Dunlite Generator

we used to use a dunlite genny in a property we had for years.
it was an old model with b/s motor went for years with no problems.
also depends on the price.
you can buy brand new chineese ones for under $200 but thats another story.
some people have trouble and some dont but thats why they have waranty.
ive had a cheap chineese one for nearly 2 years and hasnt missed a beat.

We used to have b/s motors doing all sorts of things on the farm. I always said it stood for (built to stuff up) but the old man swares by them............bit like 4 x 4"s each to their own.

If you want to buy watch it run for a couple of hours, B+S crap when warm and worn out. Try stopping and starting when hot, if doesn't go first time then not worth buying IMHO
rolande

If it's a B&S Vanguard motor it may be quieter but the old B&S was what we used to use on fire pumps. Pretty reliable but you would need ear plugs to hear anything else going. Oh, of course you wouldn't anyway. Never hear yourself think.

Have a 16 hp B&S on a 7.5 KVA here and it is never used now as it is too noisy and heavy

Probably not much wrong with it if it has been used for camping, have run B&S and Honda mtrs for years, but for daily use I always buy Honda now. The gen will be noisey so must be considered a negative if you want it for camping.

Thanks for the replys so far everyone :)
I have not found out one thing from doing searches on the net, so will have a look at the unit on the weekend and see how much I can connect to it and run. I will only need it for Moreton Island, so noise may not be too much of a problem. However for $100 Its worth a look. :)
cheers
Les

G'Day Les,
I have a Dunlite 1000 Gen. set in perminent use on the farm. They are a good thing second hand, if they've been looked after. The 4 HP B&S is a very reliably unit if treated well ( I used to work on them ) ..... change the oil and plug regularly, and keep fresh fuel in it. What you need to do is have a sparky check the gen. output. The type and make was changed a couple of times on this model, with one being not as reliable. If the output's constant and stable, and the motor starts on the third pull ( they did have battery start as well on some ) as is not smokey, you've probably got a good one .... if the price is right.
Be aware that the Dunlite is a lot louder than a Honda or Yamaha so be considerate of where you camp.
Hope this info is of help.
Regards,
Bazza.

All i know that the dunlite guys are in Rocklea,Brisbane have you rung them
to see whether they have any info on this unit.
Good Luck

Hi again,
I just rang Dunlite and they inform me they have only had the business 2 years and put me onto one of their dealers in Melbourne. I have just sent him an e-mail and will hopfully find out what I need to know. I will post back here my results.
Thanks again for the response and as always, you guys are the best :)
cheers
Les

I purchased a little dunlite 2nd hand in broome 1994 - has run without missing a beat ever since. heavier and noisier than the new ones but for $200 was a good buy then and is still powering up the fridge and lights when away. just sits for ages then gets bounced around in the trailer then it gets to work for a few hours.
for $100 better get in quick. rgds