Harbor Freight is now selling a new portable gas inverter generator to replace the previous Gen 1 predator model. Using coupon code
51920568 brings the price down to $399. Shipping is $6.99 flat rate or pickup in store (when it becomes available).
Link:
http://www.harborfreight.com/2000...62523.html
Note: This new Predator inverter generator Gen 2 is parallel capable (it's a re-branded WEN 56200i). The following parallel kit can be used with this generator to pair it with another Predator Gen 2, a WEN 56200i, or a Yamaha EF2000iS so you can double the output and also have a RV plug.
Link to Parallel Kit on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/WEN-56421-...=WEN+56421
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and then I saw it was inverter
you're the generator expert, does anything else come close for $400?
Because you know HF quality, it's not so hot
probably not for 1600 watts but how much watts can you get for $400 elsewhere?
hurricane season coming!
ps. 66db, the gold standard honda is 53db
sheesh, does everyone have a sub-$500 generator now https://www.walmart.com/ip/45013833 - they probably all come from the same one town in China that makes generators
and then I saw it was inverter
your the generator expert, does anything else come close for $400?
Because you know HF quality, it's not so hot
probably not for 1600 watts but how much watts can you get for $400 elsewhere?
hurricane season coming!
ps. 66db, the gold standard honda is 53db
sheesh, does everyone have a sub-$500 generator now https://www.walmart.com/ip/45013833 - they probably all come from the same one town in China that makes generators
before you buy a Wen though, make sure you check their support network and see if there is a Wen authorized repair center within an acceptable distance. on the plus side with harbor freight, you can just take it back to any harbor freight store for replacement or repair ship out. if you find there is a Wen repair center near you, give them a call and confirm they are in fact a Wen authorized repair center. an issue i ran into a while back with Westinghouse was that they had authorized centers listed which were no longer affiliated with Westinghouse.
Manufacturer Warranty Detail We guarantee the emissions control system on your engine will be free from defects in material and workmanship for two (2) years, provided there has been no improper maintenance, misuse, or abuse of your engine. We guarantee this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase. Limitations apply.
yea I would go with a extend warranty... Just didn't see where you could purchase it on the website..
Manufacturer Warranty Detail We guarantee the emissions control system on your engine will be free from defects in material and workmanship for two (2) years, provided there has been no improper maintenance, misuse, or abuse of your engine. We guarantee this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase. Limitations apply.
yea I would go with a extend warranty... Just didn't see where you could purchase it on the website..
Emission Warranty Parts List.
1. Fuel Metering System
a. Carburetor and its internal parts (and/or pressure
regulator or fuel injection system).
b. Fuel tank.
c. Cold start enrichment system.
d. Air/fuel ratio feedback and control system.
2. Air Induction System
a. Controlled hot air intake system.
b. Intake manifold.
c. Air filter.
3. Ignition System
a. Spark plugs.
b. Magneto ignition system.
c. Spark advance/retard system.
4. Catalyst System (if so equipped)
a. Exhaust pipe stud/exhaust manifold.
b. Thermal reactor.
c. Catalytic converter (if so equipped).
5. Particulate Controls
a. Traps, filters, precipitators, and any other device
used to capture particulate emissions.
6. Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems
a. Vacuum, temperature and time sensitive valves
and switches.
b. Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies.
7. Evaporative Emission Control System
a. Fuel tank.
b. Fuel caps, valves, canisters, filters, vapor hoses,
clamps, connectors, belts, and assemblies.
everything else is 90 days warranty unless the extended warranty is purchased. i guess on the bright side, the carb is covered for 2 yrs.
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1) It's hard to buy something like this from HF, something expensive, complex, and something I will need to depend on. I know HF uses many companies to manufacture their products, but so many of their products are just crap and fail very quickly. (And, so often, with just a little better quality of materials, they could have been a viable tool or product.) This generator looks good, but I've been burned so many times, I'm reluctant. I know it's illogical, but that's how I feel.
2) I was pretty sure I knew what an inverter-generator was, but wanted to be sure. I found this article from Yamaha that explains the differences very well, seems pretty comprehensive, and isn't just a sales pitch for their product.
Different generator. #62523 vs #61169.
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1) It's hard to buy something like this from HF, something expensive, complex, and something I will need to depend on. I know HF uses many companies to manufacture their products, but so many of their products are just crap and fail very quickly. (And, so often, with just a little better quality of materials, they could have been a viable tool or product.) This generator looks good, but I've been burned so many times, I'm reluctant. I know it's illogical, but that's how I feel.
2) I was pretty sure I knew what an inverter-generator was, but wanted to be sure. I found this article from Yamaha that explains the differences very well, seems pretty comprehensive, and isn't just a sales pitch for their product.
We have a 7000 watt Predator with close to 500 hours on it without a hiccup.
I am interested in this new one. I almost grabbed one of the Yamaha's at Costco but it was gone the next time I was there.
Sam's Club has these Black Max Invertor Generators:
1000W (have seen in store) http://www.samsclub.co
2000W http://www.samsclub.co