I live in virginia we just lost power due to tropical storm micheal.So I finally had some money and was searching around for a good generator. I went to lowes and found the last GENERAC GP 6500 CO-SENSE it was brand new but box was messed up so lowes gave me a discount. I have always heard there great generators this is my first time buying one,and I'm very very impressed.The set up was easy just putting on 2 wheels and 2 front rubber stoppers.Put oil that came with in,and filled it up with gas,one pull and bam started right up.I filled it up and started so far 3 times and everytime one easy pull starts up easy.Not 2 loud I have it bout 12 ft front of my door hardly hear it in the den which is near it in a double wide trailer.My family is happy thanks 2 Generac I like the features and is safe for my family I also notice which is rare for a generator it doesn't get to hot which makes it safe for my lil ones walking by.I don't have it hooked up 2 house yet just running 2 cords to house with 3 ways on it,and have it going to 3 of my big fish tanks,fridge,freezer,tv,playstation microwave,everything is running great which I was worried at first.I highly recommended your product to anyone now thanks to generac great generators my family is happy:)

I just received the shipment and set it up for test run. The setup was easy (using my tractor to get it lifted off the pallet so I could install the wheels). Started right up and made electricity, so all good. Then ran it back out of fuel and disconnected the battery so it would store well. Overall, all systems go. Needed this size to run my 5HP well and some other selected items during power outages for hurricanes. Couple of points: 1. Generator arrived missing the fuel supply line from tank to carb. I didn't want to call and wait for Generac to ship me one, since I know it was only a $5 purchase at the local auto parts store. 2. It would be nice for the instructions to give a recommended amount of oil to add at initial set up. I had to add a little, then check the stick, and repeat until I figured out it took ALMOST 2 quarts. For fear of overfilling, that took longer than it should.

Dealer made purchase very easy, put generator together while I waited and showed full operation of the equipment. Product is heavy but easy to move, gas shut off makes it easy to relocate the equipment without flooding the carb and smelling up the SUV.

This generator has it all. Electric start, hour meter, circuit breaker switch. So I was a bit surprised it did not have automatic idle. I might be wrong but it seems to run full blast 24/7. If I am mistaken please let me know. Apart from that feature, the generator runs fantastic. A bit loud but I can live with that. For thhe power rating I'm happy.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This generator was fairly easy to put together, the wheels roll this generator around with ease also handle makes it very easy to help wheels move. I love this product is very portable, this generator looks to be very heavy duty. This generator has a generous amount of 3 prong plugs, that have a rubber cover to keep these plugs in great condition when not in use. It has a hour meter which is pretty awesome to let you know your aproximate running time. This generator is very easy to start and can be transported in vehicle if needed. This product is definately great if there is a emergency and you need light etc. This generator is very well made of hard metals and hard plastics, all bolts hold parts securely in place. I love the directions are written clearly on generator no fumbling through thousands of pages, it has everything from dangers to warnings and pictured instructions how to properly function device. You can also visibly see what every button and switch is for so there is no confusion. This generator is brightly colored on top so I can definately spot this generator in my garage with no stress or searching. I used generator for a t.v and a couple lights and it worked great had a long runtime and was very surprised how much poewr this generator has. I am very happy with this product I would definately recommend to others.

The previous Generac generator was run in a plastic garden box that had two doors and a roof that you could raise for ventilation. I ran that generator for 15 years before it gave up the ghost. With the new generator with the co sensor it will not allow me to run it in that box. I had to run it outside in a rain storm. Anybody have an idea what I can use to protect the generator in bad weather that won't blow away?

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] In the brief time we've had the GP 8000E, it has worked flawlessly. The unit arrives well packaged and protected and mostly assembled. I had to install the wheels, handle, battery cables and fill it with oil (included). A layperson could easily do this but it helps to have a partner to lift the unit to put the wheels on. The machine fired right up with both the electric start and pull cord and worked as advertised. For my application, there are plenty of power outputs and it's easy to understand the control panel. The machine seems very well built and there aren't any obvious quality shortcuts. I haven't had a chance to plug in the battery charger but that's a nice touch so you don't have to buy a separate battery tender. Competitive price, well-built unit, intuitive controls – what more could you ask for?

Being a new home owner I always thought about power going out. Well power went out! Went to local hardware store many different options I've heard from other people generac was top of the line a little pricey but well worth it. Will recommend to anyone I know

Great generator for the price! easy set up. It also will be easy to maintain.Easy to start. just to see what i could run with it i put it through its paces. I ran 5 lights, 2 fans, 3 electric heaters, well pump, refrigerator, freezer, heat lamp, garage door opener. it ran all of it without any problem. I was bold enough to run all the above and turn on the hot water tank. now thats when the generator knew it had a load on it for sure. overall great product! its all i need if the power goes out. its even wife friendly.

We was dealing with a major power outage, after looking at several other brands, I went with this brand and size, because everything I have heard, I trusted it. This unit was perfect, it provided power for my side by side fridge, and two upright freezers with plenty to spare. While others were sitting in the dark, we was sitting in a well lit living room eating supper. Love my new Generac generator.