Champion 2500 Dual Fuel Inverter Lightweight Generator Review 🔋
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- Опубликовано: 16 окт 2024
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*Great **Generater.Systems** . Our 1st 2500W Champion backed us up with hurricane Ida last August when our whole home generator crapped out after 8 days. Love the dual fuel. Hope to never run gasoline in it.Bought this 2500W to parallel with our other one for the RV.*
thanks for the report
That exactly what I bought two for yesterday!
I have two Champion genies! 4900 and this 2500 geny. Both duel fuel and they work the best! I only run propane on mine for the fact that it burns cleaner and no need to treat fuel or worry about fuel deteriorating parts. I have personally had to use my multiple times in the summer time and I’m glad I invested in these.
@@topgunz8165 not sure as I have only used the 4900 for extended periods. But I would comfortable say maybe get 20-24hours out of a 40lb tank? That’s just based on what I’ve experienced with the 4900 and the 2500 is half the size.
I just wanna say that I love watching your content it's always entertaining and informative. I also wanna say that I can tell that you're a genuine and honest human being. Thanks for all of your hard work making these videos.
I just got one of these - model number (200961), but still dual fuel 2500 watt. Followed all the directions, Runs extremely quiet - *very impressive.* The primary purpose of this generator will be to power a gas furnace, TV's, a few lights, and internet routers - in a 3,800 sq ft. home,. After the *2021Texas February Freezout* I decided never again. We have a large see through nat gas fireplace, so we didn't have to burn the furniture to keep from freezing. But even at that, temp's got into the low 40's inside! and -3F outside. *Ran 8 to 12 hours with NO ELECTRICITY* over 4 days of it, with maybe an hour here and there with power. Today, I did the test after a lot of research. Fortunately that paid off, because this, as probably the majority of portable generators, use a "floating neutral" as opposed to 'bonded neutral'. The startup sequence of most all newer furnaces does not like, nor will it run the furnace on floating neutral nor on 'dirty power' from non inverter generators. Made a plug for one of the outlets by jumpering the neutral and ground wire together. Now, it runs perfectly as a bonded neutral generator. I am literally amazed this small generator ran the gas furnace and it did it in the ECO Mode. It didn't even have to ramp up to get the blower fan running. Ran it through several cycles without a single problem. Will be completing the wiring with a single transfer switch. *Great Shoutout to this little wonder machine!*
Check out one of those Mr Heater vent free gas heaters. You should have a battery operated CO detector anyway for safety but I tested a 30,000 btu unit in 2500 square feet in my basement. It kept the house about 68 degrees with outside temps in the teens.
I just used hydraulic hose to hook it up. I'm sure someone will clutch their code book over that but it's convenient and safe.
Your review has ended my dual fuel mini generator search. Ty
You should use battery power stations for anything inside a house and use this generator to backup and charge the power stations
I have that exact generator to supplement my 4000w solar generator. This thing is SUPER quiet and ive load tested it with various items and it is an absolute champ. Great item to have in the kit for these uncertain times.
4000w solar generator? The highest I could find is 2000w.....I will look again.
I was looking at the Predator 2000 inverter, like... 5 hours ago. Then I got this video. Haha! More of this content is good.
I've got two predator 2000s and have enjoyed them. Run them in parallel from time to time for my travel trailer as well.
the predators are legit, I got one and 2 friends have them, including people who use them for RV's etc
you can carry it as one person and its really quiet - very important
Man this would be a perfect Christmas present for me. I have their older standard generator but the natural gas connection is dope.
It's propane, there are differences between the 2.
@@survivalconcerns515 Yes, Propane or Gasoline-powered, however, *Champion stocks the parts for a Natural Gas conversion.
I learn something useful from all your gear reviews.
I bought the Champion dual fuel 4000 after your review a while back and I love it. Thanks for keeping these types of items in the vids.
Always great to have a generator ....Two even better. Have both Sportsman and Champion units. Never had an issue with proper break in procedures and regular maintenence. Excellent items to have in these times.
To know Chamption had the balls to send this out to you makes me want to support them.
Did you think he was going to bad mouth free stuff sent to him?
I just ordered one of this shipped for $500. I have a champion 3500 dual fuel and its been kicking for years.
Super excited to have this for emergencies.
nice
This is awesome! I have been looking for a good generator. Thanks for the video.
Nice. Thanks for the great review. I’ve had my Honda EU2000i for years and it’s still running strong. Great to see other offerings.
Haha, my man! I just got one of these a couple of weeks ago. What are the odds. Not gonna mess around with another TX winter. (Now watch it be 50° all season)
I watched a video Gavin's garage doing a overload test. If you run two different size generators your total usable power is double the smallest one. Example 2, 000 W and 2500 W your total would be 4,000 not 4500 the smallest generator will throw a breaker at 4000. But it does still work so it's all good.
Good to know, thanks!
I won one of these in a Christmas drawing at the company i work at. I have wanted a generator for soooooo long. Now i got one!😁👍
I live offgrid & use this model daily. Works great for the price 👍👍
Good review! Glad you pointed out the non ethanol fuel use. A lot of people still make that mistake. I only use propane with mine. I live off the grid and my Champion 2000 is awesome 😎! Must say, gun reviews are more fun! But these are important items too! Thanks Buddy!!😎
Funny, I’ve been watching your vids for a little over a year now, but I never had much interest in other equipment than firearms. We’ve been without power for just over 6 hours. We bought one of these online at home cheapo a few minutes ago but I wanted to see how loud it was. I’ll be checking more of your vids as the day goes, thank you hugely.
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DOES IT TAKE GLOCK MAGS?
Lol
Only if coupled with a turbo encabulator. LMAO
I got the 3400 first and it was a little to big for my Overland Camper but it is RV ready. I just bought this one 2 months ago the size is perfect for my Solar tongue box. I can connect them together and power everything needed in the house. Champion makes a really good product and Duel/Fuel is highly recommended. You will never find a better product for the price.
do you mean 4500? I can't find a 3500 version
Does it take Glock mags? I'll see if I can swing one of these before next Hurricane Season.
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This was a heck of a cross-branded coffee commercial! 😉☕
You make coffee like I do... "Another couple scoops, why not"
Hmmmm, long time subscriber to the channel here. Just bought myself a 4250 Watt dual fuel open frame Champion generator and had been looking on You Tube for some reviews and or tips. Then suddenly Mr GnG is reviewing a dual fuel champion genset...............
Is Mr GnG a holographic Google Bot?. Showing us what we search for?
Please note this is just a joke and I come here for good information on stuff I want to buy, but wow what a coincidence.
Nice review. Very reliable company and generators. I have their original 2000 watt inverter gen sets from 2009. Run the carb dry and you won't have a problem. I've used mine in parallel to run my entire home minus the 240 volt stuff.
Very smart to get before winter.
I run two Honda EU 2200s. Can’t beat them.
Champion beats them on price. I got TWO Champions AND a parallel kit for less than the price of ONE Honda generator. Easy decision
@@drdrew3 that’s great.
Debating whether to just get a Honda. I like champions price and that its dual fuel. But the Hondas are also Hondas! So there’s that. Can’t decide.
@@skylerdylan1005 buy once, cry once!
I'm a Honda guy, always had a Honda car and lawn equipment. I went with Champion for dual fuel support and because these Champions use a cloned Honda engine anyways... both high quality, but dual fuel fit my needs. Only thing these don't have are Bluetooth.
I got a whole house generator installed two years ago…….best purchase/investment I’ve made in years.
One is none and two is one. I have both a whole house and a small portable Generac . It was a good thing too as the 200 Amp transfer switch on my whole house generator went bad and it took 8 months to get a new one.
Surprised as shit to see this on your channel. Thanks. I'm buying one of these today. Do more of this stuff, it's gear. Nice plug for Jarod.
Perfect timing as always Mike
Starting tip: you don't have to go overboard pulling the starting cord hard or fast. Slow pulls work best.
First of your videos I've seen, excellent down to earth review. Subscribed and look forward to watching more 👍
I just grabbed a gas on sale for$600 cnd just to add to my prep. A beautiful addition to my gear.
Bought the 4650 for my Flagstaff E-Pro, works like a charm.
I was stationed at Shaw AFB SC, 78'-79', and experienced an Ice Storm. Brutal. Talk about being frozen in place
Excellent video... Thx. I just bought the same exact unit and had been looking at vids and reviews the last several days... This is my 3rd Champion generator, my 3500-4375max I sold to my neighbor before I upgraded to a larger unit, Champion 201035 - 8,000W-10,000W dual fuel... that is transfer switch ready and can run larger loads,...I just felt that in case there is a real crisis, long/sustained power outage, you can't expect to run an 8,000-10,000W Watt generator, using 7.7 gallons of fuel every 10 hours, assuming you're willing to spend so much time with NO POWER, to conserve.. I believe you should have something smaller for true crisis (if need be) you never know.. The larger generator is a blessing and a curse if there is a "TRUE" crisis, sustained outages... It becomes prohibitively expensive to gas so often, but $ is not the issue, but availability and access to gas or propane in amounts that consume so quickly running larger gens....Lets say if gas might be in short supply etc.. Even if the unit is dual fuel, which mine is; at a whopping 8,000-10,000w, it is efficient for what it is, but a beast during a crisis... a large size generator can make it harder, and you'll go thru propane too quickly as well.. Hence comes this 2500W unit... Extremely efficient; and inverter.. I decided to get this which will cover basic needs efficiently, in case we can't run our larger Champion Generator constantly..
Run the large one for while, then the 2500W overnight to conserve.
It makes sense, plus I go camping here in Texas and had used my gas-only 2000W Westinghouse inverter, very quiet, but it is from 2013 and it's beyond done... It was good for a while but we ran it to the ground by now. By the way, Champion CustServ, the absolute best; they stand behind their product for 3 yrs, commercial or residential, and beyond that, tech support for life... Always there.
One of the very best CustServ and TechSprt in the power equipment industry in my opinion... Champion all the way.
Thanks. I Was just researching this size generator last night.
Mike I just bought the 2000 watt model in gas only...great generators
Thank you for the information. I'm in need of a generator and this looks like a great "first" option!
😅 Love it when the coffeebrewer where dancing around.
You're good. Thank you for this review; planning to buy one for my American stuff before the move home to Fiji. Plus, your great voice is a bonus 🤟🙂👋
I have a Honda EU2200i. Works great! Also got an E-Go that is powered by battery packs to run stuff indoors for short term outages.
Based on world events, a black friday sale, and this review I just bought a pair of these.
A trend that I've seen recently is ppl having a battery system that runs their house.
When electricity is on it keeps the batteries charged.
When the power goes out ppl will run a generator for an hour or so in the morning and evening to recharge the batteries.
Conserves fuel and cuts down on the amount of noise.
I couldn't find ANY place near me that had ethanol-free gas, which sucks! I did put in stabil fuel stabilizer so that I don't have to always run it dry, but I'd still prefer ethanol free gas like he says in the video.
Try the marinas and boating spots in your area
If you absolutely can't find it, use a stabilizer but you can also drain the tank. They often hold less than a gallon so it's straight forward.
@@Defender_of_men Very far away unfortunately, but I did manage to find a smaller gas station about 20 miles away, so I may just grab several 5 gallon jugs of gas for the winter.
@@Gideon_Judges6 Ya, I use "stabil" in the tank, and so far it's been good. I did find a station that has what I'm looking for, just happens to be like 20 miles away.
@@shojus if you have anyone who rents power equipment or machinery often they have offroad (i.e. tax free) fuels for sale. At least that's what I've found in my area. Same place that will have a skid steer or a log splitter for rent has offroad diesel, offroad gas, kerosene, propane for sale.
Great review. I want one. Anything to consider in switching back and forth between gas and propane on the same generator?
no, it is a selector
It's good to turn it off by switching to propane to run the gas out of the engine.
Great video and new to the channel. I have this model and it is the VERY BEST. you will be so happy if you buy this. We take it camping and use the propane option.
Great video
I know next to nothing about them so this happens to be of interest for me. I live in an apartment so a small generate would be a reassuring item to have around.
God bless all here.
I like how they used to make them stackable when you run parallel.
The 2500 watt units are not stackable, only the 2000 watt units are stackable. 🤔
I have two 2500 watt units paralleled with manual switchgear to the house and running on propane from a 500-gallon bulk tank
You need to say if the inverter is a pure sine wave or a modified sine wave. All generators have an inverter. The inverter converts DC power to AC power. The type of AC power you get is what is important.
The coffee danced along w the music clip. 😆
Great product review thanks Mr. Guns!
First time noticed these in store here in Finland. It was on discount due to some campaign they are having. 999€ doesn't sound bad at all. I think I will pick one up.
I like my coffee "Shaken not stirred" too.
Very well done, sir! Wish you would've done a quick hook up and start with a 20lb tank.
Late to the game, but I purchased this exact generator today to add to my larger but much louder 4750W Champion
Propane doesn't go bad...yes but there can be contaminates in those 20lb gas grill propane bottles. I plan to use an inline propane filter if i run it on propane.
Is there a carb screw to FULLY drain the bowl? If I get one I hope to never run gas in it but, as I recall Honda has an option to shut the fuel off and let it continue running until it starves itself of fuel in the line and carb. Great review.
Battery power stations is the way to go. Use this to backup/ charge the batteries
Much respect for info like this....Thank you!
Like the music for the dancing coffee pot.
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Do you really have to change oil after first 5 hours?
As someone who lives in the inner city with only a chain link dense separating me and my neighbors, I like the fact that it is quiet and how I can hook it up the the natural gas line
It's not designed for natural gas. It's designed for either propane or gasoline.
We have not used it yet just ran it to see the noise level which was fine
I’m in the market for a generator so he definitely got my attention
I've seen fewer ads in Christmas catalogs...
Any update on how the generator is still working for you?
Thank you for caring to share big bro!
I have that one. It's awesome.
Just got one yesterday (already using it my first day) because my Westinghouse iGen2500 generator pull start rope snapped after 4 years later. I try fixing it but i got to take the entire motor apart because no room to replace it. It's super quiet which is a plus. It's about 10 lb lighter than Westinghouse iGen2500. The only thing it need is a filter when pouring gasoline in.
thanks for the report
The issue with "construction" type open frame generators is frequency and voltage regulation. They do not produce square waveforms, only cheap inverters do that.
This is a pull start. Great for able bodied. Anything similar recommended for someone that can’t pull start? Thanks
They also make this model in auto start for a price increase.
You have to step up to a 3000 watt inverter generator class generator to get electric start. They weigh considerably more, about 100 pounds vs the 40-50 pounds of these small units. And they cost more at $800-$1000 for a Wen, Champion, Predator, or Northern Tool version. The Honda 3000 cost about $2400.
Just bought mine today. 2500watts ! Gasoline only. Found it for new @ $295.00! Smokin deal !
Had a champion 1200 watt genset and owned it from 2000-2022. I wore it out! No problems!
In an EMERGENCY (Grid power out) this works well. Do not do this! Do not do this! BUT, if you are in an emergency.......... (but really, don't do this). Go purchase a short and high-quality extension cord with AWG (American Wire Guage) of 10 or 12. Cut the female end off and add another male end. You will then have a cord that is male/male. (Don't do this). Now, turn off the Main Breaker to your house so you are disconnected from the grid. Hang a sign on the breaker that says: "Do Not Turn on Until generator is disconnected, turned off, and extension cord is unplugged". Now turn off ALL the breakers in your panel. Then, plug the male/male extension cord into your generator that is OFF. Now plug the other end into any outlet in your garage (door open) or outside outlet, or purchase a longer extension cord and use an outlet IN the house. Start the generator. Turn on each breaker in your panel. DO NOT attempt to run your Air Conditioning. You will discover that about one-half of your house now has power and all is good. (Don't do this, Don't do this). Too much for here, but you are only powering one half of your house. IF your frig does not have power or something critical does not have power, turn EVERYTHING off again INCLUDING THE GENERATOR and plug the extension cord into another outlet, and repeat (Don't do this. Don't do this) until the most important things in your house has power. NEVER, EVER turn on the main breaker or unplug the extension cord with the generator running.
This is called a "suicide cord" for a reason. Don't do this. Don't do this.
I have been powering my house for 20+ years this way as I live where there are many power outages and I must have power due to medical reasons.
If you have a generator that has a 220/240-volt outlet, you can do the same thing and just plug into the 220/240-volt clothes dryer outlet and have your whole house powered.
Don't do this (because you can kill yourself if you touch the exposed male end of the suicide cord if you do not DUE exactly follow the above instructions. Or, you could kill a line worker trying to restore power if you do not turn off your main breaker.)
But if you do EXACTLY as in the above, your house will be like my house and be the only one with all the lights on when the whole neighborhood is dark. If you drink or use drugs, DO NOT do this.
Just go with a permanent backup generator and an auto transfer switch if you're going to do that.
If you've had to do this for 20 years, why not just install a proper transfer switch?
@@user-wj9wq7mk4h I did install a manual transfer switch. Like some that show how to fix things in a home garage, I wanted to let people know how in "...an EMERGENCY" they could provide power to their home.
Don't do this but.. Lol. My Dad just told me about this trick the other night for backup power at the cabin. He replaced the well pump with a new 240 volt model so the plan is to purchase a comparable generator, possibly the Champion 6250. He can install the transfer switch since he was too damn old to help pull the well pump and ignored me when I suggested a 120 volt, hehe. Thanks!
Thank you 🙏
Mike .?? . did you said you can pair them with another brand. Example Champion & Wen brand ??
Is that accurate ??
I have all respect for you and your channel in the world … been watching for a long long time…. Seems to me it’s turning into an infomercial channel.. nothing I can do but just hang in there and keep watching till some thing I am interested in comes on…
Umm this is the GEAR part... you know gunsnGEAR .
How do you think he pays for the guns part?
So he reviews items and links to them to make a bit of coin . I don't see a problem. I dont have a use for a generator at this time but I still watch his gear videos to gather information I might need in the future .
You might also not need one now ,but the way things are going you may in the future. Why not be informed?
@@karllambert2350 well thank you but I did not know that a generator is part of The gear you need to have a gun.. he pays for his gun parts through Patreon… his generator just got him a couple of new generators for the house.. i’m waiting to see him wear his champion 2500 generator T-shirt..
@@thomaslomeo2736 well body armor isn't a necessary part of guns either , wouldn't you say ?
But they are to keep you safe if you ever have the need for it...
A generator will be used far more often to help keep you safe than body armor ever will.
Care to go on with this? Or just admit that gear isn't just firearms related and move on ...
@@karllambert2350 You are right..It’s all about the money and what you can afford
Just paid 200 bucks for a brand new at a pawn shop Rochester ny .. great deal
What’s up from Florida
You should consider a review of the Jackery Solar Generator 1500.
How is this generator performing since you've used it?
Are these able to work in rain?
As in are they able to get wet?
Did u break in 5 hours Before plugging in a load?
You do use a load for the 5-hour break-in. Instructions recommend altering the load occasionally, and not exceeding 50% capacity.
A question about fuel consumption - is there a consumption difference between running it on propane vs gas? Thanks!
Could you maybe do a two tier (budget wise) emergency home/apartment system? All encompassing or strictly energy related, either I believe would catch a lot of views and Id be interested to hear your insight. Its clown world now and the rules have changed, curious if this changes/factors into the systems.
Great video !!I just got one and have a question do you have let it run 5 hours before using or can you use it during the 5 hours break in period ? thanks
Can I use the Parallel Link on only one generator for a 30 amp outlet?
Read the instructions: it says you are supposed to use a load, varying occasionally, and not to exceed 50% capacity.
You need to do a solar set up next.. thanks for the video
Whatever it's worth a UPS eliminates the power spike threat as long as you have the smoove wave version
I bought one of those 3 years ago haven’t opened it. Will it still work?
Great video. Thank you!!
Use avgas for long term storage Per Yamaha inverter service manager. Otherwise, only ethanol free gas.
Is that Blackout coffee as good, better, worse (from a taste perspective, not politics) compared to Black Rifle?
Question. I just bought this unit thanks to your video and the ability for this unit to run propane. Is it normal to hear the sound of propane coming out of tank when it is connected to generator but not running? I checked all connections with soapy water, so I would guess it is being consumed internally, or do I have a faulty unit with a leak?
Um no... your supposed to turn the gas off at the tank when not on use... what your hearing is the gas leaking through the carburetor into the air around you silly
Issue right off the start.
All gas generators are considered "pure sine wave" as they utilize a rotating element to generate power. They do have dirtier power than inverters, especially when you have larg changes in load.
Inverter generators also have the advantage of slowing down the motor at low loads to reduce fuel usage.
Great content.
How long would it run on a 5lb propane tank?
The manual and labels clearly state that the fuel requirement is 87 min octane rating and 10% max ethanol. No need to think they are wrong. Pump gas is fine and has been for me for years.
Will this run small freezers?
Yes
I have the older Champion 2000 watt generator and it will power a 5000 BTU window AC unit, a fridge/freezer, a deep freezer, an internet modem, a tv, and some box fans. These things can power way more than you think.