Harbor Freight Predator 9500 Inverter Generator Good Or Bad
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We have been living off-grid for 6 months and we have had to replace 3 generators. Harbor freight generators are they worth it or are they junk? Couple building their own home in the woods in the foothills of the ozark mountains.
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Glad you were able to replace your generator:) everyone needs to look at what they need it for and go from there it’s great that you gave your honest opinion:) stay safe and God Bless:)
Someone I know went trough similar problems until he found out if you put shelter from weather over it. It does better. We ran a 5000 for two winters with shelter and it ran perfect still 10 yrs later. Until it was stolen.
Thank you Dutch, for all your time, efforts, and sharing!
From what I’ve read 1000 to 2000 hours is what you should expect from a gas generator before it needs some major repair or replacement. Most diesel generators are more like 10,000 to 20,000 hours. They do cost twice as much usually but there’s a reason, they’re very dependable and they last 10 times longer.
Getting a higher quality unit, preferably with a Honda motor would help to extend the hours quite a bit.
⚠️Generator safety tips:
This is just a reminder for everyone’s safety when using portable generators. All generator safety rules need to be followed carefully to avoid hazards.
1) Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards.
2) Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have carbon monoxide detectors if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house.
3) 🔥generators cause fire hazards too. Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules.
4) generator operation; make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords.
Hope this helps
I have a predator 3500 with over 6,000 hours on the clock,.. just oil changes and a single spark plug change…. Occasionally cleaned the air filter…. Needs a new pull cord and the starter solenoid is screwed up but it runs great and doesn’t burn oil 🤷🏻♂️
If from the Chinese Communist party 500
@@rickthewelder_ maybe a quick valve adjustment here and there wouldn’t hurt 🤣
Thank you for all that you show us...being vulnerable is hard but I enjoy you content!
Awesome job maneuvering the Bobcat and getting that generator in the truck. Very impressive! Great channel Merry Christmas!🎄
Thank goodness they had one in store to replace it with! I think knowing that you're going to be using this in the same manner for a while I would've gotten what I needed.
Hi from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing your family and everyone else and your thoughts and adventures and your farm
Glad you were able to get another one so quickly
Just a learning curve on the bobcat but man that is so much nicer then having to lift it up. Nice job!
I run an older Generac 5k+ does well, the longest I've ran it solid was three days, no issues. Runs ON A 10HP Briggs
Generac is the Best
⚠️Generator safety tips:
This is just a reminder for everyone’s safety when using portable generators. All generator safety rules need to be followed carefully to avoid hazards.
1) Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards.
2) Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have carbon monoxide detectors if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house.
3) 🔥generators cause fire hazards too. Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules.
4) generator operation; make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords.
Hope this helps
I bought a Honda generator 3 years ago. Never had an issue with it.
My grandpa used to say, “Buy quality and you will never be dissatisfied.”
⚠️Generator safety tips:
This is just a reminder for everyone’s safety when using portable generators. All generator safety rules need to be followed carefully to avoid hazards.
1) Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards.
2) Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have carbon monoxide detectors if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house.
3) 🔥generators cause fire hazards too. Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules.
4) generator operation; make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords.
Hope this helps
I saved for a while for my Honda eu6500is. More than worth it for reliability & quality. I've heard some of those with over 6,000 hrs.
I bought a champion 5 years ago and no issue. You overpaid.
@@Dingleberry1856 Haha you muppet. You just have to bring someone down because you cheaped out and bought an inferior product.
That's good info to know what works, I am grateful for you sharing it, I can share the info to whom ever needs to know as well. This is the reason why I constantly to to watch your videos, Daniel's, those who I have got great information, what works. And seeing how things are going for you and the family. I will try to of course share the info on my media page just incase any of my family and friends needs to know. Thank you again 😊.
Thanks for sharing info. Hope ya'll have a wonderful evening. Love you guys.
We had a brand new generator our son bought us. We live on the coast and Hurricane's hit every several years. It was stolen and had never been used. Hope yours will last longer than the other 2. Merry Christmas Dutch to you and your family. ❤🙏
Glad they will take the generator back with a warranty. Have a blessed Sunday .💕💕
To make a quick cover, extend the sides of the old well cover. If you made a 3’ extension it should make the walls around 7’.
Won't be getting a generator but wanted to thank you again for the surveillance cameras yesterday. I ordered one of them today. Nobody available for help so hopefully I got the right one.
My Westinghouse 9500/7500 has been working flawlessly for over a year (we’re off grid also). They have a bigger one that’s bi-fuel. Good luck with the Predator !!
That was smart how you put it in the truck, You will make it work so keep up the good work be blessed.
Thank you Dutch, your video helped me a lot to understand gas generators and their usage operating wise.
My wife and I wish you and your loving family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2022!!
Dutch, we are living in our RV at our off-grid property. When charging batteries etc we run a 2000watt Champion generator. They are around $450 at Tractor Supply and run everything but our air conditioning. This time off year it’s perfect and runs 7 hours or more on a gallon of gas. Definitely worth having. (I did a video if you want more info). I also run 3 batteries on the RV and charge them to full daily
Thank you for the information it helps a lot. We are planning to do like you and Brandy here soon so any information helps !
Hope this one works out. Great video thanks. Chris from England
It's great that they honor their warranty..
Have a good evening ❄❄❄
My grandpa owned a Honda 3500 and camped for two weeks twice a year and ran it the whole time while camping
It was a 1983 model.
Just sold it last year and it was still running.
I think you should ask Predator to sponsor your You Tube channel. You made some good points about the use of it. Also in Ohio you cant warm the floor in a camper no matter how much you insulate it. So I pray you all stay warm. Keep the videos coming.
You are right, it need to be under a shelter. Would suggest you pull cattle trailer up to your camper and use it for the generator. Merry Christmas to you and the family.
Hey you did good with that bucket! I am impressed!
Dutch, that's a God thing that your store had a generator right when you needed it.
Know a contractor that uses his 8 hours a day, for the last two years. Now, when it is time, no matter what, he will stop and do an oil change. Filters his gas, and changes the plug and air filter regularly. He used to use Honda, but moved to these. Also have a friend with some off brand model, with over 11k hours on it. Still. constant oil changes and filter. I have this one for storms only. Thank you for your grand video, VERY informative.
That skidsteer sure is saving your back. Pretty neat maneuvering, dropping the generator into the truck bed. I was cheering you on to to get out and pull the generator off ....and then you explained you couldn't open the cab door 😅
Also appreciated how you didn't bash the generator - instead you explained the situation.
I'd like to get a generator for use when power goes out ....but need an electrician to make it where I can hook one up safely.
Enjoying following your journey and how you solve many of the challenges.
Dutch you should build a small canopy open sides with roof just big enough for the generator to fit in to keep it out the rain as it might be rain getting sucked in filter
I guess I was REALLY lucky to get my Generac 8500 back in 2019! It has been a good back up for our house. Good point on using it 24/7, it sure ANY non commercial portable generator is designed to stand up to that level of use/abuse.
I got a Honda Generator 15 years ago and it has been in the shop twice in that amount of time for general service. I use it for my NASCAR camping trips which equals to about 200 hrs straight pre trip. I run my A/C 24/7 (when needed) I needed a dependable one because we can't leave to take it in for repair. Good luck on your new one.
what is "general" service?
Loving the Bobcat! It’s like having a helper!
That’s there newest model I have the 8750 inverter generator it’s great almost 3,000 hours so far and running strong I have had several of the normal gems from them they all worked fine mostly. Did have a 9,000 throw a rod once but was warranted I love them but was wondering about that new one
Dutch you are just loving your new toy!!!! That’s great for you!!!! Makes your life a little easier I bet. Keep up the fantastic job your doing with the family. You all have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!
That was done very well. Thanks!
I know someone who runs their predetor 8750 every single day 12 hrs per day. Never had a problem. The difference is that he takes care if his.
I understand that and it makes alot of since sir. Thank you for sharing this with us And God bless you and your family.....🙏❤🙏❤🙏🙂😊🙂
Well explained on the generator! ✌🏼❤️
I wish you well with this generator. Wow going through three. That just doesn't sound right.
God bless and have a Merry Christmas.
Awesome loading job. 3rd times a charm. I'm hopeful this generator will last.
I worked for Harbor FREIGHT for years. The replacements plans are so worth the money. You never know what or when your tool/generator/compressor or pneumatic tool will need to be replaced. So I definitely recommend getting the replacement plan.
Have a blessed day.
We are also off grid. We are planning on buying on after the first of the year. We live in south Florida. We have not used air conditioning in the last 18 months, so I won't use the ac in the future. We will continue to use our CampChef propane oven. We do laundry in 5 gallon buckets, or drop of laundry service. I will continue to do so. My expectation and hope is it will run refrigeration. We run our lights off of solar. We are also planning on purchasing a solar generator.
Good job running the bob cat, that was awesome
I have to admit that when I read the description, I thought to myself "What did you expect from this thing?" sounds like you are smarter than I initially gave you credit for. Best of luck with construction.
You might look into the Generac that's mounted permanently on a concrete pad and uses butane since you got the tank now.
I'm sure you mean Propane.
My sister has one and it’s great!
You have the same problem my wife has , it’s Propane not Butane!
@@deernats ok, propane. I'm all electric.
I have a 10,000 watt Generac that I bought new in 1999 and it has been used a lot I replaced the carb 5 years ago and that is all that has been done to it besides oil changes, new spark plugs and air filters…. I set my house up so I could run my whole house on it if needed.. easy to use my wife at the time would set it up to run when I was deployed
Merry. Christmas. Dutch and family. Love watching you grow. That bobcat is surely a work horse for you, Saves your back from all the hard lifting .
Thank you for the review!👍👍
Very interesting about your generator 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 thank you for sharing have a wonderful evening 😊😊
Happy Holidays to you & your family.
I've had a Generac that size for about 8 years no issues Don't run it everyday but it's a quality generator.
Great information brother thanks for sharing.
Awesome setup you got! Its a dream of mine to live like that off grid😍
The BOBCAT!! Has Been A BACK SAVER!!! They Are Really Nice To Have! GREAT VIDEO!!!💯👍🏻💯❤️
Good you bought the protection plan.
Great info. Thanks for sharing!
I'm wondering if you should consider a whole house generator that would then be a backup for the new house. Cost over long run might not be bad if you're averaging over many years use.
Blessings
Jan
I was wondering why you hadn't gotten a Generack Generator. Hopefully you will get your Solar hooked up soon! God Bless and have a Great Day!! 😀⚘❤🎄
Harbor freight sales cheep stuff,sorry that yall are going through that agin,I dont shop there anymore, im glad you can take it back, love yalls videos keep them coming,
I have a Generac is it's great. It's a whole town generator for 1500 square feet. It's uses propane but it last a long time.
Love seeing you use the Bobcat.
thank you my new man. I have the same one. understandably, Im deaf and use it for my grooming business traveling. um yea its way better than gas generator inverter. the super quiet works more efficiently as far as Ive learned feedbacks from my home street neighbors. I myself went and asked if it bothered them during overnight and they shook their head and said nope not at all. because I decided to replace new oil every 30-50 hours after the first 30 hours “break-in” and replacement, I. noticed and felt the vibration more less and more smooth non roughly when I started to decide replacing every 30-50 hours and in my experience and opinion to check oil and air filter BEFORE EACH USE. period. so overall no problem as long as I use running 3000-4500 watts for hours everyday since nearly 3 months…..now I thank you for showing WHAT oil you use….ill find out more when I research about oil since harbor freight recommends customers to purchase any items from harbor freight becasue I dont see they have what oil you use at harbor freight. it may have been sensed I’ve replaced more often and shorter term……ill let you know the new result in one or two weeks if you dont know or if you are curious to know from my experience. will do sir. again thanks sir
Thanks for the info on the generator I buy from Harbor Freight. Sorry that you have had troubles I don't think I will buy one. Enjoy watching
Great job looks amazing
Pro tip - buy a magnetic dip stick and magnetic plug, break in period consist of changing the oil every hour for about 3 hours to get rid of most of the metal shavings in these machines. It will extend the life of your generator. But running anything full time puts a lot of wear and tare on it! Thanks for the video!! 🤠
Great video, love watching.
Oh gosh, and we bought a Predator 9500 this season just incase we loose power. Now I'm concerned we got the wrong unit. The reviews were good on it. Hmmm
Thank you for the video I use a Honda EU 7000 for my business it runs 6 days a week I change oil roughly every 200 hours it is easy to forget about the hours because they add up so fast as of now I have 9,200 hours on it The Honda generator does not use oil only thing I had to do was put a battery in it change the spark plug a couple times and the generator still runs almost like new oh yes I had to put a fuel filter in on the fuel pump once I know the predator generators are half the price but the Chinese stuff does not hold up it is very well worth the money to buy a Honda and you do it once in Honda has reliability and I appreciate your video
Good job on moving the generator.
Happy Holidays!
Good job on running that bob cat, that was awesome
Enjoy all your videos..as always.
Thank you for sharing this information. Any videos about hookup for the battery?
I’m on my 3rd Small, 4 gallon Harbor Freight air compressor. Each one had less than 10 hours !
Awsome bobcat! If you have not done already you should put some skid tape on the top lip of the bucket so ya don't slip off.
Good info.
Seen Bobby walking around. Nice.😊👍🇨🇦
Yep, had two Chinese scooters and both developed carb problems, corroded inside due to the ethanol gas I was using in them, switched to non ethanol gas, no more problems. Fast forward, a month ago, I got a portable 2000w dual fuel generator, put the first tank of gas in it, forgot the gas was ethanol and within 30 minutes, the carb started leaking, got the generator replaced, now, only run non ethanol gas and no problem with the carb.
I love your videos and I have been a loyal follower for a long time. Love ❤ your channel and 👪.
Ordered one yesterday. Getting delivered soon for hurricane season.......
You might make a pallet that Will fit between the wheel wells on the pu for loads like that. We are using a 6 kilowatts off grid Solar System, we only use the generator when welding because it is better in area's whare there are no power outlets. We will be adding another 6 kilowatts off grid Solar System for the split air conditioner system that we will be adding.
G'DAY from Australia mate. I have a Yamaha 5.5 kva inverter generator with only 1613 hours so far so good.Only runs a few hours per night to back up n charge my batterys. Has been serviced a few times. It cost me 5000.
I hate 10% ethanol gas and run ethanol free fuel it in my mowers, weed eaters, ect. With that said, there is no reason not to run it in the generator. The problem occurs when it sets in an unused piece of equipment or seasonal equipment. May God bless you and Merry Christmas.
Hey Dutch you can put solar panels on your batteries too to help keep it trickle charged
Considering the usage, they haven't been bad generators. I know contractors here in Florida that run them 5-6 days a week, but usually only for a few hours daily. They like them as well, but their usage is "normal". I have a 9500 as a house back up, in case of hurricane outage and whatnot. Love ya'll ❤
Did it go well?
@@DabblelyDiddly If you're referring to Ian, yes, the generator and I are fine.
You are so trusting. Isn’t the definition of insanity “doing the same thing over and over, and expecting a different outcome”? Good thing you have that warranty.
I hope you find a final resolution that works.
Hilarious, especially when you have no choice!
A: you don't know their budget. B: that was very critical to say, your implication was that he was insane. That makes me wonder if you are and are quick to label people.
C: because he and I and they are born again Christians, we forgive you but I say, don't come here to his family Channel and jar is with your negative attitude and spoil the family and learning experience for the rest of us and him.
Oh my gosh, I was just making an observation, no harm intended. He is right, that is ridiculous to have to keep replacing the generator. At least the warranty saves him from having to buy a new one.
Try try again. A quitter never succeeds. No hill for a climber…. We are taught to achieve insanity.
@@Mari-wj3uu D: WOW, that escalated quickly.
I actually run several different units depending on the load I have the regular 9000 I have the 8750 inverter and two 4325’s I think I get normally 4,000 hrs changing the oil every 30hrs and regular ones need new brushes and voltage regulators every 1000 hrs or so I love them can’t beat the price and the big money ones are the same parts
Awwwww man! Glad you were able to take it back!
I love all you videos too .
God bless y'all
We have taken back many! We are off grid. Ine thing we found is its better, no critical that when you turn power on and off there is NO LOAD on it. So turn it on with no cords attached then unplug it before you turn it off. It helps but un 4 years we have gone through maybe 10ish... and not all preditors, generac, and Oman and champion...
Thanks!
Have a Merry Christmas 🤶🎅❄️🎄& Happy New Year
Ethanol fuel is for gas engines with turbo's. Here where I live. Cheaper fuel. The rest of what I own runs on the other. Cheaper to drive my truck then my Jeep. My truck as turbo's. Any ways. Thanks for the information on the generator. I cant get rain or snow here. Western Nebraska. My property in Missouri gets rain every time you do. Take care. Thanks again.
Thanks for your honest review bro but you definitely need either a diesel one or find another way to get power. Any generator would also break down like how you're using it. At least Harbor Freight is making it easy for exchange everytime it breaks, good move.
Great Video ! I could almost vouch but I’m not there. Sounds accurate ! Someone who can afford a BOBCAT has no business with Harbor freight stuff
That was some good driving!
You might look into placing an insulating barrier around the perimeter of the camper. A lot of inside heat is lost through the floor, especially if you are in a windy area. I see you have hay bales placed partly across near the door. You could extend that all around the camper but it wouldn’t be tight. I’ve seen sheets of foam board insulation used around the perimeter with success. There are several RUclips videos showing it. It would certainly save on gas and make the camper toastier. Just a thought.
Hardie board also
Just some heavy plastic sheeting would work.
As a retired Firefighter I wouldn't counsel using hay for wind breaks on any structure people live in.