The small air-cooled engines in generators are only going to last between
1500-2500 hours. The one you are talking about is not one of the "premium"
engines so you'll probably be on the lower end of that scale. So at 1500
hours, you're talking 71 weeks. Remember, this is a very rough estimate.
Of course, you can rebuild the engine or even replace it every year or two
and keep a well-running generator. Just build that into your cost.

The main thing in getting the most hours is in doing regular oil changes,
and be sure to use synthetic.


"philkryder" wrote in message
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I was wondering if anyone has any experience with the 410cc Generac
single cylinder engine.

We will be running a unit on propane for 7 hours per day, 3 days per
week (Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday).

What kind of life can we expect?

What problems have you seen?

Thanks
Phil