honkymagic62

Looking for a whole home generator and received quotes for both the 26kW air-cooled Kohler and Generac models (liquid cooled is not in the budget).

I've anecdotally heard of Kohler being a more reliable engine, but one dealer mentioned Kohler is "smarter," as in there is more technology in the generator and transfer switch. This kind of concerns me-- my general thoughts are a simple design is better. He also mentioned the Generac transfer switch has a manual override feature, in the event there is failure in the automatic transfer mechanism. It does not seem that the Kohler switch offers that option, but I'm not positive.

Another consideration is ease of service and obtaining replacement parts during an outage situation. Kohler is also currently offering a free 10yr warranty, where Generac is not.

Anyone have any experience with these 2 systems that can recommend one over the other?

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Give them a formal demand to give you a new boat. There is no good option here. If you separate the cap from the hull, you risk compromising the structural integrity of the boat and you have a fiberglass shop who has offered you this opinion. If you cut a hole in the deck and repair, you will have a large cosmetic defect.

In either case, there was a hidden defect in the boat and you should push them to replace it. I say all this without looking at the sale contract/warranty provisions, but I would be threatening Skeeter with legal action at this point.

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This is about where I currently sit on the matter. I've already been in contact with an attorney. Warranty documents states the following:

During the period of warranty, Skeeter or its authorized representative, or any authorized Skeeter Boat dealer will, free of charge, repair or replace, at Skeeter's sole option and discretion, any part adjudged defective due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory provided the original owner returns the Skeeter Boat, with transportation prepaid, to an authorized Skeeter Boat dealer or, if necessary, to the Skeeter factory or any other reasonable place designated by Skeeter.

So they will likely argue it is their option and discretion to take this approach. But there are other options to argue...

That was actually part of their proposal- to cover the area with sea dek/eva. Never had it in a boat, but seems like something else to have to maintain/replace as it wears. Which is why i didn't put it in this build to begin with...

Nightmare of a situation- looking for advice from those more knowledgeable in fiberglass repair.

Purchased a Skeeter sx230 new in 2023. 40hrs on the boat and since delivery it doesn’t accept fuel properly. Long story short, after multiple unsuccessful repair attempts, it is back at the factory for warranty repair.
Factory is telling me they need to replace the fuel tank.
To do this, they’re giving me the option to cut a hole in the deck (non skid diamond pattern) and re-glass over it. Or they can separate the cap from the hull to access it. Both seem like terrible options.
The good folks at Toledo Fiberglass strongly suggested against separating the cap from the hull. And my concern with that approach is irreversible wear/tear to the structural materials when placed under the forces necessary to separate the two pieces. Not to mention the difficulty in putting it back together and maintaining the integrity of the rigging, structural components, etc.
My concern with cutting a hole in the deck is the cosmetics of the repair job.

Those more knowledgeable in fiberglass repair- if the factory has the non skid pattern and gel coat to match the original deck, what are the chances they achieve a seamless cosmetic result that will weather and age identically to the rest of the boat?

I am arguing for a new boat….shocker- they’re not very receptive….

disgusting.
With the amount of money the coaches are paid, and with the amount of time available in the spring and preseason, I can't comprehend how they march that crap out on the field and don't have a fundamental skill like tackling instilled in the players.

Thanks for all the replies and advice.
I just can't see running cranking and house all off 1 battery...seems too risky.

CP3 - This setup sounds the best, especially with the ACR...still on the fence about running all that off 1 charger though. Thinking about 2 dedicated chargers-- 1 for the TM setup and one for the house and cranking...unless that is just way overkill

I would also like this

Clint Holt w/ Smart AV. does good work and will run conduit and wires anywhere you need.

new house on West Ella Kate. Would love to hear how this area fared.

sign me up for the poontoon