PREDATOR 2000 WATT INVERTER GENERATOR REVIEW! (Harbor Freight Generator)
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I don’t give reviews or comments easily, but this deserves one thumbs up 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Thanks means a lot!!
This is the best review I've seen on the predator 2000 wat. Thank you and keep us updated.
I know people are questioning about the ground connection so here's my tip: It Should always be grounded but there are times it's not feasible. You can buy a grounding rod from home Depot for fairly cheap. I have put a grounding rod outside of my garage and ran a bare copper wire the generator for grounding. I put the grounding rod completely underground and dug 4 inches down and around the rod. I also put snow melt salt in the hole and filled the hole with rocks. Everytime I use the generator, I take about 1 gallon of water and water the grounding rod like a plant. The water and salt will make the grounding rod more efficient in grounding. It's not required but, I always ground a generator especially if I'm in a wet environment.
Thank you for sharing this Stephan
Thank you for the real world experience with the generator.
Take up the slack on the pull cord before pulling to start the unit or you can damage the recoil unit and or cord.
Thanks for the update! I'll take note! Thanks for watching 👍
When you had trouble starting you very likely had either fuel turn tancid in there, or even more common is condensation in the tank can causes a little bit of water to collect in the tank which can make it very difficult to start after entering the carburetor to remedy that you would drain a little bit of fuel, the water usually comes out first . Or if you feel the gas may have turned rancid, you would probably want to drain and replace it.
Best inverter for the money. I own one. Very reliable, well made, and quiet. Less than half the cost of the Honda eu2000 and very comparable in quality and performance.
I completely agree John! It's amazing the value for money you can get sometimes from Harbor Freight. Thanks for your comment and remember to like and subscribe!
@@48Detailing any updates? Your video is very helpful
Great video. Thank you for posting it.
I found this online:
"12 hours
Power & Run Time
With a fuel capacity of 1 gallon, the 2000 may run for up to 12 hours with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.08 GPH)"
I expect that is under no load.
Yes that is correct!
Great video. Your recommendation for detailing use it what I needed to hear. Hope to purchase this unit tomorrow. Thank you
Hi buddy I bought this one today for my mobile detailing business. I do rinseless and waterless washes. I carry a steamer, air compressor, and ridgid vac.
Im going to start my business and I looking at this. Do you still like yours?
Excellent review , thank you .
Thanks glad you enjoyed!
While I don't have a problem with these generators, people should really consider Westinghouse generators. They are a brand that has been around for decades and they make a quality generator and a great price with good customer support and a great warranty (not 90 days like Harbor Freight).
The Westinghouse WH2200iXLT or iGen2200 are comparable to this.
Thanks for the info Ammo Man! I'm sure that will help out alot of people who may want something else then the harbor freight!
I had the same thing happen where you said you couldn't get it to start for 30 pullss
Excellent video! Thanks for posting.
Thanks for the review good job bud.
I'm trying to decide to either go with a Sine Wave DC to AC inverter or Gas Inverter Generator like yours...Im aware I might need a second battery and consern my factory alternator charging system can keep up.... my purpose is similar to yours detailing and minor tools usage.
If using a respectfully large high amperage battery, and a heavy duty alternator, a 12 volt automotive system can sustain a tremendous amount of load, the reliability would fall on the inverter.
Good video! Very helpful
Nice video good generator
Thank you!
I have this Generator I tryed starting and it wouldnt next day same thing then I tryed run and it started 1pull
when you were going through the overview of the generator you showed where the exhaust location wasn't you warned people not to touch it but right below that is where the air intake is for the unit and that's very important to prevent the proper airflow to the generator
Where do I go to get parts that I need to replace for the predator 2000 inverter
Nice tutorial. Will it be able to power a refrigerator in an emergency? Can you tell us what max that it can power up in future vids? Eg- Coffee maker, small microwave, etc. Thank, Tom
Max starting watts is 2000! Max running watts is 1800! Hope that helps!
It's in the name.
Hello. This might be a stupid question but which outlet would you use for powering a GE refrigerator? 120v?
They’re both the same types of outlets.. either will work
I’m confused so i tried running a Ryobi pressure washer with a 50 ft hose and this generator keeps tripping out on overload. The pressure washer is within working amps (13) and the generator says do not exceed 13.3. Why does it keep tripping?
Perfect 👍🏾 my boi
I'm trying to run a ryobi 1600 psi presure washer and a 4 gallon 5 hp rigid vac. Not together. Im trying to see if this would run this machine
Yup you should be good!
Great video! Good job!
good information. Thanks
If you put a 6 galon canister on the ground, can the generator take gas from there?
What is the OD measurement on the exhaust for an exhaust extension pipe to vent outside?
Generator work great had a job and it doesn’t turn on. What should I do any ideas. Since you mention it didn’t turn on fir you once. Is there any maintenance that I have to do in my part?
Great video!!!
I have a pop up camper… will this generator maintain that easily? Air conditioner and refrigerator involved.
Not 100% as long as the total wattage is under 1800 watts you’ll be set!
Does this run a ryobi 1800 pressure washer?
Is this the "super quiet" 2000 watt generator? Doesn't sound that quiet.
Have you ever heard standard gas generators??? This thing is super quiet lol
Please where can I buy one
I have a 2000 psi ryobi pressure washer that needs right around 1600 watts and a water pump that needs about 150 watts. Would it be able to provide enough power? thanks
Ya you should be good! Runs easy at 1800w
What pressure washer do you use? I believe the one I own has too high of starting wattage for this generator. Starting W's is 2055
Just your regular Ryobi 1500 psi pressure washer!
I want to start mobile detailing and im thinking of getting this generator, do you think this generator would be good to use an electric pressure washer and a small shop vaccum on? Not both at the same time but each one individually
Hello can i run a electric ryoby 1600 preasure washer & a small water pump with with this predator ?
Yes!
I need the answer to this question...my exact same setup... wondered if I needed to go back and get the 3500
What do ypu think about air injection vs airless sprayers?
What type of sprayers are we talking about!?
@@48Detailing regular paint gun sprayer i have a video on my channel and airless paint sprayer to use to pressure rinse the pannel
I've seen alot of guys do that! it's a great idea that works really well, I personally just use the work hydroshot
Just a heads up, they're called screws, not screwdrivers. Screwdrivers are the tool you use to add or remove screws. Screws are the actual piece that goes into the unit. At first I thought you just misspoke, but then you did it 2 more times. Ha. :)
is this a pure sine wave generator no mention in vid
How do you change the oil or clean it up? I'm new to all this & I'm freaking out.
Do you think it would power a ryobi 1700psi pressure washer?
Westinghouse makes one that’s available at Lowe’s Home Depot Amazon etc it’s 2200 starting 1800 running watts cheaper than this and quieter same size
Slick 49 when was that? I’ve never had an issue. With mine. I’ve had a predator and there super loud compared to the Westinghouse
Slick 49 the recall is for the igen 2500. I have the igen 2200
@@lanceg911 you’d say the Westinghouse 2200 is better than this predator 2000? About to return and exchange I think! Save a few bucks and I’ll take quieter. Just
Bought a predator
@@fernandos4231 I had a Predator and it stopped in a few months
Thanks 🙏
What type of oil to put in this Generator please?
Does dis work with 1800 psi pressure washer Hyper tough?
The instructions call for a ground wire. I don't see one.
Do you have an electric pressure washer if so what brand and if you know how much watts is it thanks!
Nice video! can you run a 13 amp pressure washer off this? have you had it that close to maxed out?
I've run my sunjoe spx9000 which is around 13amps no issues so you should be good!
Great review 👏 👌 I just had a quick question..? Which McCullough steamer are you using? Also which vacuum? Looking to do a similar setup but a bit worried about overload with ridgid 14 gal. Thanks. New sub here.
Any of the McCullough steamers will overload the generator with any shop vac. Steamer has to build pressure then turned off prior to turning on vacuum
@@48Detailing great thanks for the tip. Was planning on running them one at a time to avoid any complications.
i heard to changed spark plug with quality spark plug and starting issues go away. Have you changed the spark plug?
Never had starting issues...
How is the generator holding up?
It's doing great! Just finished another week detailing and using the generator!
pretty good with the aid of toothpicks and superglue
@@48Detailing how generator holding up any changes/mods recommand for update?
Still holding up really well! All I’ve done is a spark plug replacement and regular oil changes!
I wear bilateral hearing aids and use headphones to listen to the TV. I could not hear and understand any of the instructions given while the generator was running, I agree that the generator is not particularly loud, but the engine tone and voice tone were to close. The voice was not intelligible most of the time while the generator was running.
nice video I am thinking about buying one for more garage power
I got one on my sailboat. Its great and quite
i bought this generator but haven't tried to use it yet. It says in the manual that it needs to be grounded and i don't have a grounding kit. Doesn't seem like anyone does this though. you also dont have it grounded in the video. thoughts on this?
Yes o believe the manual does recommend it to be grounded but it's not needed. I don't and it works perfectly 👍
Thanks. I was considering returning it if I needed to ground it. Sort of defeats the purpose being it’s portable
Haha ya no need to ground the unit!
you can get the rod, wire and clamp at any home improvement store
It Should always be grounded but there are times it's not feasible. You can buy a grounding rod from home Depot for fairly cheap. I have put a grounding rod outside of my garage and ran a bare copper wire the generator for grounding. I put the grounding rod completely underground and dug 4 inches down and around the rod. I also put snow melt salt in the hole and filled the hole with rocks. Everytime I use the generator, I take about 1 gallon of water and water the grounding rod like a plant. The water and salt will make the grounding rod more efficient in grounding. It's not required but, I always ground a generator especially if I'm in a wet environment.
would 2200 w enough to power a shop vac?
More then enough!
Is this recommended for mobile detailing?
Yes works great for mobile detailing
@@48Detailing cool thanks for the reply
How long will the gas last while using a 1800w electric heater ?
Never really tested that out to be honest, I only use it to run my vacuum and steamer, and those are not constantly running.
CarNewba Detailing how long will it last when your running your vacuum and steamer? I have a rigid 6gal vacuum and a Vapamore MR100
I honestly haven't tested it all the way till it's out of gas but I'm sure you can get around 5 hours of run time 🔥
CarNewba Detailing I’m looking to purchase it on Friday
2:47 it really bothers me that he didn't wipe the oil up
Can I run the aqua pro extractor on this?
As long as it’s under 1800 W You’re set to go!
Great review thank you how long would a gaming laptop run on it you think ? :-) ( more important than power tools heh heh )
And yes I would carry 40 pounds up a mountain so I can play my games :-)
I honestly have no idea! I mean I run a pressure washer and vacuum for at least 5 hours so I’m guessing you can get a while with your games Great question though 😂
@@48Detailing So I bought the generator and its great. Full tank which is a gallon is getting more more like 6 - 8 hours not 12 as advertised. But that could be attributed to cold or maybe because engine is still in breaking in period. Power is clean and consistent. Running my gaming laptop off it with 50 feet outdoor extension cord. 14 gauge. No heating up of cable. I bought a surge protector and using it along with it. I do notice it floods rather easy and then its hard to start. When it does I turn the switch to "Run" in stead of "start" and then it starts up right away. That might be the issue you had that one time when it didn't start. So far so good. Just give it less fuel at startup after it floods basically. Had to pull the cord at least 4 times for early in the morning start with near snow weather outside. I am going to run it in the snow soon to see how that goes.
Ran for 6 hours straight on a full tank which is 1 Gallon. No issues. Very cold outside close to snowing but not yet. Fuel gauge was in the red after I shut it off after 6 hours. so I might have gotten 15 more min or so out of it. No power spikes or drops. My gaming laptop and Android phone was hooked up to it at the end of a 50 feet outdoor extension cable with 14 gauge. My laptop plus phone drew about 78 Watts. Max output of Generator running was 1600 Watts. All wires including my power brick for laptop stayed cold.
Anybody running a welder on this?
Mines brand new and has white smoke coming out any idea
Just return it back to Harbor freight if you’re within the 30 day warranty period!
Just return it back to Harbor freight if you’re within the 30 day warranty period!
Does it work good with a 1600 psi electric pressure washer plugged in alone?
Do you have an electric pressure washer if so what brand and if you know how much watts is it thanks!
Yes I do!
Will this work for a portland prssure washer with 1750 psi?
If you check the specs of the pressure washer, you should find the starting watts! If it's under 2000 watts to start the pressure washer, and under 1800 watts in order to run your set to go!
@@48Detailing ty i appreciate your help
Ya man no problem, and just to give you a better idea my SunJoe Spx9000 runs @ 1300psi with 2gpm and my generator has no issues!
@@48Detailing ok it say working pressure 1450 psi an max pressure 1750 psi
Ya you should be all set to go my friend!