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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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  2. 4 stars14% (245)
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Aug 13, 2014
finpower
4 out of 5 stars review

just purchased so can't say good or bad.

There are a lot of exposed wires that could be better enclosed so the chance of them catching on anything and getting damaged. Starts easy, easy to put together.

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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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Oct 14, 2015
Bob
5 out of 5 stars review

This product has great ease of operation

After moving to a bigger home I needed a more powerful backup generator. Found this unit to be just right for the job. Good price for a quality piece of equipment. Very easy to operate!

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Nov 15, 2014
strose716
5 out of 5 stars review

Gets the job done!!

Just purchased yesterday. So far so good. Easy installation and set up. Great alternative to whole house generator. Will power most of your home during outages.

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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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Mar 14, 2023
Bernard
3 out of 5 stars review

Missing part

I just bought a 9200. It was easy to assemble and it works fine. The problem is that the 20 feet 20 amp cord was missing. Customer center was nice and shipped me …the wrong part, a key woodruff. I hope that I will finally get the correct part.

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Mar 30, 2012
RMBAKER
5 out of 5 stars review

Works well on the jobsite

I have mine installed in a custom trailer and use it to power all my electronics, AC and hydraulic system. It's been extremely reliable and easy to maintain.

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Mar 12, 2021
Driveguy
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Generator for the Price!

This is a good value for a 30 amp generator. Generac has the best warranty, this unit is easy to use. I purchased it as a stand by generator. Easy starting and good features.

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Feb 6, 2019
Steve
5 out of 5 stars review

GP8000E

Product is an excellent buy compared to other competitive products. Easy to operate and can be moved without any difficulty. I would recommend this product to others who do not want to spend for a outside permanent generator.

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Dec 27, 2014
Gale54
4 out of 5 stars review

this generator will provide me with the power I need

I just purchased this generator earlier this month and have not had a chance/need to use it. Assembly was minimal and easy. My # evaluation is just a guess as I have not used the generator yet.

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