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Posted: 7/1/2023 9:10:22 PM EST
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From slickdeals - Several Firman inverter generators (REFURBISHED) for a great price: https://slickdeals.net/f/16755761-firman-refurbished-inverter-generator-sale-ebay-from-199-99
FIRMAN W01682F 2000/1600W Recoil Start Inverter Generator (Refurbished) $199.99 FIRMAN WH02942F 3200/2900W Dual Fuel Inverter Portable Generator (Refurbished) $279.99 FIRMAN T07571F 9400/7500W Tri Fuel Electric Start Portable Generator 50A (Refurbished) $499.99 |
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Posted: 7/3/2023 5:20:13 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Zhukov: From slickdeals - Several Firman inverter generators (REFURBISHED) for a great price: https://slickdeals.net/f/16755761-firman-refurbished-inverter-generator-sale-ebay-from-199-99 FIRMAN W01682F 2000/1600W Recoil Start Inverter Generator (Refurbished) $199.99 FIRMAN WH02942F 3200/2900W Dual Fuel Inverter Portable Generator (Refurbished) $279.99 FIRMAN T07571F 9400/7500W Tri Fuel Electric Start Portable Generator 50A (Refurbished) $499.99 I seriously wouldn't hook it to another inverter. I just don't know about those preticular brand? Anyone have first hand with this brand. |
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Posted: 7/4/2023 8:39:04 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lil_Sig: I seriously wouldn't hook it to another inverter. I just don't know about those preticular brand? Anyone have first hand with this brand. Why? Inverters all seem to be very similar to each other. I have hooked different brands together just using the panel connections with no problems frequently. |
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Posted: 7/7/2023 9:09:49 AM EST
[Last Edit: bikedamon]
[#4]
Decent Woot deal on a WEN 4750 dual fuel with electric start. ETA: SOLD OUT, that was fast.
https://tools.woot.com/offers/wen-dual-fuel-portable-generator-4750-watt-22 |
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Posted: 7/7/2023 9:26:07 AM EST
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I should have bought a pair of the Champion 2500W dual fuel units when they were $414 a few weeks back. They're back up to $480 on Amazon now. And now that I've seen $414, I'll probably refuse to buy unless I can get them at $425. Which means I'll probably never have them. Ha.
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Posted: 7/7/2023 11:24:05 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By motoguy: I should have bought a pair of the Champion 2500W dual fuel units when they were $414 a few weeks back. They're back up to $480 on Amazon now. And now that I've seen $414, I'll probably refuse to buy unless I can get them at $425. Which means I'll probably never have them. Ha. Put a price alert on CamelCamelamel and wait. |
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Posted: 7/11/2023 9:11:43 AM EST
[Last Edit: mitsuman47]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By motoguy: I should have bought a pair of the Champion 2500W dual fuel units when they were $414 a few weeks back. They're back up to $480 on Amazon now. And now that I've seen $414, I'll probably refuse to buy unless I can get them at $425. Which means I'll probably never have them. Ha. @motoguy it is $384 for prime day https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L45W2V9?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_quicklook_titleToDp I grabbed another one  |
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Posted: 7/11/2023 11:31:00 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: edit: already up to over $500 @motoguy it is $384 for prime day https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L45W2V9?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_quicklook_titleToDp I grabbed another one |
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Posted: 7/11/2023 6:37:50 PM EST
[Last Edit: wesr228]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 7: Its definitely not that price $384 right now. Might have only had a few at that price. Ooooffff it was, but you’re right. Sorry I couldn’t post it live at work! ETA: tomorrow is another “Prime Day” so be sure to check back and see, just in case. |
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Posted: 7/17/2023 10:53:27 AM EST
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Bump....
Looking for a good deal on a 4000ish Watt dual fuel inverter generator. Wish that Wen would go on sale. |
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Posted: 7/17/2023 12:00:37 PM EST
[Last Edit: mitsuman47]
[#11]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By monkeypunch: Bump.... Looking for a good deal on a 4000ish Watt dual fuel inverter generator. Wish that Wen would go on sale.  Attached File |
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Posted: 7/21/2023 6:58:14 PM EST
[Last Edit: shootman]
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$359 after coupon for the pulsar inverted 2300 watt generator on amazon
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Posted: 7/27/2023 9:15:02 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Not sure if an open frame inverter will work for you. this one is a little high right now at $769. But, the camel shows the pricing to be very dynamic. Seems like you could wait a few days and it may drop. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/359356/IMG_1746_png-2889037.JPG Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Originally Posted By monkeypunch: Bump.... Looking for a good deal on a 4000ish Watt dual fuel inverter generator. Wish that Wen would go on sale. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/359356/IMG_1746_png-2889037.JPG $499 - champion dual fuel 4250w (3500w running) open frame inverter generator. Champion Power Equipment 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology https://a.co/d/3OuSphs |
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Posted: 7/27/2023 10:23:26 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Almost like I planned it. $499 - champion dual fuel 4250w (3500w running) open frame inverter generator. Champion Power Equipment 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology https://a.co/d/3OuSphs i have almost the same thing and it's been great so far. |
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Posted: 7/27/2023 4:44:08 PM EST
[Last Edit: mitsuman47]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Almost like I planned it. $499 - champion dual fuel 4250w (3500w running) open frame inverter generator. Champion Power Equipment 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology https://a.co/d/3OuSphs Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Originally Posted By mitsuman47: Originally Posted By monkeypunch: Bump.... Looking for a good deal on a 4000ish Watt dual fuel inverter generator. Wish that Wen would go on sale. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/359356/IMG_1746_png-2889037.JPG $499 - champion dual fuel 4250w (3500w running) open frame inverter generator. Champion Power Equipment 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology https://a.co/d/3OuSphs Previous lowest price per the camel was $481 |
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Posted: 8/18/2023 11:47:15 AM EST
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I just saw this pricing on a unit I own and am very pleased with using regularly.
AiPower 2KW Dual Fuel Inverter Generator $358.54, Free Shipping I run this in parallel with my Predator 3500 tri fuel (NashFuel Conversion) and it has performed well for the past 2 years or so. I test under load monthly for around 45-60 minutes or so. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2023 5:10:02 PM EST
[Last Edit: deerfieldAR]
[#17]
Champion dual fuel @ $454
200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology Is this a good buy? Camelcamelcamel shows it’s the lowest price on Amazon to date. |
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Posted: 8/19/2023 5:27:54 PM EST
[#18]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By deerfieldAR: Champion dual fuel @ $454 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology Is this a good buy? Camelcamelcamel shows it's the lowest price on Amazon to date. 
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FL, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2023 5:32:43 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Yep. Very good price. Look up a few posts I’m officially an idiot… Thanks! |
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Posted: 8/19/2023 6:03:55 PM EST
[Last Edit: mitsuman47]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By deerfieldAR: I'm officially an idiot Thanks! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By deerfieldAR: Originally Posted By mitsuman47: Yep. Very good price. Look up a few posts I'm officially an idiot Thanks! Also, look on amazon for a magnetic dip stick for that particular model. Mine are covered in metal after just a short time. Throw an hour meter on it, and you're good to go. edit: GenExhaust is a known quality brand for the magnetic dip stick. |
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Posted: 8/20/2023 9:25:18 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By deerfieldAR: Champion dual fuel @ $454 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology Is this a good buy? Camelcamelcamel shows it's the lowest price on Amazon to date. So, what makes it one of the "quiet" generators where your camp neighbor won't hate you? Is the the inverter aspect? Or the closed frame aspect? Would an open frame inverter (like this one) be one that won't piss off the neighbors at a camp site? |
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Posted: 8/20/2023 9:39:23 AM EST
[Last Edit: mitsuman47]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By motoguy: So, what makes it one of the "quiet" generators where your camp neighbor won't hate you? Is the the inverter aspect? Or the closed frame aspect? Would an open frame inverter (like this one) be one that won't piss off the neighbors at a camp site? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By motoguy: Originally Posted By deerfieldAR: Champion dual fuel @ $454 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology Is this a good buy? Camelcamelcamel shows it's the lowest price on Amazon to date. So, what makes it one of the "quiet" generators where your camp neighbor won't hate you? Is the the inverter aspect? Or the closed frame aspect? Would an open frame inverter (like this one) be one that won't piss off the neighbors at a camp site? Most non-inverter gen sets will keep singing their 3,600rpm song regardless of the load. Per the manufacturer ratings, the enclosures seem to knock the noise down about 3dB. Probably slightly noticeable in a quiet camp site. But, don't be fooled. With these inverter generators you'll still know a generator is running. But, you'll only piss off a 100' circle of campsites around you vs a half mile circle with a non-inverter. Or, if someone close by is running a non-inverter, everyone will hate that guy instead of you. |
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Posted: 8/20/2023 9:44:21 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By deerfieldAR: Champion dual fuel @ $454 200914 4250-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, Dual Fuel Technology Is this a good buy? Camelcamelcamel shows it's the lowest price on Amazon to date. |
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Posted: 8/24/2023 9:09:45 AM EST
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Back at $469. I missed them at $414. Looks like this is the next lowest price they've been at in a long while. Just ordered a pair.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L45W2V9/ref=pe_386300_440135490_TE_simp_item_image |
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Posted: 8/24/2023 9:19:14 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By motoguy: Back at $469. I missed them at $414. Looks like this is the next lowest price they've been at in a long while. Just ordered a pair. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L45W2V9/ref=pe_386300_440135490_TE_simp_item_image |
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Posted: 8/24/2023 7:26:38 PM EST
[#26]
https://www.supergenproducts.com
keep an eye on this site for good deals on refurbished champion generators. |
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Posted: 8/25/2023 5:48:05 AM EST
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Power out here in Ohio. Got the Champion dual fuel running on the manual interlock. Lights, ceiling fans, coffee brewed, and the kiddos watching a movie. It's noisy, but it works.
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Posted: 8/28/2023 7:59:03 PM EST
[#28]
20% Labor Day coupon at Firman's Ebay store.
20% off: LABORDAYTWENTY https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_ssn=firmanpowerequipment&store_name=firmanpowerequipment Got a 3200W dual fuel electric start refurb for $320 plus tax on $400. |
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Posted: 8/29/2023 8:52:54 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PepePewPew: 20% Labor Day coupon at Firman's Ebay store. 20% off: LABORDAYTWENTY https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_ssn=firmanpowerequipment&store_name=firmanpowerequipment Got a 3200W dual fuel electric start refurb for $320 plus tax on $400. I’ve been in the market for a dual fuel over 7kw. Does anyone have any insight on Firman’s refurbs? |
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Posted: 8/29/2023 2:49:02 PM EST
[Last Edit: PepePewPew]
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From what I gather from online reviews and this thread, they're mostly (over 50%) like new, but with Firman having a 3 year warranty on new ones, a few of them might have been sent back to Firman after a LOT of use. If they've ever been on a jobsite they'll look beat to crap, but I doubt many of them have seen that sort of use.
This one is brand new and should have the 3 year warranty instead of the 90 day refurb warranty. https://www.ebay.com/itm/314145995882 |
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Posted: 8/30/2023 3:49:27 PM EST
[#31]
Is there an add-on wireless monitor? Bluetooth, wifi, whichever
Hours, RPM, other stuff |
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Posted: 8/30/2023 6:38:57 PM EST
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By danpass: Is there an add-on wireless monitor? Bluetooth, wifi, whichever Hours, RPM, other stuff |
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Posted: 8/30/2023 10:58:43 PM EST
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Power out. Predator 3500 out on the patio, keeping things going.
I usually put a large piece of plywood on the patio table and a sawhorse if it's raining but I no longer have the plywood. But I do have a large aluminum dog box (like goes in a truck bed) which seems to be working. It's open (with slots) on 3 sides for ventilation. I have it raised a little on pavers. I can just tilt it up for refueling and such. It actually didn't rain much since I set it all up. I have my router, TV's, fridge and freezers, a couple fans, and a couple lights. I also have my usual headlamps and other battery powered things, plus the jackery. What I don't have is AC, but it's very pleasant at the moment. Tomorrow will be another story. |
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Posted: 8/30/2023 11:07:43 PM EST
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gitarmac: Power out. Predator 3500 out on the patio, keeping things going. I usually put a large piece of plywood on the patio table and a sawhorse if it's raining but I no longer have the plywood. But I do have a large aluminum dog box (like goes in a truck bed) which seems to be working. It's open (with slots) on 3 sides for ventilation. I have it raised a little on pavers. I can just tilt it up for refueling and such. It actually didn't rain much since I set it all up. I have my router, TV's, fridge and freezers, a couple fans, and a couple lights. I also have my usual headlamps and other battery powered things, plus the jackery. What I don't have is AC, but it's very pleasant at the moment. Tomorrow will be another story. |
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Posted: 8/30/2023 11:18:05 PM EST
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Kanati: That unit would happily run just about any window or portable unit you could find. That. 
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Posted: 8/31/2023 4:43:27 AM EST
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PepePewPew: From what I gather from online reviews and this thread, they're mostly (over 50%) like new, but with Firman having a 3 year warranty on new ones, a few of them might have been sent back to Firman after a LOT of use. If they've ever been on a jobsite they'll look beat to crap, but I doubt many of them have seen that sort of use. This one is brand new and should have the 3 year warranty instead of the 90 day refurb warranty. https://www.ebay.com/itm/314145995882 I ordered a refurb firman. |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 8:37:21 AM EST
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Kanati: That unit would happily run just about any window or portable unit you could find. Yeah, I don't get that many outages to mess with that, considering I was well into adulthood before I had AC to begin with. But priorities change. We're still out of power but it's comfortable at the moment. I'm amazed at how little gas it's used so far. |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 9:50:20 AM EST
[#38]
Before I get to my question, I want to thank every single one who has helped in this thread. I greatly benefited from this forum before/during/after the Texas snowstorm and know y’all have helped a ton of others too.
So, I work on my generator preps all the time. One sticky point for me is the starter battery on my HF 3500. It frequently lacks juice to start the generator. This morning, I pulled the generator out to test a new sound baffle thing and the battery is dead. I love learned from the last time it was out and needed it, that you need to hold the electric start button to even pull start the generator. Battery is on the charger now but it’s a giant pain to have to disconnect/reconnect every month or so Any work arounds? Oh, before it comes up, I don’t run the generator monthly because it’s set up for NG and I don’t have to worry about fuel sitting. Thanks in advance |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 11:12:54 AM EST
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RegularJoe58: Before I get to my question, I want to thank every single one who has helped in this thread. I greatly benefited from this forum before/during/after the Texas snowstorm and know y’all have helped a ton of others too. So, I work on my generator preps all the time. One sticky point for me is the starter battery on my HF 3500. It frequently lacks juice to start the generator. This morning, I pulled the generator out to test a new sound baffle thing and the battery is dead. I love learned from the last time it was out and needed it, that you need to hold the electric start button to even pull start the generator. Battery is on the charger now but it’s a giant pain to have to disconnect/reconnect every month or so Any work arounds? Oh, before it comes up, I don’t run the generator monthly because it’s set up for NG and I don’t have to worry about fuel sitting. Thanks in advance Trickle charger with quick disconnect? Drill small hole in panel for wire to stick out. ---Harbor Freight  Attached File |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 11:37:59 AM EST
[#40]
I replaced the OEM battery with a different one. That one pooped out as well. I removed the battery and just use the cord. It starts easily with the cord.
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Posted: 8/31/2023 2:15:46 PM EST
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RegularJoe58: Before I get to my question, I want to thank every single one who has helped in this thread. I greatly benefited from this forum before/during/after the Texas snowstorm and know y’all have helped a ton of others too. So, I work on my generator preps all the time. One sticky point for me is the starter battery on my HF 3500. It frequently lacks juice to start the generator. This morning, I pulled the generator out to test a new sound baffle thing and the battery is dead. I love learned from the last time it was out and needed it, that you need to hold the electric start button to even pull start the generator. Battery is on the charger now but it’s a giant pain to have to disconnect/reconnect every month or so Any work arounds? Oh, before it comes up, I don’t run the generator monthly because it’s set up for NG and I don’t have to worry about fuel sitting. Thanks in advance Disconnecting (I know you said that was a pain) or trickle charging are about the only two options. The fact that you mess with your generator prep every month probably makes you better than 99.9% of the rest of us. I used mine for a power outage in March and haven't even looked at mine since. Prior to that, it was probably 10 months or so.  In fact, I never drained the gas after the outage in March. I'll do that this weekend after being reminded because of the hurricane, but after the gas is drained and I make sure the oil is full, I'll cover it with a contractor trash bag and won't touch it again (but mine doesn't have a starter or battery). My generator preps focus more on having my gas cans full. I go through a lot of gas in the summer because of mowing, and I get lazy filling them sometimes. |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 2:20:20 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HoodyHoo21: Disconnecting (I know you said that was a pain) or trickle charging are about the only two options. The fact that you mess with your generator prep every month probably makes you better than 99.9% of the rest of us. I used mine for a power outage in March and haven't even looked at mine since. Prior to that, it was probably 10 months or so. In fact, I never drained the gas after the outage in March. I'll do that this weekend after being reminded because of the hurricane, but after the gas is drained and I make sure the oil is full, I'll cover it with a contractor trash bag and won't touch it again (but mine doesn't have a starter or battery). My generator preps focus more on having my gas cans full. I go through a lot of gas in the summer because of mowing, and I get lazy filling them sometimes. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HoodyHoo21: Originally Posted By RegularJoe58: Before I get to my question, I want to thank every single one who has helped in this thread. I greatly benefited from this forum before/during/after the Texas snowstorm and know y’all have helped a ton of others too. So, I work on my generator preps all the time. One sticky point for me is the starter battery on my HF 3500. It frequently lacks juice to start the generator. This morning, I pulled the generator out to test a new sound baffle thing and the battery is dead. I love learned from the last time it was out and needed it, that you need to hold the electric start button to even pull start the generator. Battery is on the charger now but it’s a giant pain to have to disconnect/reconnect every month or so Any work arounds? Oh, before it comes up, I don’t run the generator monthly because it’s set up for NG and I don’t have to worry about fuel sitting. Thanks in advance Disconnecting (I know you said that was a pain) or trickle charging are about the only two options. The fact that you mess with your generator prep every month probably makes you better than 99.9% of the rest of us. I used mine for a power outage in March and haven't even looked at mine since. Prior to that, it was probably 10 months or so. In fact, I never drained the gas after the outage in March. I'll do that this weekend after being reminded because of the hurricane, but after the gas is drained and I make sure the oil is full, I'll cover it with a contractor trash bag and won't touch it again (but mine doesn't have a starter or battery). My generator preps focus more on having my gas cans full. I go through a lot of gas in the summer because of mowing, and I get lazy filling them sometimes. Get some corded landscaping tools and use your generator to power them. |
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AL, USA
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Posted: 8/31/2023 2:42:29 PM EST
[#43]
Just stumbled across this new inverter generator from HF. 5000w. Dual fuel. Electric start. ~4db louder then the 3500 and ~2db louder then the 2000.
https://www.harborfreight.com/5000-watt-dual-fuel-super-quiet-inverter-generator-with-remote-start-and-co-secure-technology-70143.html |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 2:57:43 PM EST
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By crownvic96: Just stumbled across this new inverter generator from HF. 5000w. Dual fuel. Electric start. ~4db louder then the 3500 and ~2db louder then the 2000. https://www.harborfreight.com/5000-watt-dual-fuel-super-quiet-inverter-generator-with-remote-start-and-co-secure-technology-70143.html Seems you would need to keep it on a trickle charger due the remote start feature |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 8/31/2023 3:01:24 PM EST
[#45]
Ordered a Pulsar 4000 Watt inverter off of Amazon, they dropped the price 25% for a couple of hours. We'll see how it compares to my current WEN.
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Posted: 8/31/2023 3:14:26 PM EST
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By crownvic96: Just stumbled across this new inverter generator from HF. 5000w. Dual fuel. Electric start. ~4db louder then the 3500 and ~2db louder then the 2000. https://www.harborfreight.com/5000-watt-dual-fuel-super-quiet-inverter-generator-with-remote-start-and-co-secure-technology-70143.html What is the point with only a TT-30? That unit needs a 240v output, or at least a 14-50r. |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 3:21:10 PM EST
[#47]
Thanks for the suggestions.
Generator is stored in a shed with no power so a trickle charger, while the likely solution, is not attractive. Guess I’ll just have to suck it up |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 4:35:54 PM EST
[Last Edit: mitsuman47]
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RegularJoe58: Thanks for the suggestions. Generator is stored in a shed with no power so a trickle charger, while the likely solution, is not attractive. Guess I'll just have to suck it up If so, you could use one of THESE when you start it. Not a bad idea to have one in the car, anyway. They usually get really cheap around Black Friday. Or, you could try a cheaper brand. If the battery is difficult to get to, it wouldn't take much to wire up some terminals that you could mount on the side of the generator. Not sure if the generator uses the battery for anything other than starting. But, if it doesn't, this solution might make it possible to get rid of the battery all together. |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 5:19:32 PM EST
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Is the battery easy to access? If so, you could use one of THESE when you start it. Not a bad idea to have one in the car, anyway. They usually get really cheap around Black Friday. Or, you could try a cheaper brand. If the battery is difficult to get to, it wouldn't take much to wire up some terminals that you could mount on the side of the generator. Not sure if the generator uses the battery for anything other than starting. But, if it doesn't, this solution might make it possible to get rid of the battery all together. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mitsuman47: Originally Posted By RegularJoe58: Thanks for the suggestions. Generator is stored in a shed with no power so a trickle charger, while the likely solution, is not attractive. Guess I'll just have to suck it up If so, you could use one of THESE when you start it. Not a bad idea to have one in the car, anyway. They usually get really cheap around Black Friday. Or, you could try a cheaper brand. If the battery is difficult to get to, it wouldn't take much to wire up some terminals that you could mount on the side of the generator. Not sure if the generator uses the battery for anything other than starting. But, if it doesn't, this solution might make it possible to get rid of the battery all together. They make solar powered trickle chargers for that reason |
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Posted: 8/31/2023 8:31:17 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Banditman: They make solar powered trickle chargers for that reason Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Banditman: Originally Posted By mitsuman47: Originally Posted By RegularJoe58: Thanks for the suggestions. Generator is stored in a shed with no power so a trickle charger, while the likely solution, is not attractive. Guess I'll just have to suck it up If so, you could use one of THESE when you start it. Not a bad idea to have one in the car, anyway. They usually get really cheap around Black Friday. Or, you could try a cheaper brand. If the battery is difficult to get to, it wouldn't take much to wire up some terminals that you could mount on the side of the generator. Not sure if the generator uses the battery for anything other than starting. But, if it doesn't, this solution might make it possible to get rid of the battery all together. They make solar powered trickle chargers for that reason
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