Harbor Freight Inverter Generator and DIY Generator Shed 

Ripped 160 lb generator out of the box like a boss 💪

I've watched every generator shed video on youtube and although I would have used rockwool on the inside I must say this is the best looking shed I have seen. I went with a lifetime plastic shed for my Generac 17500 with a dual fuel kit but given the THD I'm either going to get the Westinghouse 15000DF or just get a 26KW installed. I have serious money invested since I did 10 100lb tanks and have them filled just incase. In Texas this thing gets so hot it's scary.

Bought this model a couple of months ago. Just now messing around with it, building cords and stocking up on fuel. Got a hurricane coming in a couple of days here in the gulf side of Florida. Seems to be a good machine so far. Love the video, one day I'll build a generator shed.

Thanks for the video! I just bought this generator and I’m hoping to build the generator shed for it soon ;)

Get your plans for the generator shed here: in-the-northwoods.com/products/generator-shed-plans Check out the Generator Shed overview video here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-VbqZQoE6frQ.html

Best gen she’d I’ve seen yet great job

Very good generator. Way more fuel ⛽️ efficient than the 9000 👍🏼

Just a heads up!!!! You must drive a ground rod and ground the gen set. The. You need a 3 pole manual transfer switch so that you are isolating the generator neutral from the power provider neutral. This gen set has a bonded neutral and will not work if you end up connecting power provider neutral to the generator neutral. Not to mention the potential damage and danger if not done properly. Please do you research if connecting to a home that is not in the back country.

I have bought both the regular Predator generator and the Predator INVERTER GENERATOR..I got many years use out of the regular 8750 generator. It got me through that horrible Texas freeze we had a couple years ago. When it came time to replace it harbor freight was out of the same 8750 generators and only had the 8750 inverter generators. The salesman told me it was actually a better generator. It WAS NOT..To use it I had to cut off my electric water heater, and not use the electric clothes dryer or electric stove. It would stop producing power and show a code on the screen. It only lasted me two uses and the inverter module went OUT. A replacement inverter module is $400..So here I was with a generator inverter that was useless and still looked brand new! If you do decide to buy the inverter generator bite the bullet and buy the extended warranty because the Harbor Freight repair people told me it was very common for those $400 inverter modules to go OUT and they don't repare them.

Great video. Just downloaded the shed plans, do you have a parts list for the fan and other things that you used to set it up?

I also connect smaller generators to my house using adapters to run just the freezer, fridge, ceiling fans, lights, TV, computers, phones and internet.

We purchased 2 of these generators to power our RVs charging and air conditioning needs. The generators keep tripping the 30 amp plug. My old 4000 watt Honda powered the same RVs with no problems. I think they are off on their wattage ratings. We also tried another 7200 watt generator that could run both RVs air-condition without any problems from costco. Before this we had the harbor freight 3500 and we ran that guy well over 2000 hours without any problems except for the pull start breaking just after a couple uses.

Awesome 🤩 generator shed!!!

Hello thank you for this, Can u tell me the diameter of the exhaust trying find that pipe to put on it

Voltage, hertz, runtime since it was started for that time and total runtime.

Question about having to have the battery connected to use the rope pull start. I read a WEN 875i has to have a good battery even to pull start. That defeats an emergency situation, my batteries died all the time. Amazon messed up my 8750 champion delivery so I ordered a WEN 875i, and that's delayed now. You and others show predator better than I expected and I can get one tomorrow. Just wondering about the battery being required. Enjoyed your video and set up. Beyond anything I can do. Oh, and does it just have a 90 day warranty?

Great videos brother! I have a question with regards to why you went with the Predator 8750 Inverter over as a replacement for the Predator 8750 non-inverter? I have a non-inverter (7500 watt) generator, and when I am on generator power, the LED lighting in my house house flickers unless or until there is a reasonable load on the generator. For example, if I plug my 1500 watt heat gun into one of the 100v outlets on the generator, the house light flickering stops completely, but at 1500 watts, that is a 12amp load on my generator, which has a 30 amp max output, so I am sacrificing nearly half of the available output just to eliminate house light flickering. So, my question is, IF your house lights were flickering on the old non-inverter Predator, did switching to the inverter generator solve that problem for you? The main reason I ask, is because I watched your other (previous) video, and you have an intake and an exhaust fan running directly off the (old) generator. Was that NOT enough of a load to "pre-load" the generator and stop flickering lights in the house? If you did NOT have flickering lights, why did you upgrade to an inverter generator? Thanks man!

Great videos across your channel. This shed is a picture perfect fit for the cabin we just finished and your innovated use of fans for coming and forced intake and exhaust is great. Is there any chance of getting a parts/items list for the intake/exhaust/cooling components? Or is that simply a standard attic exhaust with a built in temp sensor?

I guess you don't have a lot of high-starting current motors you are trying to run? Watched a video of someone using one of these to run AC units and an Air Compressor. It was UNABLE to start the big shop compressor due to the high inrush current draw! Ran nearly all the other stuff fine.

Convert to floating neutral?

Very nice. Love the setup. Can you still pull the manual starter if you needed to, from where it's currently mounted? Thanks. I "liked"

How about that heated Milwaukee jacket.. Very pleased with mine.

Have you looked into a propane conversion kit so you could run longer with out the need for filling up gasoline ? I like that generator house set.

does this gen maintain 60 hz?

Does it run a hot water heater and or AC

I am having a problem with the 8750 I just purchased. The digital display will not climb beyond 121 volts to 240. Notice that others are having the same problem with their 8750. Did these people have drain the unit and take it back to HF, or is there a fix? Thanks

What needs power for your six inch inline ducts ? Really admire your shed !

I have that same generator for home back up as well.

Is the new one any quieter?

Can you use a regular car battery for a generator and what other kinds of batteries you can use for a generator ?

What are the interior dimensions of your shed?

I have a dumbass newbie question that is bothering me PRIOR to purchase [I have not yet installed 30/50 amp box connecting to home panel]: Using this 30 amp plug 120/240 from the generator into my 30 amp box connected to my house panel - Can my home use the FULL 7200 watts with all my 120 volt applications [most of the home]? Thank you for your time!

What did your dog think when you evicted him from his dog's house?

I’d like to get me one of those. I was hoping it would be quieter than a generator that was not an inverter. Is it quieter? If that makes sense.

That seems way too loud to be an inverter is in it ??

what is an inverter generator? Never heard of it?

How did the co monitor system handle being in that shed?

Are you still offering the plans for your shed?

Are you selling your used generator?

I am a relatively decent carpenter but work better with plans. Do you have plans to your generator shed that you are willing to sell. I am in Texas and would love to have this before the hard winter hits. If you desire you can reach me at the email attached to RU-vid. Thanks

THD

Wtf that noise..

⚠️Portable Generator Safety Tips: 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service 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. Please be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: 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. Also please never use your generator in your deck or balcony. 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. There are some people doing that which may not be safe. 3)FIRE HAZARDS: 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 such as cigarettes. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. It’s also not safe to move your generator while it’s running. 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. It is always important to follow the safety rules when using a portable generator. Hope this helps.