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Customer reviews for Generac 8917 GP18000EFI 18,000-Watt Gas-Powered Electric-Start Portable Generator for
Generac 8917 GP18000EFI 18,000-Watt Gas-Powered Electric-Start Portable Generator
4.6 out of 5 stars
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Apr 1, 2021
Don
5 out of 5 stars review

Enough power for HVAC and Hot Water

After Texas freeze power outage, 85 yr young mother did not desire the experience again. Generator meets all her desires; Heat, Cool, lights and Hot Water.

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Oct 2, 2013
Blitzen44
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Value

I picked this unit up on sale and am very pleased with the features I received for the money I paid. This generator will power the biggest share of my house and is still portable enough to take to my cabin. Can't imagine how I got by with out it.

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Sep 30, 2013
PD56
5 out of 5 stars review

Impressive machine

The product was shipped in strong packaging and in very good condition. The machine provides enough power to run all of the major functions in my home. I would strongly recommend this unit for anyone that needs larger power output.

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Apr 1, 2021
Jimbob
5 out of 5 stars review

Exceeded my expectations

During the recent hard freeze here in Texas this generator was put to good use and performed very well. Made the situation here tolerable for the entire week of the freeze.

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Sep 25, 2017
CraigG
5 out of 5 stars review

Love This Generator

Purchased this generator for our carpenter so that he could start building our new house. Added fuel and oil - 1 pull and started right up! Minimal assembly. Worked terrific for the tools that they were using.. Many thanks for a great product!

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Sep 4, 2021
Bobcat
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy to assemble, starts right up and works fine

I really like this generator. I only have one concern and that is the motor runs at a fairly high rpm with no electrical load. 8m not sure if that is normal operation or if something needs to be adjusted.

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Jan 12, 2022
Pete
5 out of 5 stars review

Product well constructed

Generator was delivered within a short time after ordering. Put the wheels and foot assembly on. Connected the battery cables, added the oil, filled with gas. The unit started right up. Connected it to my house and it ran very well. Nice product.

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Nov 20, 2014
Anna7500
5 out of 5 stars review

This product will meet power outage needs

Never owned my own generator. Have had to rent in the past. Decided to purchase my own to have for power outages. Haven't used yet, but from other reviews, I know it will be easy to operate and fulfill my needs.

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Oct 7, 2012
dawa
5 out of 5 stars review

this product is what i needed

just received my generator.not bad to put wheels and handle on.started her up plugged in house turned on geothermal,electric water heater,clothes dryer,refrig and freezer.did not miss a beat.happy so far.

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Sep 24, 2020
TRex
5 out of 5 stars review

Like the setup and easy start

bought the generator to use for loss of power. because my wife is on medical equipment. Liked the first pull starts the generator. Can't afford to be without power for the medical equipment

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