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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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Jan 21, 2021
TW
5 out of 5 stars review

Runs great and easy to start.

Came in handy during a recent power failure. No more worries about how long power will be out. Generator has enough output for all of our major appliances.

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Dec 13, 2014
Carl
5 out of 5 stars review

great features for the price paid.

The generator will work great for my needs. For the years to came. The price also could not be beat. My father owns the same model and paid more for it.

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Oct 25, 2019
Jim
5 out of 5 stars review

This Generator meets all my expectations.

With the exception of one part missing in the shipment, the generator went together easily. The instructions were clear and well written. The missing part was sent quickly with no hassles. It runs my home with no problems.

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Oct 30, 2012
DM27
4 out of 5 stars review

Plenty of features and easy to use

I bought this generator for backup power to deal with Hurricane Sandy. It was easy to assemble and I was able to get it up and running quickly. The electric start (Model 6500E) came in handy.

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Dec 7, 2015
lenny
5 out of 5 stars review

Excellent performer

The GP6500E is exactly as advertised. It is a well functioning unit and easy to use. I couldn't ask for a better generator for the price. Im especially pleased with the electric start which is a big benefit for us older folks.

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Nov 21, 2014
johnnyb
5 out of 5 stars review

power to spare

I just purchased my Generac and I must say it has the power to run everything I need it to run. I ran a test to see how it would perform and I have no complaints whatsoever. I will recommend it to everyone I know!

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Dec 1, 2022
Karl
5 out of 5 stars review

This product is very easy to operate.

Had to purchase a portable generator before a hurricane in order to maintain medical equipment. Based on what I had read, Generac makes a quality, reliable product. This generator lives up to the Generac reputation.

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Nov 8, 2012
Jonny
5 out of 5 stars review

Sandy lost that Battle!!!!!!

This product is great!!! I ran it for 8 days with very litlle rest in between! Wow is the only thing I could say. I powered the whole house. Generac7500. Easy to start, easy to maintain, easy to roll wherever you need it! Lifesaver

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Nov 28, 2011
Peter23
5 out of 5 stars review

Great features for the price

Bought this for home use after Hurricane Irene. Had electrician install a service panel interlock to use in outage. Have tested it monthly. Starts right up and runs great. Have not had an official test since we have had no further interruptions..

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Jun 8, 2014
Jimkeg
5 out of 5 stars review

Best generator on the market!!!

WOW! Great product for the price! Most reliable piece of equipment I have ever owned!! Highly recommended to whomever is in the market for a portable generator!!

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