That’s awesome man! Having the equipment to make your trip more comfortable and convenient makes a world of difference when your out trying to just focus on having a good time instead of worrying about how you going to make it through a hot night.
A mechanic friend gave me a good tip for fuel stabilizer. He adds the stabilizer when he fills up the can at the gas station. That way he knows that all his fuel cans have stabilized fuel. He lost repeat income on that as I used to take some of my small engine stuff to him and it was pretty much always gas related.
Enjoyed your video, was glad to hear it runs the 15.000 BTU ac just fine. I am just about to order the spark plug, the dip-stick and a cover for my Predator 3500. I was told these Predator 3500 don't need to set on grass, always set them on a hard surface to keep them from sucking grass up inside them. I cut a peace of plywood to set mine on.
Now these people are real Americans I'm super jealous they look like they're having so much fun instead I'm pushing his diesel up and down the highways but maybe one day I'll get to join them!
I have this generator. And absolutely love it. I get allot of hate for owning it on my channel. But i dont care. I love it for the money you cant beat it. It does need some modifications for sure witch i do on my channel. Thanks for the video man. These are WORTH IT
I use a 30amp twist x 50amp power adapter (dog bone) and don’t need the rotate the plug. I also added the magnetic dipstick. I run non-ethanol gas and mobile one synthetic oil.
Great video - thank you.. I have the same 3500 unit and noticed when I connect it to my camping trailer I get a red and blue light on the 30 amp cord. I checked the generator and trailer and found the 3500 has a floating ground.. First question: Is this a major safety and operational concern? I used a 15 amp plug and connected the common to ground and this created a Non floating ground and eliminated the red led on the 30 amp cord. Second question: Did your 3500 have a floating ground? Thanks for the info -
In short, yes floating grounds can be dangerous, but it my experience they’re more dangerous for electronics (your campers electrical system) than anything. I used to be a Diesel engine generator tech in the USAF before I restrained into my new very boring job. I would maintain tactical quiet generators for bare base setups and our favorite gen to use was a dual 80K generator run in parallel. The hardest thing to do was ground the trailer because we had to drive a 4’ copper rod 3’ into the ground. It is very important. The only reason why I didn’t have mine grounded in the video was because I didn’t take the time needed to go and buy the equipment for it. Before my next trip with it I will be sure to have a 3/8 diameter copper rod 1.5” in length with a 10 AWG copper wire. That is more than enough to ensure things are in order. You should be able to pick these items up from amazon for about $35 total. This should also remove all your fault lights.
The only thing 93 octane does that is useful is higher detergency. The difference from 89 is antiknock, which makes no difference in a unit like this. The magnetic dipstick is a very good hint.
I did not need to reorient 30 amp outlet. I simply threw out the included one, and purchased one at Home depot. The tail lies to the right and gravity holds adaptor at proper locked orientation.
Be careful with the magnetic dip stick. Rumors are the magnet part falls out. I used the supplied spark plug tool, works great I have only 17 hrs. of break in time at 1-hour intervals every week. If I let it sit over 2-3 weeks, it surges. Just trying to break it in I’ve had to pull the carb and clean the jets. Now at 17 hrs. the gauge stopped working, only reads hrs. used???? Harbor Fright won’t do anything because it’s out of warranty, even though it has only 17 hrs. of break in time. Below parts I use: Shell V-Power® NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline after I remove all the Ethanol. Then I added STA-BIL 360 to all my gas cans then fill up the Predator 3500 gas tank. NGK BPR7ES 5534 Spark Plug. Lucas High Zinc Hot Rod oil I wish you would do a video on the 30 amp upgrade. Thanks for the video.
Sorry for the delayed response my friend, but darn that is a bummer about your gauge. Thanks for sharing. I will definitely do a 30K BTU video once we start gearing up to go full time RV'ing. Stay tunned!
The magnetic plug sounds like a good idea, BUT 98 percent of that engine is aluminum, the only thing steel is the crank shaft. The cylinder is not even iron sleeved. All the silver you see is aluminum shavings in the oil it's not sticking to the magnet. I run my A/C no problem, can actually run microwave with A/C but it's pushing it but it does do it. Just wanted to see if I could run both.
No problem still very good to change oil a couple times as you are cause the aluminum shavings are just as bad as steel shavings. Overall it's a very good generator for the money. I've heard very few complaints on it, some people are never happy no matter how good a product is. Keep up the vids the SXS looks awesome.
We don't have a lot of experience modifying generators; however, I do know there are a lot of videos out there you can watch to do this. Now, if you're asking whether or not you should own a fuel or propane-based set then that questions comes with a lot of stipulations such as what will you be using it for, where to you plan to use it and so on.
I run a 12000btu mini split, 900W microwave, George Forman grill, tv, and bunch of other accessories all at once without any issues ohh yeah it has over 3000hrs all in 6 months while using 15w40 Mobil delvac diesel oil
i have the same generator i have had for a year and i never have had to use it. i would just start it up every 3 months to let it run. well i just fired it up and noticed the display was not showing a voltage reading nor amps/watts they would register 0 with or with out a load, it would only show hours and the generator it self worked no problem. WTF i do not have the extended warranty either. anyone have any ideas
Hey brother, have you tried putting a load on it to see if it still works? Also, another idea would be to remove the faceplate and see if there are any loose wires leading to the display. These things can happen. I wouldn't be too worried yet. Let me know how it goes.
@@RZRDREAMS thank you for your reply, yes i have the control panal off currently and took the display out to check it out, i unplugged it and plugged it back in multiple times. everything else is tight. load or no load it doesnt make a difference. i would have to take the generator further apart to follow the wires leading from the display deeper into the unit to check on that end. but it seems they designed this unit for one side to come off with out disassembling the whole entire unit.
Bret, Hopefully you haven't torn it apart or did get it working again. If not try this: Fire it up, then plug a brush type electric drill into it. Pull the trigger and spin the chuck in reverse. The drill spinning in reverse sends just enough juice into the generator to excite it and it will start working again. Some use another drill to spin it backwards using a dowel between the chucks. Don't tighten either chuck or it will not be pretty when the gen starts producing power. This works on generators but not sure about inverters. RUclips it.
Dude why did you put the dipstick back in without wiping it off what’s the point in having a Magnetic dipstick if we’re just Going to stick it right back in with all the iron shavings on It
RZR_DREAMS Thanks for the response when I saw The dipstick go back in Without being wiped off I thought oh no. Please keep us updated on how you like this predator 3500 we’re looking at the same model I will be Ordering the remote start kit off Amazon as we Boondock a lot it’ll be nice to turn the generator on and off from inside the camper also like the part about Flipping the twist lock upside down LOL I’ll make sure to check mine before flipping it because I guarantee you that stuff happens to me too
That’s awesome man! Having the equipment to make your trip more comfortable and convenient makes a world of difference when your out trying to just focus on having a good time instead of worrying about how you going to make it through a hot night.
You know it!
Instablaster
Bro! I'm picking one up tomorrow and look what I find while looking for reviews... Awesome to see you brother!
Heck yeah brother! I hope you like it!
Thanks for doing the research I'm too lazy to do. I'm DEFINATELY going to get one of these!!!
A mechanic friend gave me a good tip for fuel stabilizer. He adds the stabilizer when he fills up the can at the gas station. That way he knows that all his fuel cans have stabilized fuel. He lost repeat income on that as I used to take some of my small engine stuff to him and it was pretty much always gas related.
Sorry for the delayed response my friend, That is a pretty good idea. I like that.
Enjoyed your video, was glad to hear it runs the 15.000 BTU ac just fine. I am just about to order the spark plug, the dip-stick and a cover for my Predator 3500. I was told these Predator 3500 don't need to set on grass, always set them on a hard surface to keep them from sucking grass up inside them. I cut a peace of plywood to set mine on.
I hear you my friend. This machine didn't even flinch when I placed it on grass. I say "send it". haha
Purchased one in June 2022 and the RV outlet was indeed point in the correct (ground down) orientation from the factory.
That’s great news! Maybe ours was just an anomaly.
The magnetic dip stick works amazing in this generator. I also bought the lucus ZINC additive works great.
Awesome man!!
Now these people are real Americans I'm super jealous they look like they're having so much fun instead I'm pushing his diesel up and down the highways but maybe one day I'll get to join them!
Gee thanks!!
The black low oil cut off wire is at the bottom of the crank case. When the low oil cut off eventually malfunctions simply disconnect it.
Word!
Your garage is way to clean and organized!
Awe...gees thanks!
How is this genny still I’m having issues with mine it won’t run the 15000 btu unit just kicks off after a couple of minutes.
Oh no, that’s not good. Mine still purrs like a kitten. Just used it 2 weeks ago and it’s good to go.
I have this generator. And absolutely love it. I get allot of hate for owning it on my channel. But i dont care. I love it for the money you cant beat it. It does need some modifications for sure witch i do on my channel. Thanks for the video man. These are WORTH IT
Yes, I agree! I love this geni and it works perfectly. Haven't had any issues with it so far. Thanks for tuning in brother!
RZR_DREAMS no problem man. Happy to see others with these budget monsters.
I use a 30amp twist x 50amp power adapter (dog bone) and don’t need the rotate the plug. I also added the magnetic dipstick.
I run non-ethanol gas and mobile one synthetic oil.
Haha, nice man. I know it was crazy that it was done right out of the box and then I messed it all up. I'm glad you got the dipstick, good stuff!
Busco Beach! I grew up right down the road from there.
Haha, nice!
Great video - thank you.. I have the same 3500 unit and noticed when I connect it to my camping trailer I get a red and blue light on the 30 amp cord. I checked the generator and trailer and found the 3500 has a floating ground.. First question: Is this a major safety and operational concern? I used a 15 amp plug and connected the common to ground and this created a Non floating ground and eliminated the red led on the 30 amp cord. Second question: Did your 3500 have a floating ground? Thanks for the info -
In short, yes floating grounds can be dangerous, but it my experience they’re more dangerous for electronics (your campers electrical system) than anything. I used to be a Diesel engine generator tech in the USAF before I restrained into my new very boring job. I would maintain tactical quiet generators for bare base setups and our favorite gen to use was a dual 80K generator run in parallel. The hardest thing to do was ground the trailer because we had to drive a 4’ copper rod 3’ into the ground. It is very important. The only reason why I didn’t have mine grounded in the video was because I didn’t take the time needed to go and buy the equipment for it. Before my next trip with it I will be sure to have a 3/8 diameter copper rod 1.5” in length with a 10 AWG copper wire. That is more than enough to ensure things are in order. You should be able to pick these items up from amazon for about $35 total. This should also remove all your fault lights.
@@RZRDREAMS you didn't check out the plug before you turned it around, and your giving advice?
The only thing 93 octane does that is useful is higher detergency. The difference from 89 is antiknock, which makes no difference in a unit like this. The magnetic dipstick is a very good hint.
The higher fuel is recommended by the owners manual. Thanks for tuning my friend.
In really dusty conditions like that you should run it on a piece of wood. They draw fresh air from the bottom.
I did hear that and now know; appreciate the piece of advice. We're just glad we didn't damage it because of this. Thanks!
I did not need to reorient 30 amp outlet. I simply threw out the included one, and purchased one at Home depot. The tail lies to the right and gravity holds adaptor at proper locked orientation.
Sorry threw out the adaptor included with generator, not the outlet.
Hey Ledderneck, we appreciate the info! These units are amazing and ours is still running strong. Take care my friend.
Fantastic video brother
Thanks for tuning in!
Thank you for your service 🙏
Our pleasure!
Look at all those metal shavings! *puts it back in the engine* lol
🤣
Be careful with the magnetic dip stick. Rumors are the magnet part falls out.
I used the supplied spark plug tool, works great
I have only 17 hrs. of break in time at 1-hour intervals every week.
If I let it sit over 2-3 weeks, it surges.
Just trying to break it in I’ve had to pull the carb and clean the jets.
Now at 17 hrs. the gauge stopped working, only reads hrs. used????
Harbor Fright won’t do anything because it’s out of warranty, even though it has only 17 hrs. of break in time.
Below parts I use:
Shell V-Power® NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline after I remove all the Ethanol.
Then I added STA-BIL 360 to all my gas cans then fill up the Predator 3500 gas tank.
NGK BPR7ES 5534 Spark Plug.
Lucas High Zinc Hot Rod oil
I wish you would do a video on the 30 amp upgrade. Thanks for the video.
Sorry for the delayed response my friend, but darn that is a bummer about your gauge. Thanks for sharing. I will definitely do a 30K BTU video once we start gearing up to go full time RV'ing. Stay tunned!
Thanks for the information
No problem!
Why didn't you clean the metal shavings off before putting the oil plug back in the engine?
Hey friend, I did. It's later in the video if you didn't catch it.
@@RZRDREAMS 3:19 you remove the oil stick. 4:03 you put the oil stick back in engine without wiping.
@@MrCarl312 Hey friend, I mentioned later in the video that I wiped if off in between shots. It's all good; don't worry. :)
Nice set up, cheers!
Thanks 👍
The magnetic plug sounds like a good idea, BUT 98 percent of that engine is aluminum, the only thing steel is the crank shaft. The cylinder is not even iron sleeved. All the silver you see is aluminum shavings in the oil it's not sticking to the magnet. I run my A/C no problem, can actually run microwave with A/C but it's pushing it but it does do it. Just wanted to see if I could run both.
Hey, thanks for the information brother. I didn't realize that.
No problem still very good to change oil a couple times as you are cause the aluminum shavings are just as bad as steel shavings. Overall it's a very good generator for the money. I've heard very few complaints on it, some people are never happy no matter how good a product is. Keep up the vids the SXS looks awesome.
Thank you for your comments and for watching!
Any advice on converting this model to run on propane?
We don't have a lot of experience modifying generators; however, I do know there are a lot of videos out there you can watch to do this. Now, if you're asking whether or not you should own a fuel or propane-based set then that questions comes with a lot of stipulations such as what will you be using it for, where to you plan to use it and so on.
Camper looks sweet ! 😍😎
I managed to rotate the 30A plug without adding or making new wires.
Nicely done! They must have fixed this issue at some point because after I did it, it was then upside down. Haha, oh well.
So... where are the links you speak of?
Haha, sorry my friend. It is now updated. Let me know if I missed something!
if you would put easy-starts on your ac units this generator would run both!
Been there and do that, works great!
Do you have dual 15K A/Cs and use this with it? I've looked into those soft starters they don't seem to be too much. About $250 each I think.
@@hardtruth2039 it will run 2 13500 dometic brisk air 2 with soft starts ?
I run a 12000btu mini split, 900W microwave, George Forman grill, tv, and bunch of other accessories all at once without any issues ohh yeah it has over 3000hrs all in 6 months while using 15w40 Mobil delvac diesel oil
Very nice!,
You ran it 16 hours a day for 6 month's?
How much was the warranty?
I believe we paid $79 for the warrantee.
i have the same generator i have had for a year and i never have had to use it. i would just start it up every 3 months to let it run. well i just fired it up and noticed the display was not showing a voltage reading nor amps/watts they would register 0 with or with out a load, it would only show hours and the generator it self worked no problem. WTF i do not have the extended warranty either. anyone have any ideas
Hey brother, have you tried putting a load on it to see if it still works? Also, another idea would be to remove the faceplate and see if there are any loose wires leading to the display. These things can happen. I wouldn't be too worried yet. Let me know how it goes.
@@RZRDREAMS thank you for your reply, yes i have the control panal off currently and took the display out to check it out, i unplugged it and plugged it back in multiple times. everything else is tight. load or no load it doesnt make a difference. i would have to take the generator further apart to follow the wires leading from the display deeper into the unit to check on that end. but it seems they designed this unit for one side to come off with out disassembling the whole entire unit.
A mouse got in your generator man. Its chewed up in there and the dumb critter chewed up something else to make a nest. Betcha
@@mikeries8549 I managed to rotate the 30A plug without adding or making new wires.
Bret, Hopefully you haven't torn it apart or did get it working again. If not try this: Fire it up, then plug a brush type electric drill into it. Pull the trigger and spin the chuck in reverse. The drill spinning in reverse sends just enough juice into the generator to excite it and it will start working again. Some use another drill to spin it backwards using a dowel between the chucks. Don't tighten either chuck or it will not be pretty when the gen starts producing power. This works on generators but not sure about inverters. RUclips it.
Dude why did you put the dipstick back in without wiping it off what’s the point in having a Magnetic dipstick if we’re just Going to stick it right back in with all the iron shavings on It
Haha, it was just for the video my friend. I do check it often and make sure it's good to go. Thanks!
RZR_DREAMS Thanks for the response when I saw The dipstick go back in Without being wiped off I thought oh no. Please keep us updated on how you like this predator 3500 we’re looking at the same model I will be Ordering the remote start kit off Amazon as we Boondock a lot it’ll be nice to turn the generator on and off from inside the camper also like the part about Flipping the twist lock upside down LOL I’ll make sure to check mine before flipping it because I guarantee you that stuff happens to me too
@@boosted. haha, yes it was good experience to do it though. I 100% agree with you about the remote start system as well; I need to look into that!
Completely remove that useless charcoal filter. First thing I did before I even started it.
Done did it bud.
I would love to buy a used car from you.
Rotating the RV plug will VOID YOUR WARRANTY!!!
Yikes! Good thing I had to put it back the way it was when I bought it.
Rotate it back Sherlock.
Dude really you pull out the dip stick and didn’t clean all that crap off!!!!!!
Haha, I did before starting it up just didn't edit it.
Say it out loud 3 times. I'M AN IDIOT WHO FIXES SHIT THAT IS NOT BROKEN!
Haha, do you own one of these machines?
@@RZRDREAMS Three of them.
Good for you bud. Thx for watching. 😉
Strict with my branding, shops at harbor freight. Mmm hmmm
Hey man, don’t knock it-great geni!
RZR_DREAMS wasn’t knocking it