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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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.
Enjoy!
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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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Just bought one of these for 577 bucks at their yard sale.
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.
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.
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.)
Use locknuts on the wheels
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 👍😁
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.
7:45 mine is 30. I bought a recliner chair and used the box 📦 to put it on the generator it's actually very quiet now 🫠.
Does Harbor Freight sell "dual fuel" propane/gasoline generators?
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.
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).
Always love the quality with 1Road!
You should have bought the wheel kit with that $155 you got back…. LOL, love your videos
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.
Why not add two more wheels so you can easily roll it around.
Hockey pucks instead of the wood
Am I the only one that thinks he looks like Steven Keaton off family ties? Love the videos!!
Nice upgrade from the other one Jimmy..
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
Cant beat the radio shack brand… old school baby!
Should have spent this 21 minutes painting the frame of those parking lights to match the headlights…..
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.
Hope you are able to get ethanol free gas where you live in Tennessee one road
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.