This Generator Replaced My Predator 3500!! The Predator 4550 Inverter Is Awesome!!

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This Is The Generator That Replaced My Predator 3500!! The Predator 4550 Inverter!! Here's The Predator 4550 Open Frame Inverter Generator!! This Generator Runs Like An Old Sewing Machine!! #inverterGenerator #predator4550 #predator3500
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Here's the video I made regarding the Predator 3500 Inverter Generator: • Harbor Freight Predato...
I recently purchased the Predator 3500 Super Quiet Inverter Generator from Harbor Freight and really liked it. It had a lot of great features including being super quiet. But, I had problems with my copy so I had to return it. The plan was to do an even exchange for the same model but learned about the 4550 Inverter and was intrigued. After a bit of research, although it isn't 'super quiet', I decided to go with the 4550. This video shows the unboxing and first setup including adding the oil, fuel and even creating a wheel kit for it.
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00:00 Intro
00:40 Checking and Adding Oil
03:29 Adding Fuel
04:02 Starting The Predator 4550
07:03 Decibel Measurement
08:00 Making A Wheel Kit
12:49 Predator 3500 Vs Predator 4550
20:28 Conclusion

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@kmosier22 17 дней назад

Am I the only one that thinks he looks like Steven Keaton off family ties? Love the videos!!

@1RoadGarage 17 дней назад

Have you commented that before? 🤙

@kmosier22 17 дней назад

@@1RoadGarage Dont think so......but every time I've watched your channel I kept feeling like I've seen you somewhere. Today it hit me. haha Keep up the great videos!

@zoefaith120 17 дней назад

Cant beat the radio shack brand... old school baby!

@1RoadGarage 17 дней назад

Haha! Wondering if someone would notice.

@mansharker8 17 дней назад

I like that older model of decibel meter vs the newer model that I had. The newer one died on me in a little over a year lol.

@albertsmedley3636 16 дней назад

You mentioned that a big reason you wanted a generator was because of tornadoes. My need is similar. I need a generator because my area has huge fires, (which now causes the power provider to shut off power on hot, windy days besides when there is really a fire), floods and earthquakes. The problem is that it may sit unused for years but when I will need it, I will really need it. But the gas will be bad by then. I am really disappointed that this generator isn't dual fuel, including propane. I then wouldn't have to worry about old gas (when the stuff hits the fan, the gas stations are shut down too.)

@1RoadGarage 16 дней назад

Very good points

@tomschmidt381 15 дней назад

Stale gas is a problem. I have an old school predator 8750 (7000 running watts) generator. I keep five 5-gallon gas containers with stabilizer in the shed. I run the genie every 3-months or so with a 1500W space heater as a dummy load. I've numbered the gas cans and if they get old I dump the gas into one of our cars. It is electric start so I keep the battery topped up with a low power battery maintainer. As you said it does not make sense to have a generator if you don't know it will work when you need it. We have had ours since 2016 but have only needed to use it once for a actual power outage. We keep enough gas on hand to survive a week long power outage when running the genie a few hours in the morning and evening.

@CarlosDelaoGunEngraver 5 дней назад

grenergy conversion kits the best

@ftlaud911 11 дней назад

Had two 3500's a few years back. Both had idle issues and returned them. Went with three 2000's that truely sip fuel. Also gives me redundancy and can fuel/oil change one at a time. Make sure you do first oil change within a few hrs, then second at10 hrs. After that you can run normal oil changes. You need to get those initial metal shaves out while rings set. Looks like a good unit. Congrats and good choice.

@davestewart9146 17 дней назад

I have an old Coleman generator that I bought years ago when the power went out for three days, still runs great, enjoyed your video 👍😁

@josephpuchel6497 16 дней назад

Hey Have one myself a Coleman. The electrical system back in the day was simple no computer or chip boards unlike today everything has a computer chip or board. Now you need an inverter generator so you don’t damage an expensive appliance.

@lstownley 16 дней назад

I would suggest putting a Kill-A-Watt on it to verify the voltage and hertz output. Also would recommend checking the THD with a meter to verify the inverter is functioning properly. With an inverter generator, it should be a pure sine wave and practically a 0 THD. You won't know till you check.

@NWGarage 17 дней назад

Always love the quality with 1Road!

@1RoadGarage 16 дней назад

Thanks!

@ChatGPT1111 15 дней назад

If at all possible, get a Trifuel Inverter. That way you'll have a lot more options for SHTF situations. With NG, you never have to leave your house to get to a business that has no power.

@MrBowNaxe 16 дней назад

Dang Jimmy, you put a lift kit on that thing! I was looking at that one but went with a dual-fuel 5k watt generator to run my camper AC when boon-docking and the biggest plus is the electric start. Great comparison video and I can't wait to see what's next.

@Tobymt1925 17 дней назад

You should have bought the wheel kit with that $155 you got back.... LOL, love your videos

@autocad_junkie 17 дней назад

Funny timing on these Predator videos. I purchased a Predator 2000w inverter generator from HF and went thru the OCD break-in procedures but quickly realized it was simply underpowered for my needs. I took it back this week and got the 3500 model. So far so good on break-in, with no surges. My HF happened to have the 5000w version open box and unused for 50% off but decided to just settle for the 3500. Hopefully I don’t end up having buyers remorse because I wouldn’t have minded the extra power.

@1RoadGarage 16 дней назад

It seems like the 3500 is what most buy. I would’ve kept mine if it didn’t have an issue. 👍

@paultice610 17 дней назад

I have the same open frame inverter and I also have a 3500 fully enclosed I parallel them together and run most of my house during power outage haven’t had any problem with either one. I’ve enclosed one six hours straight shut it down. I’ve never took any panels off. Still works fine.

@francisvazquez13 12 дней назад

Noise difference between the two ?

@paultice610 12 дней назад

@@francisvazquez13 the noise difference is very minimal. The open frame is about five DB higher than the fully enclosed one at 25% load. at 23 feet.

@2284esther 13 дней назад

Use non ethanol fuel please you'll be glad.

@goaway3333 13 дней назад

Jimmy do you think this will easily power a 8000 BTU window unit we just need something after hurricanes I'm not worried about running everything maybe just a 110 well pump and an air conditioner not both at the same time if needed and not weigh 200 lb thanks for any advice

@nickchaisson1832 17 дней назад

I have both. We are in a unique no power situation. Long story. Anyway, the 4450 I have has I think over 5,000 hours of almost 24 hour usage. Besides the time of filling it up with fuel. The pull cord on mine has already broken and I've had to replace it. It's pretty straight forward but a little bit of a pain as the inverter is located in front of the pull start assembly. But that's the only issue I've had with it so far. (Tho I do wish they put electric start on this). Just curious, what oil do you run in yours? I forgot if you mentioned but it looks like She'll Rotella? First I was using conventional 10w30 to break it in for the first 8 hours and changed it with the same, then 20 hours. 30 hours, and then to 100, At I think 100 hours, I switched to Toro full synthetic 10w30 which I can get really easily and it has added zinc which engines like these really like. I also added an hour meter and a 12 volt adapter to run it on (I can suggest the unit I've used if you would like).

@ArchangelHornet 17 дней назад

yes please, do tell...

@rexhorning7228 17 дней назад

Shell Rotella 15w 40 is perfect for your situation and very economical. Being you don’t have lots of cold starts stay with the heavier weights. Having two drain plugs you could install a small pump and oil cooler it would increase the oil volume and increase the time you can run between oil changes. Top of the oil cooler would need to be lower than the oil fill level and you would need to run the pump to purge out oil when checking the fluid level. You could also add a filter in between pump and cooler. Large metal fuel filter would probably work. Or if you could find an external twist off oil filter for external sump system.

@xxcrazy_critr6661 6 дней назад

Would never trade my 3500 for that 4550. Sorry. I love the quiet, and I have the OG version before the CO2 shutoff. Mine was given to me, sat in a field, full of water and rust for 1-2 years. I took that bad boy home, cleaned it all up, got it running with original carb but opted for a brand new one 27 dollars on amazon, I replaced all the fuel lines, added inline filter. The fuel lines and shutoff valve were completely stopped up, so cleaned the valve replaced the lines. I have put 100 hours on it since and it runs like a top, no surging, no issues at all. Love the electric start, love the quiet, love the display, don't care about the plugs, I use the 30A outlet on front to a breaker panel anyway, so doesn't matter what other plugs it has. I have owned 4 open frame generators, and will never go back to that. I run a 12K BTU air conditioner and basically a whole 400 sq ft shop with my 3500. Will buy another used OG 3500 for a spare, they are all over for sale, $400-$500 used in great condition. I can wrench, I don't need warranty. You can even buy the Inverter replacements from Amazon for $135 I think? Super popular model, always go with the model that everyone has so parts availability is never an issue.

@TJsVette 17 дней назад

For the front, I wouldn't level it, I would want it to be slightly lowered to allow fuel to drain better. Im surprised they didn't put a leg for the front for support or a handle. You could make a handle and attach it with a pin. Guess they dont make them like they used to but want to charge more money for less. Kinda sad, to be honest.

@heathhamel7966 12 дней назад

I did everything you did. But it doesn’t want to start. Any thoughts?

@danhambrick6331 17 дней назад

Nice upgrade from the other one Jimmy..

@1RoadGarage 17 дней назад

I really think it is.. 👍

@72dodge340 17 дней назад

Serious question... is your wife related to Poppy (the singer)? LOL... I realized in that last video she was in, she looks almost exactly like her. It's eerie how similar! And yeah, on topic, I love my Predator generator. Really high quality for a good price.

@white24valve День назад

Swap the nut out for a nylon lock nut..no drilling.

@user-oc2ix3dm7i 17 дней назад

When you're done running it turn the fuel drain off and then run it till it's empty to prevent the ethanol from damaging anything

@1RoadGarage 17 дней назад

Good point!

@rexhorning7228 17 дней назад

Best practice is to only buy no ethanol fuel from a dedicated pump to fill your gas cans. Ethanol fuels should only be used in equipment that runs daily.

@two-strokesmoke7289 17 дней назад

Does Harbor Freight sell "dual fuel" propane/gasoline generators?

@cjb1708 16 дней назад

yes

@bradleycass11 17 дней назад

Use locknuts on the wheels

@robertmailhos8159 17 дней назад

Hope you are able to get ethanol free gas where you live in Tennessee one road

@1RoadGarage 17 дней назад

I can.

@robertmailhos8159 17 дней назад

@@1RoadGarage cool beans 🫘 there young man because small engine equipment as we both know can sit for months on end and only get used when we need them

@greebuh 16 дней назад

Just bought one of these for 577 bucks at their yard sale.

@1RoadGarage 16 дней назад

Awesome!

@mchowdy22 12 дней назад

Heads up the spark plug gap from the factory is way out of spec

@JamesSmith-jr2rc 17 дней назад

Why not add two more wheels so you can easily roll it around.

@1RoadGarage 17 дней назад

I was just looking at that yesterday.

@SamsungGalaxy-ls8ys 17 дней назад

Closed frame generators have to have their panels removed when turned off after use to prevent 300F+ temps from cooking it as there is no more air flow after being turned off.

@1RoadGarage 17 дней назад

Hmm.🤔

@freedomisntfree_44 15 дней назад

Never had a problem with mine. When it’s real hot I’ll pop the spark plug cover open to let some heat out though

@hunterm4188 15 дней назад

lol 😂 if only plastic had thermal properties like that

@tomtreece3224 15 дней назад

It’s noisier that the 3500 because it’s and open frame

@kevinkinsler 11 дней назад

I'd spend more money and buy Honda.

@turnandburnroadtripssouthe8432 17 дней назад

Should have spent this 21 minutes painting the frame of those parking lights to match the headlights…..

@MCOult 12 дней назад

An Important Point: Before starting this unit IT MUST BE GROUNDED. In most jurisdictions, an 8' long grounding rod is required, buried. Failure to ground this unit can result in serious injury or death from electrocution.