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Powerhorse 4500 Inverter Generator
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- Опубліковано 18 лют 2022
- #ilovervlife #InverterGenerator #PowerhorseGenerator The Northern Tool Powerhorse 4500 Watt Inverter Generator is perfect for our off grid RV power needs. Plenty of clean AC power, quite and fuel efficient. The Powerhorse 4500 Watt Inverter Generator as the name implies has a surge capacity of 4500 watts with a normal run time of 3500 watts. This wattage was important to ensure we could run at least one air conditioner, the battery charger, a TV, the MoFi 4500, and the residential refrigerator at the same time.
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I would recommend you get a magnetic dipstick to help collect any metal as the engine runs. Search for magnetic dipstick for predator 3500, I'm pretty sure your generator is from the same factory as the predator. Congratulations on the new Montana!
Thanks. Definitely the next purchase.
We purchased one of these a couple months ago. We love this thing. Your experiences with it are the same we have experienced. Tv, both fireplaces, fridge and two of the 3 ac units ran well with no problems. While inside our 5th wheel I really have to listen to hear the unit running. Great unit.
It really surprised me. When that second AC came on without a hitch I couldn’t believe it. Just purred..
That's a nice generator. We bought the champion 4500 electric start. I'm going to mount mine in the bed of my pickup truck I am getting a magnetic dipstiick and a cover. I live in north east Ohio so I get all four seasons. I just changed the oil first time after 6 hours and I put in mobile 1 full synthetic.
Working great. Have in the back of the truck for now. Project in the plans for a more permanent set up. Should have a video soon.
Congratulations on the purchase. We just bought a Predator 3500 for our 30 amp and it's awesome. These two machines have to be made by the same manufacturer, because so much of yours is exactly like ours. I think you're gonna really like having it with you.
They do look similar. Maybe a few changes in the inverter and a few of the electronics to get the 4500 watt surge.
I also have a predator. . Its uncanny how very similar it is. I've had my predator 3500 for about 3 years now and love it.
I believe predator came out with a 4500 also recently
They do look similar. Harbor Freight had a 4400 watt in an open frame. Their recent offer in the quite, inverter style is the new 9500. Price is competitive, but was larger and much heavier that we needed.
For it to run both ac’s is amazing based on the generator videos I’ve watched in the past.
It was topped out, but ran. Don’t think I could have done this with my previous Dometics. These are Coleman Mach ACs. Start is much softer.
Great choice Jerry, in the generator you choose. It's going to be worth every dollar spent, so you and Joan get to do more boondock excursions! Great information in this video! I really enjoy your honest opinion on products shared in all your videos and blogs Jerry and Joan. Makes watching your channel so enjoyable!! As always... Blessings to all the "J's". Hopefully, we'll see y'all out there soon.
Todd & Dorothy
Thanks Todd. Sometimes, things we purchase for RV life don’t perform as expected. Always happy to share what works.
Great Video Jerry. I missed your video on the introduction to the Montana. I see it posted so I need to go watch it rich now. I don't know how I missed it. If you are driving into snow please come to Canada.. LOL I wish I could post a picture. It is snowing like crazy where I live right now and personally I think we already received enough for this week. My husband appreciated your generator. One of these days we will see you on the trails. Enjoy the snow Joan!
Thanks Phyllis. Jerry’s rule for snow: “It’s a great thing to visit, then hook up and head for warmer weather!” I’ll park in the snow, but don’t think I want to tow in it. Hope the generator video was helpful. Looks like this is going to be perfect for our needs, plus the price difference compared to the on-board is substantial. We too hope to see you in our travels. Jerry…. So fun to see a little snow. Pretty seeing in the morning. But, it melts quick here. Joan….
Good stuff Jerry. We bought the Preditor 3500, and just basically cycled the oil 3 times. Kind of wish we bought something bigger, but we will see how it goes.
Keep up the great content, really enjoy it!
Thanks a bunch. We looked at the Preditor 3500. This has a similar motor, but the inverter is a little stouter. Will give updates on use throughout the year.
I got a friends and family 25% coupon from Northern. I used it on one of these gen/inverters. Love it.
Our has worked well. Bargain at 25% off!
My wife wanted snow. We found it Jan 3 this year in Trenton, GA on her birthday!!
And we were in Florida when that happened. Go figure 😏
I got mine for $799 plus a $100 gift card today. Wow, I almost bought a 3500 Predator last week but luckily they were out of stock. This one came with a 2 year warranty vs 90 days for the Predator.
These are good units and great customer service at Northern Tool. I bought a one year replacement insurance. Thank goodness. The strap broke Caming back from Virginia and I busted the case. Replaced with a new generator no questions asked no cost.
@@iLoveRVlife I noticed a sign at the register stating they would no longer perform maintenance/warranty work on these and offered a phone number to call. I bought mine in Grand Prairie, Texas which is near Dallas.
With the replacement insurance the just gave me a new one.
We have the Predator 3500 and we leave it in the truck with the tailgate closed when we run it. It helps keeps what little noise it makes down.
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Very nice video, we are doing our homework on generators now also! Thank you!
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Congrats on the new Montana I know you will enjoy it. I see you still love those blue O.R. towels, they do come in handy when working around the RV and truck. That generator is great I wish I had one for our RV. Did I see a new fuel tank in the bed of the truck? you will never regret having the extra fuel capacity on board. Mine is 60 gals and I wish I had gotten the 90 gal one.
Thanks John. Appreciate those OR towels. Still recycling them. Installing the fuel tank next. It’s 55 gal. Largest I could find and fit under the cover. It’s going to be a game changer.
Looks like a great generator, maybe you can look at a pull tray in your rv generator compartment that you can slide it out when in use and slide in when you're done with it and never have to load and unload plus it would be out of the wheather. Enjoy the snow ❄.
Thanks. You’ve read our upcoming video production list. It will be installed in a couple weeks. Interesting twist on build. Video in a few weeks. We’ve got a little snow twice. Maybe one more dusting before we head back south. Brrrr. Going to be 18 F in the morning.
I have a champion 3500 which is about the same size as yours. I also keep it in the back of the pickup with the same cover also. What I did was purchase a muffler extension with the aircraft exhaust hose which I point out of the back of the truck. This helps keep the heat and fumes out of the bed. Even if I take it out and put it CHAINED to the rear bumper on the trailer I can use that hose and point it in the direction I want. There was a video on youtube that had the extension/hose kit. You can purchase different lengths of hose for your needs.
Great tip. Good tip.
Great video! Looking forward to the snow.
Joan got about an inch of snow first day and a dusting yesterday. One more change before we leave. Happy Joani.
Looks just like the Predator 3500 with extra 1000 W. Nice!
I had to install a soft start unit on my a/c & love it! There are a few mods you might want to look at. Spark arrestor & air filter. A better spark plug too.
Thanks Danny. The Powerhorse comes with the spark arrestor installed so it’s Cali compliant. Didn’t show in the video, but also has a good quality air filter. We looked at the Predator and it was a second choice. For a few dollars more, the extra wattage and a few small upgrades for just a few dollars more.
@@iLoveRVlife yes, the spark arrestor is what causes problems. Clean it often (25 hrs) or remove completely if it’s not needed. It had a tendency to clog up with carbon, then it won’t run or runs poorly.
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Great video as always. Safe travels.
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Thanks for the great review. Might have to look into this when we get our new rig in a few months.
Glad to help.
Thank you I looking for Generator for my Montana . God Bless
One more project for the generator in a few weeks. As soon as completed, I’ll share the video. Think you’ll find this upgrade interesting.
Lol...aren't we sophisticated "Executive Decision" j/k looks nice Jerry.
Haha. My past corporate life shows up. Little bit of Neal in all of them 😉
I've run mine in the rain with no problems.
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It will likely not power both a/c's and the fridge in the dead of summer, as they draw max load when it's 100 degrees out. Much easier to get rid of heat from a warm place to a cold place. Hard to move heat it from a cool place to a hot place. Definitely get a metal dipstick for it, and do your first oil change after 1 hour of loaded run time. I have two of the Powerhorse 2300i's and they have been fantastic.
Thanks Will. Getting the magnetic dip stick on the next Harbor Freight visit. We’ll see on the AC. Doubt we’ll have the need to run 2, but other comments have shared they’re able to run 2 in the summer. Break oil change done. So far, so good.
@@iLoveRVlife it all depends what brand and size A/C's they are. Mine is a Coleman 15k without a soft start, and I can run just it, and 12v lights on one of my 2300's, but she's just short of maxed out. In 90* temps my a/c draws about 13A . With both in parallel (3600 running watts) I can run the whole house, just gotta cut off the water heater to use the microwave.
These are Coleman Machs too. Big step up from the noisy Dometics we had.
Good to hear. Awesome news. Better get packing.
Thanks. Out and about! Video soon.
When you go camping in cold weather the ice maker water line may not be heated. My water line to ice maker line starts under sink goes to the rear of driver side slide and backup to refrig. It is not in a heated area. You may want to check your water line location. There is a valve so you can isolate and drain.
We ran into that this morning.
Why didn’t you buy a dual fuel generator?
Thought about it. Couldn’t find a dual fuel 4500 closed frame inverter generator in my price range.
Thanks. My wife and I love your videos.
Buy it on sale. Right now, it's $799, normally $999.
Bargain!
Important tip, remove the spark arrestor and screen, they will clog with carbon deposits by 100hrs and choke it out.
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I would check to see if you need a ground bonding plug.
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What kind of fuel consumption are you getting running everything?
It varies quite a bit depending on outside temps. 10 to 14 hours on a tank.
I rewired the kill switch so I can drain the fule prior to storage. 1400 hrs only a dead battery after 4 years.
Can’t beat that. Good tip.
I was thinking when you use 50 to 30 amp plug you only can only one side of the 50 amp service to rv .
Hi Gene. Not so with the correct adapter. The one shown in the video combines the 30 amp feed on both the L1 and L2 50 amp cord. Works perfect with good load management. Proof was both ACs running. One is on L1 and the other is on the L2 leg. If you need this adapter, we have it listed on our iLoveRVlife.com/RVs-accessories/ page.
New subscriber here! Love your videos, so informative!!! Will this generator charge your batteries while it is running?
Thanks Jim. Great to hear you’re enjoying the channel. It sure will. No different that plugging in at the campground. If the converter/charger senses the batteries need to be charged, the generator will supply power.
What is the max amps you can draw off it for your needs? I know you mentioned 13 or 15 with everything turned on but what is the max amps it is rated at.
30 Amps with 39 at surge.
Where would you camp where there's no electricity tho
Many places. There are so many opportunities from overnight camping to the abundance of BLM land.
What type of oil
I use Honda Power Equipment 10w - 30w oil.
HI Jerry, How is this generator working out for you. I'm starting to shop for one. I was thinking about a dual fuel simply because I did not want the gas smell, but if I keep it in the back of the truck I guess it would not be bad. Just looking for some input and how you are liking yours. Also did you figure out storage? Thanks!
It’s working great. We use non ethanol gas and add a stabilizer. If it was to sit for a period, I just run it dry. I like the duals, but didn’t want to take the wattage loss on propane. Northern had a no questions asked warranty that we purchased. We had it in the back of the truck and the strap slipped off. Hit the breaks and busted it up pretty bad. They gave me a new one in the box. We just returned from 4 months of travel. I’ve designed a sliding tray for the 5th wheel front bay. Should have it built and video early December.
@@iLoveRVlife Thank you so much for the input, looking forward to the sliding tray video!
Go to " Gimpy " youtube channel and look how he mounted his gen in rv .
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Ahhhh, new rv smell. Why isn’t she on the blocks?
So true. Don’t need them anymore. Good reach with the new hydraulics.
Looks like a Preditor copycat. I would put it in the under bay gen compartment and have it wired.
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It’s better to have extra power than to be SHORT on power…….
That should be on a t-shirt Tim.