Generac generator opinion

Home back up primarily. Plugged into box.

Honda is out due to $$$ to watt ratio.

Prefer EFI over carb.
7,000 running watts minimum.
Portable.
Gas vs dual fuel.
Made in USA

This is in my eyes a deal. Buying two of them. Thoughts?

https://www.generac.com/generaccorporate/media/library/content/all-products/portable-recreational-power/xt series/205080-xt8000efi-sell-sheet-web_1.pdf

For next 2-3 days on sale -

Costco 799.99 shipped ($200 off $999.99 regularly)

Thanks

 

Humm,
I didn't see what the RPM is on the literature
I know on light-medium commercial units, Generac will up the RPM to accommodate for a small engine and gear it for the proper alternator RPM.
This will give the engine less life and louder DB.

 

Seems generac RPM is high in relation to the kohler

 

In order to produce 60 Hz (cycles), all generator engines must operate (run) in multiples of 1800 rpm's, i.e. 1800, 3600, 5400, etc.

 

On a 2 pole alternator 3600RPM is required, On a 4 pole alternator 1800 RPM for 60hz
An engine can always be geared for proper alternator speed.

 

Correct!

 

Standby models are not a consideration.

Will wire these units in via interlock switch. Run most of house depending on time of year, needs etc.

Basically the model i posted is a tweener. Better built and more features than the GP line but doesn’t have the OHVI engine or $$ cost of the XG line.

Getting my mind past the no OHVI engine and oil filter, I think these should do intended job with proper continued maintenance.

Is there another brand or model that I should look at?? Any experience or suggestions? Thx for above replies!!

 

We personally have a generac 22kw hooked up to our house. we ran a delay on one of our ac units so it's not trying to power up both at the same time. we have a 500 gallon propane tank we buried when we built the house. It does a test run for 5 minutes every other saturday morning. it has done us well the couple times it's had to be utilized. our neighbor behind us has one too as well as 2 3-ton units and ours can run our whole house no problem for a couple days. i'm happy with it so far

 

Agreed!

Ok. Ordering two units today.

Copper not aluminum windings sealed deal.
(As per generac CS)

EFI (get a DAP tune?? Lol)
<5% THD
9.5-10 hrs per tank
Low oil shutoff
Idle control (manual)
Outlet covers.
Electric and pull start.



Thanks for feedback. Sort of thinking out loud here and very helpful.

-NoMoTaco

 

I see you already ordered but an FYI if any one else is looking Champion 7500 watt dual fuel units are on sale at Tractor Supply for 699 this week. Saw it in the ad today can't find it online yet.

 

Called Tractor supply. $849

They said it may have been last weekend

FYI

 

Interesting, the ad just came in the mail today. I'm out but I'll investigate further when I get home.

 

Awesome!

 

I know you have ordered already, this is mainly a huge vote for dual fuel. This is my set up I bought about 4 years ago after being stuck in an ice storm without power for 4 days because "country living". I have spent the last 4 years watching Craiglist, local sales, and my local dump drop off for cheap / free old LP tanks, take to Wal-mart to exchange for new full for $14.88. I have almost 20 put away. Not one drop of gasoline has ever been in the gen, I have gone 9 months and it always starts because only LP has ever been in it, BUT if I ever need it I have the option. Mine came from Costco, $799ish.
PS- have used for 2.5 days straight, no troubles.

 

Here she is.

 

@NoMoTaco


It looks like I’m a little late, but I sell Generac, and can check pricing on Generac products. It’s generally not cost effective for me to sell and ship one, but I can certainly advise on pricing. I’ll say there’s generally very little mark up in them.

 

I just checked. It’s an incredible deal on it. Even at $999.00 it was a hell of a bargain.

 

I thought so but...

Pressure washers, sprayers, hvlp’s, festool Sanders etc I know. Lol generators not so much.

One is for me as I’m in process of moving to South Carolina. The other I’m building a shed and dropping an interlock at 91 yr old moms in Connecticut. (Friends will pop by and make sure it’s running when needed)

The Champion was intriguing but this model Generac was better fit as no propane is on her property.

Thanks everyone for input!!!

 

How long does one tank last?

 

8 hours ish, depending on how hard it is pulling.

 

I have one of these, only complaint is the thing is loud.
Use it for the same purpose, backup to my house power in the event of sustained power outage.
runs great on propane and gas, its a little slow to start when switching between the two fuel types.

 

What are you all’s thoughts on this guy?

https://www.costco.com/Firman-Power-Dual-Fuel-Generator-7500-Running-Watts.product.100417697.html

Would be using primarily as backup power to the house only....and running off LP tanks as those are easier to store than gas. It does 50amp and 240v as well as 120

 

Here it is, valid June 12-16

 

Hmmmmmmmmmmm


Hmmmmmm

 

Read reviews on Costco, Amazon and PED.

High THD
Flickering lights

Saw several reviews with one or both of those complaints. No 1st hand knowledge on it.

 

This sale is live till end of Father’s Day

Nice snag