Please make sure you drill a dedicated hole for either a fitting (or just the hose) for the fuel line. The oil door needs to be closed while running so the factory-designed air intake is used. The intake is on the bottom of the generator and gives priority for cooling the inverter! On mine, I drilled a hole in the oil door for a quick connect fitting. If you leave the oil door open, the inverter runs VERY hot.
@eduardosoboll34174 жыл бұрын
This is the type of video youtube needs! Information, straight to the point, how to do it and cost. Perfect!
@AMadrigal722 жыл бұрын
Much agreed. No confusion.
@charlessmith91343 жыл бұрын
I have had the same conversion kit on my Generac 7500 watt genset for 5 years. Runs off my 250 gallon propane tank. Just finished running for over 100 hours after Hurricane Laura that hit Louisiana.
@jonpiotrowski35062 жыл бұрын
I followed your directions and it started on NG on the 1st push of the start button... I did/used everything your video showed,and my only problem was a leak at the QD’s... I will buy a NG rated hose and fittings...THANKS SO MUCH...Excellent tutorial Robert...you made it very easy..!!!
@KPlainfeather08 Жыл бұрын
We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!
@Jack-zc9el3 жыл бұрын
Dude, thanks for all the details 🙌🏼 finally someone who gives all the part #’s! Very informative!!! You rock bro
@samueldwayne68993 жыл бұрын
Instablaster
@robertbell525 Жыл бұрын
That's an excellent generator, we have one. Ran for 30 hours during Dec 23-24 when we had power out from high winds and it was 14 degrees in NC. Ran about half load and kept the whole house going except the 240v items. Propane fireplace to stay warm.
@benjoseph2604 жыл бұрын
I've got a kit on order, but just your information on the fuel shutoff was worth watching the video. I just finished modifying the fuel shutoff on my generator while I wait for the kit. Thanks!
@heinzkitzvelvet3 жыл бұрын
I like the fact that the majority of the mechanism is outboard and none of it visibly voids the warranty. Very nice indeed. I want to get the predator 9000 and do the same. Limitless fuel supply for the win!
@eastrockaway33582 жыл бұрын
Love this video, I’ve been preaching the generator/natural gas concept since Hurricane Sandy! When gasoline was not available and then the lines for it when it was, make the US Carbs a must have… thanks again
@keithschoultz92264 жыл бұрын
Thank You so much for sharing the details of converting the Predator 3500 Inverter Generator to a tri-fuel setup. I reviewed your video several times to follow along as I also converted my Predator 3500 - great stuff!
@lyngleslogic11803 жыл бұрын
My kit is on the way thanks! I also ordered the 2 pin connectors and will be doing that mod as well! Excellent Thanks! We have a natural gas fireplace for our heat in an emergency and we have a gas hot water heater so with this setup we could run lights, tv, internet, fridge and freezer indefinitely!!! Great peace of mind....also the Predator 3500 is a nice little unit....it runs my RV easily....even the 15 K AC with power to spare!
@csApollo11 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for showing!
@cellpro104 жыл бұрын
I will be following your amazingly informative instructions on my conversion. This is probably the easiest, most effective way to convert my Predator 3500. I thank you. I'll be using he NashFuel kit, but the priciple is identical. Thank you so much for your high quality, well engineered guide.
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
cellpro10 thank you, the nashfuel kit should work fine, I almost used that one but when I look, you had to cut a bit of the plastic, now they have the correct parts not to cut, make sure you install the ignition switch that way you don’t have to empty the gasoline out of the tank before running on natural gas
@6ctown64 жыл бұрын
@@roberto5537 how much better run time can you get compared to gas?
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
Commandment Keeper I run it on natural gas from the house so it never needs filling, but if your asking about the price deference between natural gas and gasoline, natural gas costs about 1/3 the price to produce the same amount of power here in California, If you run it on propane the cost will probability be about the same or a bit more as gasoline depends we’re you buy it
@davegeorge95386 ай бұрын
That switch hack is awesome! Good video
@chrisniner87722 жыл бұрын
First rate video. No BS. Thanks.
@jonpiotrowski35062 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the links,my snorkel kit came in 3 days..!!! God Bless you for your kindness to your fellow man (and woman)...Can’t wait to get it running on NG...!!!
@roberto55372 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Kind words Here’s a link for a hose it 1/2 with a quick connectors already installed it is made for natural gas and if I had to do it again this is what I would use it’s for 15 feet maybe you can find something a little shorter www.ebay.com/itm/12-Feet-1-2-inch-ID-Propane-Gas-Grill-Quick-Connect-Fittings-Natural-Gas-Hose-/224209312596?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
@frednorma12 жыл бұрын
That stop switch is a great ideal. My 3500 sit for 2 month and the carb messed up and took 2 cleaning to get it back right
@edfletcher17163 жыл бұрын
When adjusting the mixture use a multimeter to make sure you are getting close to 60 HZ and 120 volts. Natural Gas is the lowest in BTU's so you may have to adjust the governor. I had to on my 6250 Coleman. It's important you do this.
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
This is a inverter generator the RPM will not change the HZ, The way you described will work only on none inverter generator Thanks for watching
@richardb37162 жыл бұрын
Robert, nice information, I was looking to converter my 2year old 3500 inverter generator. I always have to drain the carb after each use if I am not going to run it the next few days. One thing I want to let you know about. You should not run the unit with the oil access door open. The unit is design to let the engine fan draw fresh air in from the front bottom (air intake) of the generator housing across the inverter heat sink cooling fins into the inside compartment to the carburetor intake and the air cooled engine, exhausting the hot air out the back across the exhaust section. When you run the generator with the oil access door or side cover off you are removing the forced air cooling from the inverter heat sink which can cause damage and overload problems with the inverter. When this generator first came out some people had problems with the engine running rough like it was starving for air. When they opened the oil access door it run fine, because there as something restricting the air flow in the intake. you may what to consider removing the rubber oil pan drain on the bottom of the unit and route the LP hose through there sense you don’t what to drill any holes. This will still divert some air flow from but will help keep your inverter cooler.
@ktms11884 жыл бұрын
Dude thank you so much, looks like it been almost all positive. Your video was great and just ignore if anyone is a smart ass.
@eugenemodzelewski64712 жыл бұрын
Excellent modification and I would have done the same way. I have a Troy Bilt /Briggs & Stratton engine , 5550 watt generator and plan on doing this this same way. I think your way is better since the propane regulator sticks out too far and could cause problems if you are to be mobile with the generator. I will make up a bracket to connect to the propane tank and just have one hose going to the generator. I'll let you know sometime in the late spring of 2022 how it works out. Great job, nice workmanship and keeping the generator as untouched for your modification.
@rdy4trvl3 жыл бұрын
Great video. We had multiple PGE outages last year too. Thanks for sharing your conversion experience and expertise!
@user-bi6sx7ul3o Жыл бұрын
It works as reviewer recommended
@gmquiroa4 жыл бұрын
Great video, appreciate you putting this together for us.
@caseymaples19xx3 жыл бұрын
Nice never thought about using airhose with quick connect, I'm doing the same thing when my kit comes in
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
The quick connect in the video are pressure washer quick connect there’s no restriction, regulator air hose quick connect don’t work to much restriction, if I have to do it again I would get the NG BBQ hose with NG quick connect in the end it cheaper Thanks for watching
@adrianabayari4 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, but can you please add links to the items you bought to do the conversion?
@ALLENSVCS3 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up from a 31 year generator tech
@lyngleslogic11803 жыл бұрын
Wow. It doesnt get much simpler than that! I have this same Predator generator and in light of all the power outages we have had in Texas I will be doing this ASAP! Thanks so much sir!
@JD_Manufacturing4 жыл бұрын
Thankyou. Great. I bought the Nash kit but I like the way you keep the Gen. Stock with no drilling..
@bobcatt22944 жыл бұрын
A non-destructive modification - great!
@danydoueiri2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Robert. Your instructions are really clear. Truly appreciate it.
@psulse3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video...I will be doing this. I have yet to run mine through a full tank of gas.
@roberto55372 жыл бұрын
Yes it still will run a gasoline and propane, but if you want to run on propane you have to adjust the low pressure regulator for propane I think it’s 2 1/2 turns from all the way in, for gasoline just add gasoline.
@MitchMelin3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for this video. The ignition switch info alone is so helpful for letting the carb clear of fuel. Have my LP kit on the way!
@theodorewilson16223 жыл бұрын
Best instructional video ever. Great details and part #'s is a treat! Excellent mod with the switches and such
@jwalkerC21 Жыл бұрын
nobody would ever know except for that video :)
@workinonhouse3 жыл бұрын
A 300psi rated hose is a recipe for problems. A low pressure hose has reinforced walls so the hose won't collapse under suction or low pressure.
@mbe10623 жыл бұрын
The connector Robert refers to at 11:05 on video timeline to electrically kill the engine is Female not male. you can see it clearly 2:49 in the timeline. hope this helps anyone making the kill switch mod
@bajakitesurfer3 жыл бұрын
great briefing ,very complete , much thanks
@aguilargutierrez44 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video I will try that kit out ! Thanks 👍🏻
@ANGEL556912 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the information I just ordered my pats
@donavonlewis10392 жыл бұрын
Man this is SO helpful!! Thanks for all the details.
@kennybobby9397 Жыл бұрын
Great job thanks for sharing!
@MegaKB3333 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to share
@msheron3 жыл бұрын
Toggle switch link that you used? That is amazing. Great job.
@Duaneoca3 жыл бұрын
This video was exactly what I needed, thank you!
@sheeznutz22543 жыл бұрын
I thought it was sling blade at first! "Aint no gas in it"
@chs96273 жыл бұрын
mmhhmmmm
@peanutbutterisfu Жыл бұрын
I’m gonna convert my generator to run on natural gas just because I only run the generator once or twice a year so you really need to drain the gas out every 6 months so you don’t end up ruining the carburetor plus when the power goes out at my house the gas station near me doesn’t have power and when power goes out the lines at gas stations are long so would be much easier running natural gas.
@Dive-Bar-Casanova4 жыл бұрын
This is some good info.
@kentprice99122 жыл бұрын
This video is simply awesome!
@ChosenAdventures3 жыл бұрын
Very informative video! We recently purchased a Predator 3500 and i'm very interested in this conversion.
@isaisa11913 жыл бұрын
Wow, very informative Sir, thank you for the time you spent making this well made video
@NeverGiveUp-ib3xb3 жыл бұрын
Excellent vid Robert! Best wishes!
@philc93052 жыл бұрын
Awesome thanks for the info very clear and to the point.
@DOO7184 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! great video!
@PerryChristensen3 жыл бұрын
Well done. Thanks you for sharing this valuable information!
@topherwayne43984 жыл бұрын
Great video!!!
@SwimmingintheDeep2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for the how to. I have a different brand generator but this was helpful.
@jasonwilcox70273 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you sharing.
@tooldiebum4 жыл бұрын
Cool saves the hassles of filling up and the fumes what we’re you running in the house not to much info on people using them for household all rv I’m digging that nft and Dutch bucket system in that greenhouse very cool
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment, I run the whole house, Back feed with the 30 amp plug, 2 refrigerators and all lights and Electronics, no A/C or 220 appliances, made a special cord that feed both sides of panel, I have a video on the NFT system harbor freight hydroponic greenhouse, check it out
@tooldiebum4 жыл бұрын
Robert O hi Robert how did you get power on both sides of the panel jumper in the cord? Going from the L14 30 to the L5 30 did you just jump the l14 side thanks
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
Yes that’s exactly what I do, jump the two hots and it also works as a safety if you plug it in and there’s power on the 240 side it will trip the breaker and not burn up the generator, You can see the cord on the floor in the beginning of the video. and the 240 volt outlet is on the side of the house in the video it has a wet location cover I also use a safety lockout on the house main breaker and a check list for my wife if she needs to do it. You know your electric, I had people ask how it get 240 from a 120 generator, and had electrician’s tell me it won’t work, and other electricians say that’s a great idea I works great and is the safest way to do the suicide cord.
@tooldiebum4 жыл бұрын
Robert O Thanks for the feed back.. have a wonderful summer, just wondering if you’re going to get back to something normal before this virus craziness in Michigan..
@michaelmichael77924 жыл бұрын
@@tooldiebum You can also buy this cable. that's what i did for my inlet box - www.electricgeneratorsdirect.com/Reliance-Controls-AC3130/p98826.html?.xik-tM3aScKJnOhTsLGIZA.0&
@alfredo0505782 жыл бұрын
Greetings and very good video friend Robert. dear you can make a video of converting a Westinghouse IGen 2500 plant to natural gas because that type of video does not appear anywhere
@roberto55372 жыл бұрын
Greetings, I just did this for myself and friends and made a few videos I haven’t done any 2500, I’m sure it’s about the same to get it converted. Good luck
@markashlock90173 жыл бұрын
This was a great and informative vid. The way you showed how to turn off the gas flow and on/off power switch, was one of the most elegant mods I’ve seen. I tried your eBay link for the 2 pin connectors, and they are no longer available at that link. Could you please provide me with an Amazon link for these, and also the on/off switch if it’s not to much trouble. Thumbs Up and Subscribed!!!
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, I updated the link and added the switch, the link only stays dor a few days, I have a video just on the fuel shut off it’s more detailed, the switch label needs to be installed upside down, or the off is on and on if off Good luck it’s super easy, you can’t heart the generator there no way to do it wrong
@markashlock90173 жыл бұрын
Robert O: Thank You SOOO MUCH for taking the time to do this for me. Going to do the natural gas/propane conversion next. Have you considered doing the “remote start” option? That could be seriously handy for RVing. Looking forward to viewing your past and future vids. Thanks Again!!!
@cannedSardina3 ай бұрын
Hey, thanks for the vid. I am about to do exactly what you did. Where did you get those parker fittings?
@1painter4hire3 жыл бұрын
This is Great Man !! Thanks A lot 👍😁
@rfoxyou3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thanks!
@BS-rn8gq3 жыл бұрын
Hi Robert, thank you. Would you please be willing to upload the actual videos of you installing the conversion kit? I got the instructions for the kit but they are not that helpful. Need step by step! PLEASE!
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
I think a friend needs he’s covered if it happens I will do a new step by step, the only thing is I don’t edit my videos so it might be too long, it pretty straight forward especially if you get the same one, US Carburetor Checkout my other videos on the generator conversation you might get a better idea on how it’s done. Thanks for watching
@TommyG118143 жыл бұрын
Very well done.
@ryanteter3 жыл бұрын
You sir are a god
@gigiandbj2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great instructional video Robert. Anyone tried or know if this, motorsnorkel conversion kit, will work on the Predator 9500 Inverter Generator?
@mikekeeley5848 Жыл бұрын
Great video Robert. Anyone see the newest Predator 3500 inverter generators? It looks like they have moved the exterior panels or moved the oil opening to the opposite side of the generator, and the switch for the ignition/gas is no longer shown as in the video. Anyone know how do do this in the newest version of the predator 3500? It looks like they are getting smart to all the conversions and hacks, making it harder to do. Would love to do this hack and no have to install a gas shut-off stopcock valve.
@planesrus163 жыл бұрын
The only issue with NG is that it does not generate near the BTU's as Gasoline or propane per gallon. I do agree NG is be far the cheapest but if you need all the watts you can get I would not go with NG as you will lose about 20% with NG and 10% with Propane.
@Upliftyourbrothers3 жыл бұрын
Pros and cons. Have fun refilling the generator with gas cans every 8 hours. NG will run for months and months. (Assuming you’ll stop every once in a while for oil change) Each fuel has its purpose. Gasoline sucks for long power outages.
@planesrus163 жыл бұрын
@@Upliftyourbrothers Total agree with that. Just trying to point out for those who need every ounce of juice :-). Great Video!
@tydas104 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, had a question though. Did you break in the generator with gasoline or natural gas?
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
I ran it on gasoline first because it wasn’t converted when we had a 2 day power outage got the generator 4 days later it ran for 2 days only stopping for gas, but if I had time I would do it on NG it’s much cleaner oil doesn’t even turn dark. Thanks for watching.
@aunginator3 жыл бұрын
Great video Robert. I'm thinking of doing this conversion to my Predator 3500. I have it already converted to run propane, but about in January we had power outages for almost 2 days! I need something like this. By the way do you need a regulator for the gas line when you use natural gas?
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
If it’s convicted to propane, you need to remove the first regulator that goes to the bottle and just keep the on demand regulator the one you see in the video, and adjust it for natural gas
@jvs25433 жыл бұрын
Thanks great vid!!!
@t57f1004 жыл бұрын
i just bought my 3500 today for home stand by and wanted to know if i can hook up to natural gas thank you for taking the time to make this awesome video GOD BLESS i just have to have the gas company run my line for me
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony, it will also run on propane, when you order the kit just tell them you want all 3 gasoline natural gas and propane. Or just propane and gasoline, it’s just a different regulator.
@t57f1004 жыл бұрын
@@roberto5537 yes thank you for taking the time to answer my concerns about this unit it will help my family out in case we need during a rough time .stay safe
@DoctorColg83 жыл бұрын
The WEN 3800w (3400w) has an automatic "run dry" fuel drain ...without any mods. A genny saver fo'sho. WEN = 8.5 hours @ %50 vs pred 11 hrs%%25. Not sure about the tri-fuel mod.
@marcosdelacruz34983 жыл бұрын
You are good men
@driver9022 жыл бұрын
Great video,,I've been looking at a duel fuel generator,, but this has got to be cheaper. Question,,,can it still run on gas or propane ??? I would assume propane but not sure about gas. Thanks
@paulehd3 жыл бұрын
Great info Thanks
@eugenemodzelewski64712 жыл бұрын
If you were to run generator with gas I would assume you have to plug the hose end that leads to carburetor?
@drumpf20023 жыл бұрын
Only problem is that the airline hose might not be compatible and start to break down the rubber lining. Causing it to break apart into small pieces clogging up your line.
@bananasmcduck6303 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@pcmactek3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the Video - I have the same Gen and it's awesome - Like all you did, but I have a question - I thought I read that using LP conversion on a Gen designed for Gasoline doesn't run as efficient - what are your thoughts?
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
Hi, you will lose a bit of power, mine will run 2800 watts Instead of the 3000 W continuous, so you lose a little bit like 200 watts but it’s 1/3 the price to run on natural gas and the oil doesn’t get black and no Exhaust smell. Natural gas has way less pollutants in gasoline and your exhaust will not get clogged up, it’s like Diesel is more efficient than gasoline but most cars out there run on gasoline
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
Engines running on Propane or natural gas are a bit less efficient don’t matter if the Conversion was installed at the factory or if you do it yourself there always less efficient on the Duel fuel generators that you purchase there’s two ratings one for propane and one gasoline the propane is always less, but is cleaner running and about 1/3 the price for the same power, unless you have your generator at max load all the time you shouldn’t Notice a difference.
@sr08283 жыл бұрын
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@johnrodriguez11453 жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert, greatly you appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. Going to try this. I have the exact model. I will go to harbor freight to get the quick disconnect hose. What size are the connectors that I need to get on the 8 foot hose. Btw I will be connecting to a propane tank
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight does not have the quick disconnect kit, don’t use air fittings They will restrict the gas too much, The Quick disconnect that I use was a parker kit which is the same as a pressure washer quick connector, If I was going to do it over I would use a natural gas 3/8” or 1/2” Probably the 1/2” barbecue hose with a quick connector you can find them on eBay or Amazon, In my description you can click on the links where You can get parts, there’s a Nash kit on amazon that is made for a propane bottle conversion I would use that one in your case good luck thanks for watching.
@rodneyemerzian92412 жыл бұрын
Can you convert a predator 2000 this saw way using a toggle switch and the stop, run, start dial to cut off the gas supply.
@ChicksNatural2 жыл бұрын
Hi Robert, Very informative video. I had a question. You had mentioned in the video that you were not planning to use gasoline. if you are planning to use Natural gas or Propane only. Why did you add a on and off switch, couldn't you turn off your natural gas shut off valve at the source (at your house located by your regulator) or turn off the propane tank valve if you decide to use propane and just let the generator run until it runs out of fuel that way. Wouldn't that accomplish the same thing. Is the on off modification for gas option only?
@roberto55372 жыл бұрын
Hi, I installed the switch before I converted it to NG, and yes if you never use gasoline or have a empty gasoline tank you don’t need the switch, but I always like the option that I can use gasoline if needed and it’s only $5 or $10 to install the switch, if you do the NG conversion get the BBQ 1/2 Hose it’s cheaper and has the quick connectors already installed and is made for natural gas, the air hose was just a test and it worked fine but I will replace it with a proper natural gas hose.
@jonpiotrowski3506 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Robert...did my Predator exactly like this video showed,runs great on NG...1 question...to go from NG to propane, all I need to do is adjust the big mixture screw on the regulator IN 2-3 turns..??? Best conversion EVER..!!! THANKS..!!!
@roberto5537 Жыл бұрын
That’s great it work for you. For propane yes that’s all you need to do, but propane needs to have its own regulator, so one on the propane tank and the big low pressure regulator that you have, if it’s hooked up to a house the regulator is already installed at the tank, if you use a BBQ propane bottle it needs a regulator, like the ones the BBQs have, hope this makes sense. Robert
@skipw20003 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video and all the details. Just a question about the generator, what did you have powered from it when PG&E cut your electricity? I'm thinking of getting one of the Inverter Generators because I live in the southern California area, I'm just wondering if this would run 2 newer normal sized refrigerators, couple of lights and a tankless gas water heater.
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, I powered the house, we don’t have A/C, we have 2 full size refrigerators and one small box freezer, a tankless water heater, all the lights in the house are 14 watt LED, it powered just about everything normally but you don’t just turn everything on, we leave the refrigerators and freezer always plug in, we use the TV and the lights as needed, we didn’t use lights on rooms not used and it had enough power for one more appliance like the washing machine or gas dryer or making coffee, the biggest load I saw on it was 23 amps and that was in the beginning after 15 minutes it was around 12 to18 amps, we ran it 24/7 for 3 days and it never overloaded after that I change the oil , and was ready for the next power outage, didn’t use it last year (2020) The best way to change your power consumption is make sure the refrigerators are running, best way is turn them off for 1 hour after turn them on max turn on the lights you think you’re going to need, TV and maybe one appliance furnace, washing machine, don’t worry about the tankless gas water heater it’s minimal then go to you power meter and see how power watts your using. 2.350 kW is 2350 watts Checkout my other videos there’s a Westinghouse IGEN 4500, I will power about 600 watts more if you need more power, we made it work and we’re a family of 4, I do back feed the power but you need to jump the cord so it power the to legs of the panel, all 120 volt outlets and lights will have power but the 240 volt appliance will not work
@59vaughn3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😏get jay Leno to do show with this...😉.....
@LT-sk4lt4 жыл бұрын
QUESTION: Have you tried to run your generator on gasoline since the conversion? I have tried the NASH and the USCARB conversions on my Predator 3500 Inverter Generator, both run fine on propane, but [both] will not run properly on gasoline [after the conversion]; both conversions ran very rich on gasoline and would hardly stay running under load. When I remove the Venturi, it runs fine. Please reply. Thank you for the informative video.
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
Yes I ran it on gasoline and it ran fine, it had about 1/4 of gasoline in the tank after I was done with the conversion so I just burn it off with a load to go faster, change the oil because it had 20+ hours and was getting a bit dark and they say oil stays clean on Natural Gas and propane. Never did a Nash kit, got a Nash Regular only for a igen 4500DF
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
I know they normally run a bit rich , that’s why they Clog up the spark arrester and plug maybe it’s just Enough to push it over the edge, with the extra Restriction Did you try removing the Spark arrestor to see if that will make it run better as a test, if it’s under warranty maybe send it back, or email get a new carburetor I know they have them on eBay. Mine ran with no problems on gasoline just like before the conversion
@Upliftyourbrothers3 жыл бұрын
I made a video about the running rich. I rejet the carb for my elevation, and that helped it run leaner and not cause the spark arrestor to plug. I had my generator die at 30 hours due to plugged spark arrestor. Have to have correct fuel to air or it will clog.
@robynwerhan87982 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your time to have made such an informative video. I'll be testing the 3500 on propane to run my RV and if it proves to do well then will upgrade to the big guns; a 8750! I do have one question: is it necessary to add engine oil if I'm never going to use gasoline?
@roberto55372 жыл бұрын
Hi Robyn, yes you need engine oil the the way as gasoline, the oil will not turn dark but you still need to change it the same way, time or hours on the engine
@user-ge9bt8jx6f3 жыл бұрын
Dear engineer, does the bio-methane jazz work on a water motor of twenty-four horses, or what helped us and thank you for listening? Where do we get the jazz regulator ??
@jim23873 жыл бұрын
Good informative video. I do have a concern. If you are running the generator where you showed in the video, next to the door, are you concerned about Carbon Monoxide build up?
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
That’s a Stand alone 8’X8’ kitchen and indoor BBQ it has a big 14” fan with auto on, fire sprinklers and carbon Monoxide detectors, I think it will be fine, we use it to BBQ in the winter. I would never run it that Close to the main house. Thanks for watching and your concern
@jim23873 жыл бұрын
@@roberto5537 Thanks for the additional information. It sounds like you have all of the safety concerns covered. When Hurricane Sally hit the Gulf Coast, a family of three died from CO from a misplaced generator. Thanks for your reply.
@ICSpotz3 жыл бұрын
@@roberto5537 Another benefit of Nat-gas is they produce less CO than gasoline engines.
@Bward2163 жыл бұрын
so that slector knob with the labeled no gas, is shutting of the regular gasoline flow? you started it up with the switch on no gas, yet it worked, so I'm gussing it shot of the gasoline, but allows it to draw propane?
@spockmcoyissmart9612 жыл бұрын
Question: Did you buy 2 harbor freight airlines? 1 of the 8' version, you kept in tact. The 2nd, you cut off one end so you could hose clamp to the carb fitting, keep it coiled behind the oil door, the other end you kept to hook up to your 1st 8' hose?
@roberto55372 жыл бұрын
Only one hose, the kit comes with a small hose and Braided adapter with a 3/8 threaded end that goes on the quick connector, I Suggest you get a 3/8 or 1/2 inch if you need more then 8 feet natural gas barbecue hose with a quick connectors it will be cheaper and its better rated for natural gas that’s what I would do if I had to do it again You can find them on Amazon or eBay.
@dougharlow60373 жыл бұрын
It seems you know a lot about the Predator 3500 generators watching your KZbin videos. I have a Harbor Freight Predator 3500 Generator/inventor with only 17 hours of run time I have no readings on display gauge for: V - Voltage A - Amperage VA - Volt Amps/Watt I do have on the display gauge. Hour - current run time and accumulative run time I tried a test with a portable heater, and it powers that, so I’m guessing the generator is working OK? I’m worried about not have those missing readings. Also how do you reset the circuit breakers. I can’t find any information in the manual. I’m wondering if that could be the problem of the no readings? Thanks
@Roloxtv24 жыл бұрын
Hello Robert, thank you for sharing this video. Could you provide the link where you buy the kit? I have a new Northern Tool 3500 Powerhorse Generator. I would like to run it with propane on my RV. Thanks. Hope to hear from you soon.
@roberto55374 жыл бұрын
You can use the Nash kit it’s a bit cheaper than the one I use and will work the same, eBay # 18381599274 $139.99 if you’re going to install after the RV regulator low pressure gas and will work also on natural gas. eBay 183831599316 $179.99 if you’re going to Hook it up directly to the propane bottle
@robertberin48723 жыл бұрын
$800 for the gen. + $200 NG kit > $800 Fireman 7000 watt tri fuel at Costco!
@planesrus163 жыл бұрын
You're not comparing the same type of generators. The Predator is an inverter generator. When you need to connect sensitive electronics you should not be using the Firman. I know people do it but technically you should not run even run refrigerator or Microwave off a standard generator. Also the inverter generator is much quieter and uses a lot less gas.
@danielkeirsteadsr69393 жыл бұрын
Question . You said if the hose broke " came off or loose or at the engine which would cause the engine to stall the regulator would not allow gas to escape because it is not drawing of the gas. ??
@roberto55373 жыл бұрын
Yes you’re correct, if there is a hole the engine won’t Produce as much power, on propane or natural gas the engine don’t run lean. It’s probably cheaper if you get a BBQ 3/8 or 1/2 hose if you going over 8 feet, you can find them with the Quick disconnects on them. I did the air hose because I didn’t know if it would work and I had the pressure washer fittings, don’t use air hose Quick connectors they won’t work too much restriction. Thanks for watching