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The GE 10Kw home generator is a beast.

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    This past Monday & Tuesday we had a series of rolling blackouts, the longest was 3 hours. Our GE 10Kw home generator that runs off NG performed like a MF champ. I put my bird up and see who has lights and who doesn't. Clear out to Canton nothing but blackness. Black Family? Look into getting one, get the multi-fuel units can run off NG and diesel. #StayReady
     

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    This past Monday & Tuesday we had a series of rolling blackouts, the longest was 3 hours. Our GE 10Kw home generator that runs off NG performed like a MF champ. I put my bird up and see who has lights and who doesn't. Clear out to Canton nothing but blackness. Black Family? Look into getting one, get the multi-fuel units can run off NG and diesel. #StayReady
    Mad props for the info, brotha! ✊🏽We've been having multiple blackouts here in Stone Mountain as well, with & without storms.
     

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    Mad props for the info, brotha! ✊🏽We've been having multiple blackouts here in Stone Mountain as well, with & without storms.
    Sista it stormed really hard last night and I was surprised the power didn't go out then. Nini and my Granny let me look into units 7Kw to 10Kw and this GE has the best customer service and I love the weekly test that it runs itself. Service it 1 time a year to change the oil and new spark plugs. Stay away from Generac, Crappy service and sub par coils that cause it not to deliver power to some big appliances.
     

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    This past Monday & Tuesday we had a series of rolling blackouts, the longest was 3 hours. Our GE 10Kw home generator that runs off NG performed like a MF champ. I put my bird up and see who has lights and who doesn't. Clear out to Canton nothing but blackness. Black Family? Look into getting one, get the multi-fuel units can run off NG and diesel. #StayReady
    Thanks for this info, bruh!
     

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    We've been having multiple blackouts here in Stone Mountain as well, with & without storms.
    Yep, the storm is long gone and the lights begin to flicker.
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    This past Monday & Tuesday we had a series of rolling blackouts, the longest was 3 hours. Our GE 10Kw home generator that runs off NG performed like a MF champ. I put my bird up and see who has lights and who doesn't. Clear out to Canton nothing but blackness. Black Family? Look into getting one, get the multi-fuel units can run off NG and diesel. #StayReady
    How big of a tank do you have?
     

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    We are using 100% Natural Gas with our unit. Before they installed it they took Diesel tank off but that was a 10 Gallon tank that it came with Brother Jay.
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    I had a 500 gallon propane tank installed on my property for that very reason brother. I’m calculating around 23 days of power if we limit power usage in the house. It feeds right into a Generac with wifi which I like because I can check status of the generator from my phone.
     

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    I had a 500 gallon propane tank installed on my property for that very reason brother. I’m calculating around 23 days of power if we limit power usage in the house. It feeds right into a Generac with wifi which I like because I can check status of the generator from my phone.
    You have the Generac? How is YOUR customer service so far? That tank was the right choice, they do not allow those tanks in our subdivision so we are tapped into the gas line. That is one of the worries I have if the supply is cut.
     

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    We are using 100% Natural Gas with our unit. Before they installed it they took Diesel tank off but that was a 10 Gallon tank that it came with Brother Jay.
    Is there any diffference in performance between the two fuel types?
     

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    You have the Generac? How is YOUR customer service so far? That tank was the right choice, they do not allow those tanks in our subdivision so we are tapped into the gas line. That is one of the worries I have if the supply is cut.
    We used an authorized Generac dealer for site selection, installation, and maintenance. It’s only been a year and I haven’t had any major issues that would require me to go back to the dealer. I’m particular about service and when dealing with the dealer they were very patient and answered all my questions. We change the site location twice because my wife hates the look of the propane tank. She wanted us to go with the recommended minimum of 250 gallons so it takes up less space and requires a smaller concrete pour. I wasn’t having it, I told her she would like the looks of that muthafucka when the lights go out.
     

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    I had a 500 gallon propane tank installed on my property for that very reason brother. I’m calculating around 23 days of power if we limit power usage in the house. It feeds right into a Generac with wifi which I like because I can check status of the generator from my phone.
    Propane is a smart bet in this environment. My biggest concern has always been…when I run my tank dry during the apocalypse where TF am I going to get more?
     

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    Is there any diffference in performance between the two fuel types?
    No. Burning NG or Diesel it still cranks out 11,500 watts. My main concern was it had to be able to run the HVAC, Deep freezer, Stove and the refrigerator. We haven't maxed out and thats pleasing.
     

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    No. Burning NG or Diesel it still cranks out 11,500 watts. My main concern was it had to be able to run the HVAC, Deep freezer, Stove and the refrigerator. We haven't maxed out and thats pleasing.
    But does any other fuel types last longer whether an hour longer or is that irrelevant?
     

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    Sista it stormed really hard last night and I was surprised the power didn't go out then. Nini and my Granny let me look into units 7Kw to 10Kw and this GE has the best customer service and I love the weekly test that it runs itself. Service it 1 time a year to change the oil and new spark plugs. Stay away from Generac, Crappy service and sub par coils that cause it not to deliver power to some big appliances.
    Thank you for the info! Since I am working from home, I really need to have a backup power source. I have been trying to compare brands. I didn't realize how bad Generac is. I am going to have to check out GE.
     

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    Thank you for the info! Since I am working from home, I really need to have a backup power source. I have been trying to compare brands. I didn't realize how bad Generac is. I am going to have to check out GE.
    Winter approaches, gotta have a generator or at least the lanterns that hold those huge batteries. They last for hours & hours, one in every room. What we used back in the day & those huge candles are good too! Good to have them ALL! The government & the space travelers both have EMP capabilities. 🤔
     

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    Winter approaches, gotta have a generator or at least the lanterns that hold those huge batteries. They last for hours & hours, one in every room. What we used back in the day & those huge candles are good too! Good to have them ALL! The government & the space travelers both have EMP capabilities. 🤔
    We caught a great deal on those lights on www.BangGood.com. Set of 4 under $90.