Hurricane Ida has killed my old Black Max generator, and I am looking for a reasonably priced replacement generator head. It is a Powermate PM0496750 (6750 running watts), and it needs to match up with my Honda 13 horsepower GX 390 engine, which has what looks to be a 5/8" x 7/8" tapered output shaft, length of taper at about 1-1/4". Doesn't have to match the exact wattage as my old generator head, just in the ball park. Even better if it will bolt up to my current bell housing. The only one I have been able to find online is over $1,000, which is more than a whole new generator. Any ideas?
Mike Swafford
it all depends on if you are looking for a money pit project...
lol
also take a look over at northern tool.
they had heads or alt's over there at one time for a good price on good quality units.
the good honda GX engines sell for 800-900 bucks retail new.
so 1/2 of new would be a place to start... as far as value.
and if you are buying I always like to buy as if it was just for scrap prices.
grin
yea a good quality low cost back up gen or two is always a part of a good plan!
it is a good trading item if things get real bad...
or you can give it to a friend in need during an BIG event.
lol
also take a look over at northern tool.
they had heads or alt's over there at one time for a good price on good quality units.
the good honda GX engines sell for 800-900 bucks retail new.
so 1/2 of new would be a place to start... as far as value.
and if you are buying I always like to buy as if it was just for scrap prices.
grin
yea a good quality low cost back up gen or two is always a part of a good plan!
it is a good trading item if things get real bad...
or you can give it to a friend in need during an BIG event.
Bargain generators are built to be replaced not repaired. If it’s not expensive it’s expendable.
IME usually better to buy a new "whatever" than trying to find replacement parts for old stuff. I'd guess you can get a replacement for less than $1,000 with a three year warranty. Here's a Westinghouse I grabbed at Random at Amazon, everything is driven by price points, so that size, pick a manufacturer, price will be comparable. I love to tinker and bring back old stuff, but not in the dark, cold and snow (up here). 
Amazon.com: Westinghouse 7500 Watt Home Backup Portable Generator, Transfer Switch Ready 30A Outlet, Gas Powered, CARB Compliant : Everything Else
Amazon.com: Westinghouse 7500 Watt Home Backup Portable Generator, Transfer Switch Ready 30A Outlet, Gas Powered, CARB Compliant : Everything Else
www.amazon.com
Have you tried an AVR? Call Powermate they might still have a listing for the alternator.
The Honda engine can be sold on Facebook marketplace and recoup a chuck of the cost of a new generator.
The Honda engine can be sold on Facebook marketplace and recoup a chuck of the cost of a new generator.
I looked for a genertor head for a B&S 10KW. I found several. Price was $7-800$ plus 2-300$'s shipping.
All total was near $1000. I let it slide. Not worth the excessive cost and you still have an old generator.
All total was near $1000. I let it slide. Not worth the excessive cost and you still have an old generator.
You might be able to find a used or "for parts" generator that has the GX390 engine, like this on on ebay:
Personally, I'd just upgrade to a good inverter model and try to sell your gen for the engine value.
13 HP USED HONDA PRO SERIES GENERATOR GX390, 6.6 KW- 8 KW. | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 13 HP USED HONDA PRO SERIES GENERATOR GX390, 6.6 KW- 8 KW. at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!
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Personally, I'd just upgrade to a good inverter model and try to sell your gen for the engine value.
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