1 Year Sitting - Will the Predator 13,000W Start?

Harbor Freight Predator 13,000 watt generator cold start test after sitting unused for over one year. In this video, I test a Predator 13000W generator from Harbor Freight running on propane in cold weather before an incoming winter storm. This Predator generator has not been started in over a year, making this a real-world long-term storage and reliability test. I check the oil level, connect the propane supply, and see how well the Harbor Freight Predator 13,000 watt generator starts on a cold day. This is also my first time running the Predator 13000 generator on a 100-lb propane tank, instead of the typical 20-lb tank. I show the propane hookup, regulator connection, and startup process to see how the generator performs after long-term storage. Many people choose the Harbor Freight Predator generator as a whole-house backup power option or emergency generator. Running a generator on propane has several advantages: Propane fuel does not go bad in storage Cleaner burning than gasoline Reliable cold-weather starting Ideal for emergency power outages and winter storms I also inspect my generator inlet box to make sure everything is dry and ready to supply power if needed. Toward the end of the video, I give a preview of an upcoming project installing magnetic LED work lights on a Kubota tractor ROPS. If you own a Harbor Freight Predator generator or are considering one, this video shows what to expect after long-term storage and why it’s important to test your generator before a storm hits. 👍 Like, subscribe, and check out my other Predator generator, equipment, and DIY videos.