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Old 03-24-2012, 06:57 AM
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sjracing
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Originally Posted by got_nitro
Starting up a 4 gallon compressor will draw anywhere from 1200-1800 watts. Keeping it running will take 700-1000 watts after it's started. You simply then start adding up the wattage of all the chargers running at the same time to get a estimate of what you will be needing. IMO you will need something that will run at 3000 watts and peak out at 3500.

For those that say a open frame gene' is too loud, you need to go home, you probably run electric RC's Besides, if your running 5 other guys, they will understand..

In the end, get something you can afford. Look into a Generac GP3250!
Agree. The vast majority of gens at the races are open frame. There have only been a few that I have walked and thought wow that thing is loud. Generac is a good one for sure. I think the one I am going to get is at Sam's. A 3500 for 250.00 or so.
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