iPower by Yamaha Generator Review

[@dannon2010]

I just bought one. I live in Texas. I like consistent electricity. Will be here by this next Sunday.

[@pjandme5528]

Since the unboxing of these generators I’ve used them twice in tandem. They worked very well. The only glitch I had was on the first time setup. My surge protector, which is a must have, when drawing power from a campsite or the generators was indicating an open ground. Sure enough, finger tightening the ground wire between the two was not enough. You need a 10mm socket wrench or pliers to insure a tight fit. I highly recommend the iPower from Costco.

[@jdfield6160]

PJ and Me When you say tighten the ground wire, is the the ground connection from the parallel cable where it grounds to the generator itself. I’m having issues with it overloading and tripping the breakers on the generator when I start my rv air conditioner

[@Corinthoswarehouse]

Hey PJ Thanks for the video I bought the same unit two years ago. it works fine on my 9K A/C Unit no issues. I did notice as time goes by it takes more then three pulls to get it started. I always turn it to choke and pull the cord twice on the choke and then I will turn the handle from the choke to between the middle of the choke and the run and pull it four to five more times be for it will start. I also make it A point to started it at least once a month when not in uses. Again thank you for the video.

[@pjandme5528]

Mine are still starting by about the 3rd pull. I also start them on a monthly basis. I did however, just drain them. The gas has been in them August and I don’t want things to get gummed up from old fuel. For the money these are a great buy.

[@brentacusmaximus6677]

Nice choice on the FR rockwood. Damn well built rig. I was going to go with one of those but couldn't find the right floor plan for me. Ended up going with a jayco whitehawk. Which turns out was a great choice too. oh and thanks for your video lol I also bought this same generator from Costco. Been a great little gas sipper !

[@mikesick6659]

I love it paid 450$ at cosco last year

[@solden49]

Great video. Kick ass setup!

[@dominickmoyer7311]

Great video sir and very informative, i myself am looking to buy this generator very soon. How are you liking this generator so far?

[@pjandme5528]

Dominick Moyer , I’m still loving them. They’ve been sitting for most of the winter, so I decided to crank them up and I charged up my trailer batteries. Worked great after sitting unused for 2months.

[@bookooc5605]

I was wondering...why does he seem to know everything about this thing when he just bought it? And then you said this is the 2nd one lol. I just bought the latest version of this from Costco for my new Micro 25fks. waiting on it to arrive. Bought an Easy start as well. thanks for the video.

[@campingalan]

How has your generator been performing?

[@NuggetHeads]

Good video. Thanks for sharing.

[@pjandme5528]

Nugget Heads Glad that you liked it!

[@NuggetHeads]

Thanks. I bought the iPower based on this video. Great machine!

[@digitalmixer]

I have a ai yamaha sc2300i generator 2300 1800 blue it's surging can you show me please how to fix

[@pjandme5528]

Without seeing and hearing it , it’s kind of difficult to offer help. The first that I would check it your ground cable. That needs to be very secure.

[@normanedwards7220]

If it ran o.k. and was stored for a while ( with fuel left in the carburetor) and now run rough , I would suggest that the fuel that was left in it , contained ....ethanol....E5 or E10 , ....5 or 10% ethanol, if that is the case , the ethanol turns into a sludgy mess , and sticks in the carburetor....blocking the tiny holes in the main jet , and the emulsion tube , if it is not to bad a good squirt of carburetor cleaner should sort it out , if not the carburetor needs stripping and cleaning ,

[@22apoach]

Seems like the HFT generators are quieter.

[@TheCharleseye]

It's sitting on a wood table. They're much quieter on the ground or even a utility rack on the RV.

[@dunnoyolo2238]

Had any oil burning issues with Generator ? How it working so far? can't decide between this one are the regular Power one

[@pjandme5528]

dunno yolo Hey there. I have had NO issues with it burning oil. I did have a little issue with it being a bit picky about starting after sitting for 2 1/2 months. The units like fresh fuel. So if you don’t plan on using it often, I recommend that you only put in the amount of fuel need . Don’t fill it up. Hope that helps.

[@Liveaboard12]

Will it work on boats

[@pjandme5528]

I don't see why it wouldn't. Might be great way to charge the battery. Just needs a place for the exhaust to go.

[@donbailey6600]

Thanks!

[@pjandme5528]

don bailey, you’re welcome. These units are still working great!

[@rickbraden4272]

Those are load but affordable.

[@flighttracker2996]

p.s: Don't destroy the box before knowing if the generator works :-)

[@pjandme5528]

Flight Tracker2 Costco is great about returns. Or at least that’s my experience. Thanks for watching.

[@JohnHenry2420]

The video was 10 minutes too long...mine started on the first pull.

[@pjandme5528]

John Henry so did the first one I set up.

[@TheBandit7613]

Those are NOT Yamaha generators. They are off-brand generators with a Yamaha engine. Yamaha generators are expensive like the Honda

[@pjandme5528]

Chris Baumgarten , sorry for any confusion. But I do state @ 7:23 that these are not Yamaha but powered by Yamaha. That being said, the units have worked great for me.

[@TheBandit7613]

@@pjandme5528 I do believe they are good generators. A friend has one, had used it quite a bit and it had been flawless. The Yamaha engine included with your generator should give you years of service. I have 1600 hours on mine and it still runs like new. Your review is actually pretty good 👍

[@moegreenbl]

It may not be Yamaha but what actually matters is you can get parts for that particular engine because it's made by Yamaha. The inverter and other components can all be found as well. some of the other off brands have knock-off motors that are harder to find parts for