I've been watching the Boliy generator items. This is interesting to me as well. There is a YouTube vid (12 parts) of someone installing an extended run gas system and a remote start on one of these, and even though it requires some significant solder skills, it is cool that this can be done at all.
If the maker could add both remote start and provisions for an extended run tank, that definitely would be an excellent boondocking setup. It definitely would rival the twin 2000 watt Hondas because the watt output is very close.
What is interesting is that the engine size for the Boliy and the Yamaha 3000i are the same size, and one website stated that they were made in the same factory. (link here.)
So, if it uses a near identical engine as the Yammy, and once there is a better parts/dealer network in place, this will definitely be a good competitor. The biggest thing the Yamaha 3000 watt has over the Boliy is the battery boost (with the SEB model). The additional 500 watts (for 10 seconds at most) coming from the generator's starting battery is the difference between successfully starting an A/C versus watching the generator overload.
I think the Boliy is amazing in the fact that it can start a 15000 BTU AC unit and weights so much less than a Yamaha 3000. Mlts I notice you location, if you are in Austin, Tx there is a dealer in south Austin. I am in Austin also.
Gus1 wrote: I think the Boliy is amazing in the fact that it can start a 15000 BTU AC unit and weights so much less than a Yamaha 3000. Mlts I notice you location, if you are in Austin, Tx there is a dealer in south Austin. I am in Austin also.
According to their web site they have parts or can get them.
I greatly appreciate the link. They don't just have Boliys for sale, but they do offer the generators with extended run kits as well as remote start (same kits as in YouTube that can start choked, start unchoked, flip eco throttle on and off by remote, and power down.) I'm happy with my Yammy, but for other people who are wanting to boondock, this coupled with an extended run tank can provide for an enjoyable weekend with the A/C on, even in the 100+ degree days (38+ degrees C) in Texas.
I do notice that there are a lot of Boliy generator colors. Red, blue, even a black one pictured.
I recently purchased a Boliy 3600. It will not start in below freezing weather. They have only a 15 day return period and although I had documented the problems they now wish me to ship it at my expense for them to "repair". Do NOT buy this unit.
I recently purchased a Boliy 3600. It will not start in below freezing weather. They have only a 15 day return period and although I had documented the problems they now wish me to ship it at my expense for them to "repair". Do NOT buy this unit.
Generation 7 is supposed to have a different air intake to assist with cold starts in freezing weather.
I think I'll be getting one with the key fob remote start and extended run fuel tank for $1530. At 77lbs and full load db of 58-59 at 20 feet, should be quite.
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