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Pro-tip... take a piece of plywood have it cut in half making two 4x4 pieces. Lean them together over the top of the generator in an A frame style. Make sure the exhaust is directly blowing out one side. Cuts the generator noise in half or more.
I do this while deer hunting in east Texas. Keeps the noise pollution way way down.
That's interesting, I was just thinking of ways to stealth out the noise and was thinking more extremem but good to hear just plywood can baffle the noise somewhat effectively.
P.S. they can smell plywood, propane, Oprah, Texans from a surprising distance too. Meant nicely
What the hell do you need a generator for while hunting???
Here I am watching this when I have a motorhome with a diesel generator just shows how informative his videos are.
Sweet little generator. Love all the accessories also. Thanks for sharing JD.
Just bought one of these generators due to losing power from the recent tornado outbreak here in Michigan last Thursday (August 24th 2023). We had our fridge, some fans, Internet/cable boxes, 2 TV's, my computer, and some other stuff hooked up to it. We got 26 hours on gasoline (2 fill ups totaling 3.6 gallons) and 17 hours constant on a 20 pound propane tank (4.6 gallons) for a total of 43 hours of runtime. These seem considerably more efficient than our old open frame regular generator that would go through a 4ish gallon tank in 12.
I purchased a Firman W3300i back around February. It is the non dual fuel version of this one. I am very happy with it so far! I can run the A/C in my RV, along with most of the small stuff. It won't run the A/C and microwave at the same time though, which is fine with me. I lucked up and found one discontinued at Bass Pro for $599, and was able to grab the last one. Keep us posted on the long term with this one!
Great video. I was sitting on the fence and you have pushed me over so I will be getting this unit. Loved your vid.
This is what I have been looking for. A dual fuel generator inverter that comes in a compact design. Looking forward to using it this year at the campground. Thanks for your review.
Just picked it up tonight, and gave it a good once over to get familiar with everything, and I am impressed on the construction of the unit. Can't wait until I fire this puppy up.
George Reigle Did you get the electric start? Lowe’s has one with no electric starter for $849. Dual fuel model. Not sure I need it, they seem to start very easily with the recoil.
i just bought this ,i live in Canada,with tax $839.00 looking forward to this,bought from Costco,thanks for the review
That truck looks like its some kind of badass transformer waiting to jump into action!
Now that is impressive!
This is the review I’ve been waiting for! I’m especially interested in the propane ability.
Since I run a Diesel tow vehicle, and run propane on the Trailer. It would be really nice to not have another kind of fuel to carry around.
Just got mine from Costco. So excited to test it in my motorhome! (the OE is kaput).
Great video and initiative to show the generator. Keep it going... Some suggestions... For noise, the generator and your voice are all being adjusted by your camera automatic audio level control. You should hold a < $100 digital sound level meter in the frame as you walk away. For comparison, most stationary home generators have a noise spec at 25'. For instance, 65 dBA at 25'. When you powered up the A/C and microwave, the propane line covered up the meter on the generator panel. Really need to see a number like WATTS / current / voltage delivered. The generator sounded like it was seriously struggling and it's speed was unstable. Viewer of video has no confidence that all is well. The answers are always in the numbers. What is "quiet" (dBA at 25'). Stable operation of the A/C means showing 1500W at 120V 60Hz. Adding the uW, then we have 2500W with 120V and 60Hz to prove all is well. Lastly... is there an OIL filter on this little machine? Oil change intervals are super critical without an oil filter. See comments online about the "break in" period.
great review ordered this inverter generator yesterday ty
Thanks for the info
Definitely going to look into one of these for my trailer
I bought that exact generator from Costco for 200 off! Love it.
I just bought one at Costco for $699!
I got one for $599
This was very helpful. Thank you.
Firman are actually known to be noisy vs. a Champion or Honda or others, so this is kinda surprising. Sure sounds o.k. and they are certainly good quality, durable and popular. Even with how noisy Firman are compared to those other very quiet brands, this isn't as bad as a smaller sized and wattage Pulsar dual fuel, which in one guy's video was quite noisy and noisier than this Firman for sure. It was drowning out his voice, and the only escape was into the trailer and you could still hear it and that's just a 2200 watt one. Love the styling on this one, it's sharp looking.
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Great video... just purchased one after watching this video. Costco has it for under $800.00 before taxes. Thanks for sharing Sir!
How do you like your new generator?
Costco only has the smaller 3200 watt unit, not the one in this video. When on propane it would be less wattage. I doubt that one would run the RV AC. If so it certainly wouldn't be able to run anything else.
maxum3300 must only be certain locations that have them. The one near me has the 7500 running watts for 699.99. Houston, TX.
I like your videos. Keep up the good work
The best for me Genarator, good quality 👌 I like it
Thanks for the review! Costco has this on sale for $629.
599 now
Split the high pressure regulator off the demand regulator and use a 20 ft hose extension to run it off the bbq port on your rv. Works a treat.
@creepycharlie, can you elaborate? I’m looking to do exactly that. My Firman still hasn’t arrived, but I assume the extension hose will need a male flare fitting and then connect to the demand regulator(blue one)?
Nice unit.. Thanks!
I’ve looked at getting one of these. It’s an awesome setup. Just wish they could make a natural gas hookup to use at home if the power goes out. You could at least keep the most necessary appliances running.
Methane has lower energy than propane. You could Gerry rig something but it wouldn't be worth it. The maximum watts would be a lot lower than propane watts.
Look into the propane tri fuel conversion kits. I installed one on my new 22000 watt Honda. It runs on gasoline, propane or natural gas. It's the Hutch Mountain Kit alot nicer than the other conversion kit I installed.
Works great just as it should
Awesome. Thank you!
Good Video 5*.I like to have 3 power sources. I think in terms of backups. stuff happens.
JD, are you familiar with the Easy Start 364? It lowers the starting amperage on AC units so you can use a smaller genset. I run my AC on a 2kW Yamaha.
Hey, you gonna have any giveaways for any of that stuff? I can sure use a cover for my Firman😊. Anyways, cool video as always and thank you for taking the time to share it.👍
Believe it or not I just got this generator at a garage sale why we used going to use it for my 17 MKE. Pretty quiet as the way generators go.
If it was in a vented case or box similar to where they put generator on Rv you would barely hear it.
Hey there. I heard you read out "12.5"V. Are you sure it didn't read 125 volts AC or is there some kind of toggle from AC/DC output on the display?
thank you for the info.
Nice unit great price
I love my firman remote start inverter generator! Why have they not caught on? Quality and price of the unit is fantastic!
Randy i’m about to buy a fifth wheel and considering about buying an on board generator for it what do you think about those Furmans if I bought two of them with the twinning kit to be able to use 50 A have you had any problems with yours
@@georgehuerta1990 you can parallel any two inverter generators together. even of different brands I've seen it done on CZcams. But you have to make what is called a Deadman's plug. You have to be careful using that plug someone could put a switches in the middle of the plugs to cut the power off when using this cord. But you would always have to cut the switches off before you disconnect the two plugs. The firman generator might run both of your air conditioners with the soft start Easy Airs on them. And the easy Air soft start shop is very knowledgeable. The easy air was about 330.00 for each ac.
I noticed the propane tank was between you and the generator when you walked to the side. Anything between the generator and you will divert the noise. That said, it's still quite.
It's a bit disappointing to only get 3-4 hours out of a propane tank, but it's a good feature to have just in case you run out of fuel, but you get a lot more pound for pound out of a canister of gasoline.
LPG is a cleaner burning fuel and will allow the motor to last longer with proper maintenance. Not sure what the cost per hour would be as the fuels fluctuate from place to place so much.
How about if the microwave was running then the AC turned on?
It looked like it went into overload when you turned on the microwave? The middle light was flashing when you turned on the microwave. The video didnt show the microwave running. Did it actually run with the AC on?
So Costco sells a Firman labeled WH3200ie. Rated at 3200W start, 2900W running. Same size (171cc) engine, so I wonder what the difference can be? Will that make the difference running the air conditioner?
How heavy is it? So far, the lightest i have seen was Boliy generator at ~75lbs for similar capacity. But it didnt have propane. I love the idea of propane to fuel generators.
AWESOME, can't wait until the composite see through propane tanks are the same price as the dumb old fashioned metal ones.
Don't know if you noticed but the generator went into overload when the microwave was turned on.
I noticed it. In fact I just commented before I saw your comment.
Well he was running a 15,000 BTU AC and a 1000 watt microwave. If he was running on propane he was probably close to the 2600 watts
JD, I went on your link to the generator shown in the video. However, the separate blue propane regulator device, shown coupled to the LP tank in the video, is not listed as one of the accessories that come with the generator. What’s up with that? Thanks.
ditto....
thanks for this video i'm going put one in my rv. & was not sure how loud it was but now going buy one. do you know if there a way i can hook to the onboard propane tank ?.
Great RV Info. Can you please provide some info on the propane tank regulator housing. Have never seen this type of thing before, at least not here in central Canada. Thanks, Stephen
Does this unit come with the hose/regulator assy.?
Looks like a good deal! Are there any similar generators that run on diesel? My truck is diesel so I don’t mind carrying an extra can of diesel but no reason to carry extra gas too
Sounds good. Any idea on the decibels? Will it disturb the neighbors at night? How many hours vwill it run on one full tank of gas vs propane? Okay you answered my question regarding the running time for gas and propane. I asked to soon.
Nice review. The only thing missing is a remote start and that would make it perfect.
Mike Ortino they do have a remote for these.
@@akbychoice They have a remote start on a gasoline only model but I do not find a remote start in a dual fuel model. Westinghouse however does offer a dual fuel with remote in the iGen series.
Bruce H yes, you are correct. The firman brand has dual fuel not remote start and the E-trailer models are not a dual fuel.
Missed details such as true running time,yellow caution light for overload and usability on LP.
Are you aware that you linked to the recoil start version of the generator? I would hate for someone to order it and be surprised when they received it.
Be interest in your storage unit. See you have your own power meter do you pay a flat rate and electricity too?
So...wasn't completely clear - can you run gasoline and when out it will go automatically to propane? Or you still need to change over?
Does it have remote start? Does your AC have the Micro-Air Easystart capacitor?
Not sure about remote start, I don"t think so. No micro air easy starts installed, or he would easily be running both AC"s with 3000 watts. Guys are running both roof top AC"s with the Honda 2200 with the easy start micro airs. And pretty sure some are even running propane! RV roof top AC"s come in 13,500 or 15,000 BTU. Check out micro air easy start pages and pages of great reviews. And what some are running on the little portable Honda"s is light weight, impressive and more fuel efficient. Honda is a pretty good brand.
When running of propane only is there any maintenance?
Would this be a good deal for a house? For a power outage situation or should I go bigger like a champion
The overload light was coming on when you turned on the Microwave.
There are good aps for measuring sound levels using your cell phone.
I'd probably get an extra propane tank just in case I need to cook something later on
you can never have to many. I run \with 4 :)
I opted to get the gas powered version due to the amount of propane I'd use to get the same energy as gasoline. One propane tank (20 lbs) lasting 4 hours compared to 20 liters of gas lasing 15 hours. To use propane one would have to bring many more or much larger propane bottles.
Now if you would only use a generator for power outages and a small amount a year would running propane only make the generator for the most part maintenance free and last longer
It will never be maintained free. You will still get carbon deposits in your oil from running propane, but not as much. This will mean you will have a bigger window between oil changes. I intend to but this generator as it ticks all the boxes I want. And it is priced really good.
Tom Hill Hey Tom. Have you bought one yet? I have been looking for the Westinghouse 4500 dual fuel, but they are sold out. I kinda like the Firman better than the Champion, because of the hour meter. Let me know what you come up with. JC
Have you tested the dual-fuel Sportsman? It’s 3500w and like half the price!
Can it run of bio gas
Have any idea why an electric regulator is better than a standard regulator?
Great video how much run time do you average on a normal load from one tank of propane?
I'm currently running this test on a 20lb tank ice fishing on lake of the woods on the boarder of Canada and Minnesota. Should have results within a couple days.
@@theirrigationdude I am just curious of you happened to get the runtime results on propane.
@@theirrigationdude did you happen to get the results?
Comparable Champion Dual Fuel can be gotten for $850 (or less) and Champion has EXCELLENT Customer Support. Think I'll stick with my Champion!
They are both great brands. They also sell for roughly the same depending on where you buy them. Plus, if you already have the champion, why would you buy another in the first place?
Show me where you can buy a comparable dual fuel Champion for $850 or less and I'll buy it right now. The Champion 100264 is the closest in comparison to this Firman and it's $1299.
@@maxum3300 C O S t C0 has it now for $849.99 (regular price) w free shipping. Champion Dual Fuel 2800w running, 3100w peak on gas. 2520w/2800w on propane. 4.6/5 stars from 153 reviews. I have the Firman that's being reviewed above.
Thanks for your nice video. Can you connect this generator to house natural gas?
can you hook it up to rv qd port
Where is this available? We live in CA. How much LP does it use.
I got this same machine needed a pull cord tried to swap it now the idle switch doesn't work not sure why.
What about using an addition or external gas tank.
So, to try and help people decide on what might be a good generator for them, I have a H07552 Firman Generator which is their big dual fuel 9,400 starting watts generator. I live full time in my fifth wheel and this is my first generator. But, I picked it up at Costco for $500 on sale, I think it's normally $700 there. Being it's summer time and even in Montana it gets hot the past couple weeks I've been running it 15-16 hours a day straight during the work week, and when I say straight I mean straight I don't even shut it off to refuel I just pour more gas in it (Probably not safe, but ohwell) and even being 98 degrees outside it's never shut off or died on me yet (knock on wood). I've had it for about 2 months now, maybe 2 1/2 months and I've put 630+ hours on it so far and it keeps climbing everyday. I haven't done anything to it but give it gas and use Amsoil small engine oil every 100 hours like it recommends to do.
Now, my only complaints is it wont run both my 13,500 BTU ac's. Which maybe I'm asking too much for it to do that but I use the 50 amp plug on the generator into my fifth wheel so it should have plenty of 'cordage' to send that amount of power. Although, the previous owner installed a Surge Protector in the camper and I'm wondering if when the 2nd ac kicks on if the generator is trying to send too much power (spiking) and tripping the surge protector. Because when it 'trips' the power the generator is still running and everything but the power gets cut off until the surge protector turns back on. So I'm not sure what's up with that, maybe I need a bypass setup for the larger breakers that the AC's run on and then use the surge protector for the plugs ins and lights so they can run electronics like my computer and Tv's. Anyway, I'm getting off topic. It seems to run pretty good and just keeps going. If anyone in the future from now (Do you have flying cars yet? That'd be cool) want to drop a response I'll update how many hours are on the generator and if there's been any other issues. I put 200-300 hours on it a month so far so it's going to keep climbing until it just blows up on me. I just hope it runs for like 5k hours and then I can write a really nice review for Firman and they send me a free one to 'test out' (hey JD, get me a sponsorship will you? lol). If someone wants to sponsor my fuel costs too that'd be great and I'd run it 24 hours a day if you did that and we'd see how long it goes for lol. Anyway, hopefully this helps someone decide what generator they want, if you have any questions let me know and I'll try to answer them.
Hi, I'm debating between two Firman dual fuel models. The 7552 and 3651 pretty much the same but the 3651 has gas starting watts 4550 and running watts 3650. On LP 4100 starting and 3300 running watts. I have a RV with 30amp service with one 13,500btu a/c. I'd like to be able to run microwave and a/c at the same time. Which model do you suggest?
@@thomasgriffith3747 Honestly, you might need something bigger than a 3.6/4.5k watt generator if you want to run a microwave and AC at the same time. Depends on the size of the microwave. But either way it's not really a bad to just shut the AC off for a couple minutes while the Microwave is running, because you probably won't use it for a more than a couple minutes at a time I would expect, that's what I have to do with my AC and Microwave else I risk tripping the power and then I have to wait a couple minutes for it to come back on and it's just annoying. But that might be my surge protector installed in the camper, and not the generators fault. The bigger the generator typically the least efficient it will be as far as fuel consumption, so long term if you can save money by sticking with the smaller generator and not running a lot of things at the same time the better, in my opinion.
I think Firman's a good bang for your buck, at least with the generator I got, maybe I just got lucky. But mine's at 1,100 hours now after 5 months or so, maybe 4 months. But I live in Montana and last night it dropped to the low 20's and snowed a couple inches and my generator was outside by the camper off all night and was covered in snow but when I went to start it up in the morning it fired right up no problem. Which it should, because it's still a pretty new generator but it just shows the initial quality is good and I think long term it will hold up. Whatever you get just get quality oil for it, I've ran Amsoil and it's doing good.
I can't say one way or another if the generators you're looking at will run both your AC and Microwave in your specific setup, but I would say the one's you're looking at is probably the smallest you want to go.
@@dedalliance1 yeah, I'm really torn. I can the 7552 for $450 and the 3651 for $325. Somthing else I was trying to understand is which would be more fuel efficient, the larger generator running at 50% load or the smaller generator running at full load?
@@thomasgriffith3747 That's a good question on the load running question. I'd say it's always better to just get the biggest you can afford, because if you think about it this way, lets say this generator last 5 to 10 years for you, by then you might get a bigger camper that needs more power. And also, if you ever lost power at your house you can drag it out and run your fridge and freezer and some small appliances or heaters or something if you needed to. Really, $450's a pretty good deal on a generator, you can't even buy one of that size and functions at Harbor freight for that price.
Wow that"s alot of generator it should run both AC"s after the easy start micro air unit or units. And when installed after AC running AC doesn"t make the big thud noise when AC compressor kicks in. Get the micro air easy start on one ac or both. I watched them installed on a RV rooftop AC running a 2000 watt Honda on propane. I"m off grid too I keep smaller generators run longer and burn less fuel. Read my comments above under Ze Dee or John Smith. Can always parallel two small inverter generators. What is better than one generator? Two generators.
If you had to lug it inside a SUV, just having the propane is a big plus. Overall seems like a decent unit at a pretty good price. I wonder how it will stand up over time/
Saw you walking next to that Open Range and thought maybe you trade up to one like ours 🆙🤭🥴. Seriously another nice review. What is the height of this unit ? I have a “Retrax” cover and at my age or lack of strength I would like to keep it in the bed. Thanks again. 🆙🤪
Do you have a soft start AC adaptor on your unit?
I'm not all the way sure. but I don't think he does with that larger generator just running one air conditioner. A honda 2000 will run one 15,000 btu rv ac on the soft start micro air. And one guy on the micro AIR website says he run his 2000 Honda I think it was on propane running a rooftop air conditioner. Microair easystart has pages in Pages full of overall excellent reviews and pretty impressive results.
Most small engine manufacturers recommend using the slightly more energetic non-ethanol gasoline, are the power numbers dependent on the kind of gas used? An advantage you did not mention for dual fuel is for those in the hurricane belt it is often easier to get propane tanks with a storm approaching, after it hits, and they offer a safer, easier long term storage option than plastic jugs of gas.
That would work for small things like a tv and lights. And you are right, gas is a huge pain in the butt with a storm approaching. But I can plug my DeWalt 7000w generator into my dryer outlet and pretty much run my entire house. Including my central air. Worked great after the last hurricane
@@rgaddy9820 yeah but backloading a house circuit can be really dangerous for the guy up the pole outside your house, current flows both ways. 3000 watts should be able to run a window AC or a refrigerator but not both.
@@Adiscretefirm
Not dangerous at all if you have enough common sense to turn the main off.
@@rgaddy9820 still illegal most places without an interlock installed.
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Not illegal here in hurricane alley.
Happy to say I just got this generator and will order and install a high altitude carburetor jet because I live at about 5450 ft. elevation but camp mostly above 6000 where I'll be using this generator most or all of the time. It appears that Firman no longer has instructions online to install and replace the stock jet.
Two questions - one easy, two are a bit convoluted;
1. Any links to instructional/tutorials to do this replacement install? I'm guessing and hoping it's not too difficult.
2. Firman has two jets available - one for 3000-6000 elevation and the other for above 6000. Which jet do I go with?? Both??
3. Is it practical to switch out the jets as needed? Or do I just live with the one for 3000-6000 ft. elevation and put up w/ less performance while camping at the higher elevations?
Use easy start micro air on RV roof top AC. And run propane no jet needed
How about a 8 hour run an see if it can handle the load that long
Never leave your gas in this generator over the winter months like i did big trouble to cleaning old yellow gas out , will only work with sea foam cleaner.
How long does it run on a full tank of gas and lp?...nevermind lol I watched the rest of the video.
Would you consider this superior to the already tried and true Champion dual fuel. They seem almost identical in form factor and output, but the Firman has a power display. Does it have an hour display as well?
Yes it has both displays. The Firman is everybit a equal competitor to the Champion. I have several champion Generators as well.
@@BigTruckBigRV Thanks for the feedback. The Champion is probably still the better deal then. Even with the lack of display, the Champion ships from Amazon on Prime (free for me), and is priced almost identically.
@@LordFalconsword I'll say this. I have a Firman H07552 I think like 9,400 starting watts on gas and 8750 running and 6750 running on propane, or something like that. I got it at Costco when it was onsale for $500, normally $700 I believe. I live full time in my Fifth wheel so I use it everyday and have had it for almost 2 months now but I've already racked up 630 hours on it so far and it's still going and the only thing I've done to it is change the oil, I do need to check the spark plugs though lol. I'm kind of disappointed in the performance though, being such a large generator I'd expect it to run both of my 13,500 BTU ac's but it'll only run 1 of them at a time. And sometimes you can run the AC and the Microwave and Fridge and light and my desktop at the same time, but the microwave will sometimes set it off and I lose power. Now, I'm not sure if it's the Generators fault or if it's my surge protector not liking the generators power output. The guy who I bought my fifth wheel from put in this surge protector to protect the camper (obviously) but maybe for some reason when something kicks on the generator surges too much power and that trips the surge protector? It's never happened on shore power though, or maybe I just got a sensitive generator.
But the main point was, I've put 630 hours on the generator so far will no real issues, and I've ran it 15-16 hours straight everyday in high 90's temps for like 2 weeks now and it's not once overheated or shut off. I wanted the Champion one though like you, the big 9k watt one from Costco but they didn't carry it at the Costco I went to so I had to get the Firman one, but so far I really can't complain, it may not power everything but it seems to keep running and that's the most important part.
@@LordFalconsword there is another CZcamsr that has reviewed this generator and has worked a deal with Firman to get their followers a 25% discount when purchased directly from Firman.
@@LordFalconsword I got mine delivered from home depot for free.
Why does it need that extra solenoid cable that other propane generators don't use? Seems proprietary.
I’m sure firman is good, but I like my Honda and I’m pretty sure it much quieter. Quiet comes at a price though.
And it doesn't run on propane :/
Chad Smith yep no propane......that’s a downside
My 2200 watt new generator runs on gasoline, propane and natural gas. It's the Hutch Mountain Kit. I also installed another fuel conversion kit on my 25+ years old 1850 watt Coleman portable generator. The Hutch Mtn kit is overall very nice but Honda only. Thoughly maintaince and tune up your generator and it will last alot longer.
What type of trailer would you recommend for someone like me who is 6'8"
Look at toy hauler travel trailers. They generally have very tall ceilings.
I am also 6'8" tall and we purchased a Jayco Pinnacle 5th wheel. Jayco had the only product lines that were tall enough in the upstairs portion of the trailer. We shopped at both the Tampa and Hershey RV shows viewing as many manufacturers as possible. Some travel trailers, Jayco and others, have ceilings over 7 feet which is required if you want to fit into the shower.
Can I run it in the back if my truck so it's easy fir me to haul
I bought a Chinese brand propane only 4000W from Home Depot.
Runs the AC no problem and quiet.
About $350.
D Tomko is it an inverter generator?
VegasGuy1975
No. Just a generator. I didn’t need the inverter and I always say the less complicated the less that can go wrong.
VegasGuy1975
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This is a 4 stroke listed at less than 68 dB.
It is very quiet and runs the AC without bogging down at all. We use a ton of these on the RR for signal backup power and so far they are doing just fine. I’m happy with my personal one.
The ac & microwave did over power the generator. You could clearly see the yellow flashing overload light.
Mine won't star. Tried everything, turns over , but no start. I guess I will call Firman, but back to Costco it goes. I will buy another one and try it, just got a bad one I guess.
Did it come with that regulator?
Yep
Does it have an hour meter?
Yes it has an hour run time meter.
Cool if they sent that to you to try. If not what made you seek out Firman?
I first used Firman Generators with etrailer and really liked their performance, especially when running 2 of them with a parallel kit. This is a new model that Firman asked me to evaluate. I've never talked positively about a product I didn't feel deserved it. I wasn't paid or encouraged to say anything.
@@BigTruckBigRV wish they would send me to try out. Lol.
It's always a painful decision choosing a generator. When camping you would probably want to run AC and the fridge. Should have kicked in the fridge rather than the microwave. The new fridges are automatic. There is no gas/elecrtic selector. You may need a generator that will run fridge and AC for the new trailers. Pesonally we have 2x Honda 2200i
@Mad Max one of the reasons we chose Honda. Quality
My trailer is a 2018 and my fridge has a selector switch that I can switch between propane or electric. For those that don't all you have to do to force it to propane is unplug it.
How much does it weigh? I must have missed that detail.
I saw somewhere that it weighed 90 lbs. Don’t hold me to that, could be wrong. I believe I could shlep one into the truck bed.
Nice but a bit loud
You should look into solar the prices have drop the last few year
Solar is great but a competitive system would require batteries as well as many other components. It would have easily been in the $6k range
@@BigTruckBigRV for an rv your size you are right it more of a full time living thing then it would be a good idea
I bought a Champion Dual Fuel Generator from Sam's.. $299.00 Champion Power Equipment 3500W / 4375W Dual-Fuel Generator... Best bang for the buck.... and I didn't get it for free, and nobody paid me to tell you this..
Lol. So many assumptions my friend. Yes, the Sam's club open frame dual fuel non inverter or pure sinewave, generator from Sam's club is a good value. Even though Firman provided me the generator for evaluation, I was not paid a penny for the review nor was I asked or would I say anything I didn't mean.
I bought the Firman H07552 9,400 Watt generator from Costco (The non trashy version of Sams Club) And I live in my fifth wheel full time, I've had it for about 2 months now, I run it 15-16 hours a day straight every week day in temps pushing high 90s with no problems overheating or shutting off, paid $500 for it and have put 630 hours on it so far doing nothing but changing the oil with Amsoil. And I didn't get it for free, and nobody paid me to tell you this... but I did anyway just for fun.
@@BigTruckBigRV I also own a 3100-Watt Wireless Start Inverter Generator.. also by Champion... Paid almost 900 bucks from Home Depot back a couple of years ago... Gas only but a very quiet "RV" generator.. (powers my little house in Hurricane status}.. .. I pick my gensets and my battles.. My 1978 GMC Motorhome came with a Onan 6000 RV generator..(starts every time).. .. . Could run your 5th wheel w/ 2 air-conditioners etc. and the micro... I have since found a used takeout very low hr Cummins /Onan 5500 QC/ evap (2 cylinder) That I may upgrade too.. I am really looking for a Honda water cooled unit... Those are the Best they say...
@@dedalliance1 Nice.... That's why we are all here.. comparing notes...
How do you like that Sams Club generator? Is it loud? I purchased one a couple weeks ago when hurricane Dorian was making its way up the east coast. My trailer was in its path in Va Beach. We had plans that weekend to go to Va Beach so with the storm coming I picked up this generator as I couldn't find anything else as the storm was approaching. We went down early not knowing what to expect and picked the trailer up and moved inland just out of reach for the storm then returned the next day once the storm had passed. The power was out when we arrived but by the time we got the trailer set up the power was back on and we didn't need the generator. Since it wasn't exactly what I wanted and I hadn't opened it yet I took it back. I definetly want a dual fuel generator though. Leaning towards the Westinghouse igen4500df. It's about the same, maybe a little less than this Firman but has more than enough power to run the AC fridge and microwave simultaneously.
How well made are they, and how much does it weigh? I am a disabled man who walks on crutches and I only have 1 leg, would I be able to lift it into the back of my truck?
Unlikely. It is around 80lbs or more