Universal Hour Meter Install on the Harbor Freight Predator 9000 Generator

[@bryanritts213]

I put one of those on a lawn tractor about 20 years ago and it still works.

[@k6outdoors]

Such simple technology but works well!

[@kd2eat]

I picked up that same hour meter for mine. I like the idea of the 3D printed mount. I'm designing stuff like that all the time. Unfortunately, I don't like that location. The very first thing I did after storing my predator in my garage, was pile a few things on top. lol. That mount puts the meter in harms way. Though I hate damaging the factory look, I think I'll screw mine into the face plate of the unit. It's going to live with the unit for the rest of its service life anyway.

[@k6outdoors]

Many options for sure on how to do this and I dont think one is wrong, just personal preference is all. Appreciate you stopping in and leaving a comment! Take Care

[@ginsudan]

@@k6outdoors Ya the block looks like overkill for sure, also a different location for me. I will mount to the faceplate too.

[@heinzkitzvelvet]

I drilled and mounted my tach/hour meter into the black plastic above the PREDATOR emboss. Where the start up, and shut down procedures sticker is. Looks totally custom sitting there. As if it was designed to be there. I'm just having trouble figuring out how to run the wire so it's invisible, like on my Honda mower.

[@k6outdoors]

Another Great way to do it, I just prefer not to drill holes in my generator! Thanks for stopping by!

[@brentjohnson6654]

Great video. I wonder if it keeps the hours or does it ever reset? It wouldn’t be hard to write to permanent memory but just wondering about long term performance. The hour meter on my zero turn has pooped out and this might be a good alternative.

[@k6outdoors]

Thus far mine has not reset and continues to perform well! Thanks for stopping in!

[@geraldlomaventema6211]

Great video! Do you sell the mounting box? Thanks!

[@k6outdoors]

Thanks for stopping in! Here is where I have some available. k6outdoors.etsy.com/listing/1097117187

[@condor5635]

Awesome installation. I’ve got almost every other tool but a 3-D printer. I don’t think of any viewers are going to have access to a 3-D printer. I made a project box with 2 LCD displays showing volts, amps, amp hours and watts. One for each of the two phases. It’s mounted near my innerlock near my main panel. I also threw in one of these our meters on the project box. Works great. A 3-D printer would’ve been awesome for making my project box but I found a standard size one that works fine and cost $15. Great job on yours

[@k6outdoors]

Greatly appreciate it! The printer is a great addition and I very reasonable in price. I hope to get the house connection setup this spring so I can plug and play the generator. Thanks for stopping in!

[@condor5635]

@@k6outdoors what model is it? I might have to consider getting one. Thanks

[@k6outdoors]

@@condor5635 it is the CR6 SE, checkout the link in the description below.

[@condor5635]

@@k6outdoors - Thank you is the software that you demoed part of the 3-D printer package?

[@k6outdoors]

@@condor5635 the printer software is free and came with it. Fusion 360 is free as well

[@philliphall5198]

There is a ton of hour meters on eBay also. It’s just smart to keep up with how long on oil change and generally service at that time

[@k6outdoors]

Tons of options for hour meter, this is just what i happned to pickup. Thanks for stopping in

[@johnlong7504]

When the Predator is not in use, I stack stuff on the plyboard on top of it which the location of your hour meter kind of eliminates, doesn't it?

[@k6outdoors]

Technically you can mount it on any part of the bar as it is all the same size. I store my generator under a rack so nothing is ever stacked ontop of it. Good question and thanks for stopping in!

[@johnlong7504]

Thanks for your soon response and no hard feelings, I just had to mention it since I may operate under different circumstances.

[@k6outdoors]

@@johnlong7504 I appreciate the comments! Thanks for stopping in

[@johnlong7504]

Take care & try to stay out of trouble!

[@garyparsons2148]

Great video. I bought the Predator 8750 several years ago and luckily haven't needed it yet. Its still in the original box....lol. Actually I didn't pay attention that it has no hour meter especially since its still in the box. At the time of purchase this was the biggest Harbor Freight had in stock. I like the idea of having an hour meter on it and plan on purchasing one from Amazon in the next day or so.

[@k6outdoors]

The link for exact one I used is in the description, take care!

[@Wutface]

I hope you've ran it and changed the oil in it a few times since buying it 😬

[@tluva1020]

So if the little battery goes dead i would assume you loose the stored memory? Unless there's a secondary battery which i would doubt so in a cheap meter

[@k6outdoors]

Good question, the specific jour meter states this "No battery required. Total hours accumulated is not re-settable and cannot be erased." Thanks for stopping in!

[@rhurtadorh32]

Have you ever had issues with shutting off due to the carbon sensor?

[@k6outdoors]

I have not had any issue with that!! Thanks for stopping in!

[@edwardkirkland686]

I had issues with mine!

[@mrfixitchannel]

I mounted mine with good velcro..... no holes required...

[@k6outdoors]

There are plenty of ways to skin the cat. I have a 3d printer so i found this to be a cheap solution. Thanks for stopping by!

[@jaycaron6154]

What is the stl called on Thingiverse? The link is not working.

[@k6outdoors]

It's called "hour meter mount 1.25" tube size" here is the link. Not quite sure why the other isn't working. Thanks for stopping in! www.thingiverse.com/thing:4743529

[@willybowles85]

Where in Ontario Canada can I purchase one what city are they available

[@k6outdoors]

Are you looking for the generator or hour meter?

[@johnlong7504]

I have the same generator and the first thing I did was adjusting the carburetor spring to avoid idling rpm's down to ~ 1,000 instead of the cold engine killing 3,650 rpm you all seem to like!

[@k6outdoors]

I havent heard of many issues with them starting the way they do and lasting. If it makes you feel more comforitable with that method do what you need to do! Thanks for stopping in!

[@johnlong7504]

10 - 4!

[@rgarizonahomestead2729]

makes sense and not at expensive for the insurance of mind. thanks for sharing and have a great day as well

[@k6outdoors]

Appreciate it! Thanks for stopping by

[@truncellitoj]

The thinigverse link is no good. Is there a new link?

[@k6outdoors]

I will update this later and get back to you later this afternoon! Thanks for letting me know

[@k6outdoors]

This has been updated, you should be able to copy and paste this into a web browser to get there. www.thingiverse.com/thing:4743529

[@truncellitoj]

@@k6outdoors Nope, same 404 error as before. Can't click or copy. Can't find it through search, either.

[@k6outdoors]

@@truncellitoj so crazy, it works for me. Let me try it again

[@k6outdoors]

Try it now, if it doesn't work I can email the files to you

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good day Sir 😊 That 3d printer is marvelous 👌 Great bracket for the hrs meter Sir 👌😊 Keep warm Sir Cheers !!!

[@k6outdoors]

You need to get one!! Thanks as always. We are getting an ice storm today and snow, so we shall see how it goes!! Cheers

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

@@k6outdoors Can't wait to see you video about it SIr Cheers !!!

[@grasser82]

@@k6outdoors what is your printer?

[@k6outdoors]

This is what I got! Works great amzn.to/2NKkak2

[@lowesjdb]

I have a 9000 predator as well what would you charge to make me a mounting bracket?

[@k6outdoors]

Send me an email at [e-mail] and we can discuss! Thanks for stopping by!

[@lloydhaddock66]

I have the same question

[@CarlGlassmeyer-jj5qw]

How much would you charge me for a bracket like the one you fabricated

[@k6outdoors]

Here is the link for the listing! k6outdoors.etsy.com/listing/1097117187

[@THF409]

Install one on my economy power king tractor when I replaced the engine 6 years ago.

[@k6outdoors]

Simple addition that adds a solid amount of value!

[@sencman200]

I just bought the 9000 predator and really would like to install the meter like you, however, I do not have access to a printer. Would you be open to making one for me and of course I will pay you for the cost/time and shipping.

[@k6outdoors]

I can get something listed on my etsy site for this if your interested

[@sencman200]

@@k6outdoors that would be great. Thanks. I will keep a check on your site. I assume it is linked below?

[@k6outdoors]

@@sencman200 i will reply and let you know when ive got the link setup

[@sencman200]

@@k6outdoors thank you. I also sent you an e mail. I am not real good with the finding links and things on youtube.

[@k6outdoors]

Here is a link to the posting www.etsy.com/K6Outdoors/listing/1097117187/hour-meter-mount-for-predator-9000?Copy&ListingManager&Share&.lmsm&share_time=1633485408431

[@christurner5473]

Great video, are you selling these brackets yet , I have the same generator and would love to buy one of those brackets if your selling them

[@k6outdoors]

Appreciate it! There should be a link in the description to etsy if your interested!

[@christurner5473]

Thanks a lot I just ordered my bracket from you

[@k6outdoors]

@@christurner5473 ill get it going for you!

[@christurner5473]

@@k6outdoors once I saw your video I couldn’t order it fast enough, thanks bud I appreciate it

[@christurner5473]

Just got my bracket in the mail, it worked awesome. I appreciate you tapping the threads for me , thanks again

[@wackychimp]

When I bring the file from Thingiverse into Cura it comes in at 3mm x 1mm x 3mm and is very tiny. Does anyone know what the size should be?

[@k6outdoors]

You need to scale the item, it was designed in inch. it should read 2540 in the scale percentage. Thanks for stopping by

[@watkinstreefarm6880]

Very cool. Love the 3D printer.

[@adriendraven6409]

I know im asking the wrong place but does any of you know of a trick to get back into an instagram account? I was stupid lost my password. I would love any tricks you can offer me.

[@cruzwestin4261]

@Adrien Draven Instablaster ;)

[@edygonzalez7809]

Does the generator is clean power?

[@k6outdoors]

Thanks you for stopping in, they do reccomend you have protection of your sensitive electronics. Based upon feedback ive heard and what I've seen it does produce pretty "clean" power. If that is you main concern an inverter style of generator may be for you. Cheers

[@edygonzalez7809]

I want to run off my welder and evelast welder need 5%THD i dont know how much % does the generator has

[@k6outdoors]

It doesn't specifically say in the owners manual. All it says is that sensitive electronics such as tv's need to be plugged into surge protectors for protection. May people say they use them for their welders but I haven't used it myself

[@tluva1020]

​@@edygonzalez7809it will work, but it works better & safer on equipment to match an inverter welder w/ an inverter generator

[@Michaelinthebackyard]

Great video, I would add a link to your 3D printer so we could purchase the same one, looks to work fantastic oh yeah and the hour meter is a pretty slick trick too.

[@k6outdoors]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@jeraldjcook]

That mounting idea is fantastic. Like you, I try to avoid putting holes in things and I really like the idea of easily reversible modifications. FYI, the link to the STL isn't working. Is the STL still on Thingiverse?

[@k6outdoors]

Not sure what is going on there. Let me take a look at it! If you would like the STL I could also email it!

[@jeraldjcook]

@@k6outdoors Awesome. I just sent you an email. Thanks!

[@k6outdoors]

Just following up, not sure I got the email.. im not seeing it!

[@lowepg]

somethings not right with the 3d file... it comes up the size of a postage stamp :-(. Can you share the actual dimensions?

[@k6outdoors]

When you import it you have to scale it to metric, the item is in inch. Thanks for stopping in!

[@lowepg]

@@k6outdoors thanks! Can you share the specs on the mounting bolts you used? What thread and length? Thanks again!

[@chrisa9435]

Man I wish you would sell this mount with hardware on Etsy. I could use a mount like that I ended up using command strips Velcro by 3m

[@k6outdoors]

I am starting to look into this as I have had many request. I do have one question and maybe you could help! How much would you expect to pay for something like this? Thanks in advance!

[@LedgemereHeritageFarm]

I’ve got a new Westinghouse to replace my old Homelite that needs one

[@k6outdoors]

It's a quick install and it works great! Thanks for stopping in!

[@freddieedwards4891]

WoW! Do you sale those? If you do, I will email you.

[@k6outdoors]

I am looking into creating an Etsy account to sell these through. I'll keep you posted

[@scottzettervall429]

Comes standard on a Champion generator =)

[@k6outdoors]

No doubt there are other options but for the cost of $550 before tax and such its hard to pass up! Thanks for stopping in

[@tluva1020]

I can't understand why a 2000w gen doesn't have a meter, much less a 9000 !!

[@k6outdoors]

Agreed, probably saved the $1 on the COGS evaluation