1588 Hovabator

[tiki244]

I was looking at a 1588 hovabator for 110$ and was wondering if that is a good price----for those who have one----and I was wondering what type of thermostat it has---it says it is already set but does not say what kind it is

 

[Yogiman]

You can PM MissPrissy about this cause she knows at least 101 things about them. She's our go to expert.

 

[MissPrissy]

If you are asking if it has a wafer the answer is no. It has its own preset enclosed thermostat wired to the fan.

I would only buy direct from GQF. They are $115 plus shipping. However, for that extra $5 you are getting excellent customer service and product support. Questions get answered by the people who invented and designed the Hovabator. I don't like middle men when I can buy direct.

I had a problem with a new 1588 and was shipped a replacement next day. No questions asked.

 

[tiki244]

Thanks Yep I found GQF and will be ordering from them----I suppose the thermometer they give you is not worth much though is it?

Do I need to buy another Accurite?

I have one but its in use. I ordered all these eggs and they are coming in two weeks and realised I just cant incubate them all in my homemade bator.

 

[MissPrissy]

The thermometer is just a plain old fashioned glass therm like you pick up at the drug store.

 

[Katy]

You won't be sorry you got the 1588. I've got 2 of them plus a 1590 which is the older model and I really like them a lot. Soon you'll be ordering another...and then another......

 

[littlebanty]

I have the 1588 and I have been happy with it. It stays at the temp you set it to. No fluctuation in temps with this one!

 

[tiki244]

Quote:

yeah kinda like the chickens

 

[ebonykawai]

It's a terrific incubator, mine has never spiked, stays at 100 all the time.

 

[AussieSharon]

Add me to the list of happy 1588 owners. I have 2 and love them.