Check out http://www.homepower.com/ for some alternative ideas.
Jonathan Eglinton wrote:
>
> Well, I have a catalog that sells generators and they have some smaller
> units listed as:
> "Compact portable generator is powered by quiet running 4-cycle 3HP
> Briggs & Stratton engine" Goes on to say: "Has full side panels to muffle
> noise and rubber feet to cut down on vibration".
> Now of course "quite" is a relative term. Wish they listed noise in
> decibels, would help to give an idea at least.
> Perhaps building a small baffled enclosure for it outdoors could help.
> Something I'll have to look into. Appreciate any advice/opinions from
> others.
>
> Jonathan E.
>
> > Jonathan, if you ever find a "quiet" gas-powered generator, would you
> please
> > post that information to the List? I have a 5000 watt unit that does the
> job,
> > but it sounds like I have an airplane on my front porch.
>
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