I got a cheapo 2000w unit from Amazon a couple years ago. Some stabil in the tank and I start it up before major storms or every 4 months or so. It's loud but it'll power the sump pump if we need it, which is all we have it for. It's good to have on hand in case we need it.

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Current stable:
- 2004 Mazda RALLYWANKEL
- 2007 Saturn sky redline
- 2004 Explorer...under surgery.

Past: 135i, GTI, 300E, 300SD, 300SD, Stealth