series goes for $2500 to $13K depending on condition and location. You could probably get one of those, drop the secondary shaft and pull the axle and tires, mess around with the brakes (but that's air and hydraulics). You'll might consider shortening the bed but it'll do you. Or you could keep it at the 23 foot length and enjoy the tighter turn radius. You might also need to seal the impeller shaft area for the secondary shaft.... I guess it depends on how handy you are. Of course, knowing those things and then fabricating what you need are two different things.