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4250-Watt Gas Champion Power Equipment Open Frame Inverter Generator (200954) $382.60 + Free Shipping

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Model: Champion Power Equipment 4500-Watt RV Ready Open Frame Inverter Generator with Quiet Technology - Camping Appliances at Academy Sports

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06/30/23Amazon$424.40
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05/19/23Amazon$405.88
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04/29/23Amazon$435 frontpage
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04/12/23Amazon$438.82
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03/19/23Amazon$409 frontpage
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01/09/23Amazon$419.80 frontpage
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12/27/22Amazon$413.30 frontpage
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12/16/22Amazon$439
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06/30/23Amazon$372.75 frontpage
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05-29-2023 at 04:48 AM.
05-29-2023 at 04:48 AM.
Good find, probably the cheapest it's ever been.
Note this is not dual fuel and while there are conflicting reviews on this, it is NOT electric start. While it is parallel capable, you can't put two together and get double voltage to run 240v appliances like stove, dryer, and even well pumps if you have them - you'll only be able to get double wattage - which is fine as long as you know.
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05-29-2023 at 05:07 AM.
05-29-2023 at 05:07 AM.
Quote from BlackBeardPirate :
Good find, probably the cheapest it's ever been.
Note this is not dual fuel but it is electric start. While it is parallel capable, you can't put two together and get double voltage to run 240v appliances like stove, dryer, and even well pumps if you have them - you'll only be able to get double wattage - which is fine as long as you know.

Good deal for a 120V inverter.
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05-29-2023 at 06:33 AM.
05-29-2023 at 06:33 AM.
Quote from BlackBeardPirate :
Good find, probably the cheapest it's ever been.
Note this is not dual fuel but it is electric start. While it is parallel capable, you can't put two together and get double voltage to run 240v appliances like stove, dryer, and even well pumps if you have them - you'll only be able to get double wattage - which is fine as long as you know.
A generator that could parallel to 240 typically costs how much?

That said, if I have no generator at all and in a power outage situation I am looking for something to power the fridge and a bit more, would cover my ass? Or should I spend a bit more?
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05-29-2023 at 07:30 AM.
05-29-2023 at 07:30 AM.
Quote from ChiefAlchemist :
A generator that could parallel to 240 typically costs how much?

That said, if I have no generator at all and in a power outage situation I am looking for something to power the fridge and a bit more, would cover my ass? Or should I spend a bit more?

There aren't many reputable 240v inverter generators, let alone at anywhere near this price point unfortunately. They do have a Champion 240v inverter generator that is gas only for about $700 but also way more wattage than for the needs you describe.

A generator for the situation you described will depend on what else other than a modern day house refrigerator will you want to run? Would you also need an air conditioner or a heater? Would you also need something to run your water? Or will it just be some usb devices?

If it's the latter, this generator should work more than adequately. You would be able to run about 2 refrigerators, but most people recommend staying within 50% of the load capability for fuel consumption and smaller electrical fluctuations. I understand that these are inverter generators but I even they have some fluctuation compared to standard house power.

But I might recommend buying the dual fuel 2500w version for about $100 more if you can stomach manual start and only need to power usb devices in addition to your refrigerator. It will sip gas and do what you described. It's also quieter and dual fuel.

With gas-only generators like the one from this thread, you have to be good at rotating your stored gas and need to store ethanol-free gas (which is generally more difficult to find these days), add stabilizer and use the gas within around a year. You also have to be good with small engines as you really need to clean the gas out of the components well before storage.

The big advantage of having dual fuel is you can store propane indefinitely and only put gas through your engine if propane is not available. If you never use gasoline in it, it cuts a lot of maintenance and potential failure points out of the equation and thus, you'll have a more reliable generator. Generally speaking of course. If those things aren't as important as say, not having a generator at all during hurricane season here in Florida, and having a smaller budget available, I'd get the one from this thread.
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05-29-2023 at 09:07 AM.
05-29-2023 at 09:07 AM.
If you want the wheel kit & handle, add another $45

From generator bible

STRENGTHS:
Inexpensive
Several accessories included
RV Ready
Parallel capable
Inverter
Lightweight for its kind (75 lbs)
High run time

AVERAGE SPECS:
Decent fuel efficiency

WEAKNESSES:
No electric start
On the noisy side for its class (64 dBA)
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05-29-2023 at 09:27 AM.
05-29-2023 at 09:27 AM.
Quote from sknick :
If you want the wheel kit & handle, add another $45

From generator bible

STRENGTHS:
Inexpensive
Several accessories included
RV Ready
Parallel capable
Inverter
Lightweight for its kind (75 lbs)
High run time

AVERAGE SPECS:
Decent fuel efficiency

WEAKNESSES:
No electric start
On the noisy side for its class (64 dBA)

I thought it was electric start, good looking out
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05-29-2023 at 09:51 AM.
05-29-2023 at 09:51 AM.
FYI - If you live in California and have PG&E you may qualify for a $300 rebate on this generator.

"Customers that meet the following requirements are eligible for a rebate on the purchase of a qualifying power generator or battery:

- Live in a Tier 2 or 3 High Fire-Threat District OR are served by an EPSS circuit
- Have experienced 2 or more PSPS events"
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05-29-2023 at 11:21 AM.
05-29-2023 at 11:21 AM.
The 6250 one is $560 after 20% off. More power with 240v. And if you are in Florida, no tax this week
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05-29-2023 at 11:42 AM.
05-29-2023 at 11:42 AM.
Type Price Date
Current $465.30 May 23, 2023
Highest * $819.94 Sep 28, 2022
Lowest * $405.88 May 19, 2023
Average + $515.77 -
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Quote from TodayOnly :
Type Price Date
Current $465.30 May 23, 2023
Highest * $819.94 Sep 28, 2022
Lowest * $405.88 May 19, 2023
Average + $515.77 -

Thanks - this is lower than the previous FP deal and lowest of all time on Amazon
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05-29-2023 at 11:53 AM.
05-29-2023 at 11:53 AM.
this appears to be a very good deal. i have the non-inverter gen same wattage. tempted to get this one too. would need to find a plastic deck box big enough to store both or each separately outside on the patio.

i think it would be better to have a couple of smaller gens then one big one.
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05-29-2023 at 05:56 PM.
05-29-2023 at 05:56 PM.
Quote from OlivePlant2110 :
FYI - If you live in California and have PG&E you may qualify for a $300 rebate on this generator.

"Customers that meet the following requirements are eligible for a rebate on the purchase of a qualifying power generator or battery:

- Live in a Tier 2 or 3 High Fire-Threat District OR are served by an EPSS circuit
- Have experienced 2 or more PSPS events"

Thank you for the information
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05-30-2023 at 06:11 AM.
05-30-2023 at 06:11 AM.
i missed the $400 FP deal, so bit hte bullet at $460 and bought one (still much lower than average). Saw this deal the day it was delivered, but was able to get amazon to adjust and refund the difference. Seriously slick. Looking forward to some boondocking in the rv this summer with it!

Pros for me were runtime, gas consumption, and noise. Should be decent enough on remote federal land to run the AC if need be.

Looks like deal is dead now, but shocked this wasn't FP given it's $20 lower than the very recent FP deal.
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05-30-2023 at 06:26 PM.
05-30-2023 at 06:26 PM.
Now $405 but may change whenever...
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