Found this unit at Northern, 9000 Surge Watts, 7250 Rated Watts, Item# 166114, $800 + $100 shipping. Ron, same unit you purchased?
Powerhorse Portable Generator with Electric Start — 9000 Surge Watts, 7250 Rated Watts | 7,000 - 9,999 Watts | Northern Tool + Equipment
Noticed on Northern's web site, Tech Assistance: Reply to my question:
" We have a technical department that would assist you. If there was a problem, our technical department would set you up with a local service center. It would be in a 50 mile radius of where you are. Our technical department can be reached at 800-222-5381. They are in Monday-Friday, 8-5 central time. "
Ron's suggestion regarding Northern: Northern has a Generac unit, 9375 Surge Watts, 7500 Rated Watts, Electric Start, Model# 5943 ,warranty service from any authorized dealer, with free shipping, total is $130 more than the above, $1030. The local full service company I mentioned earlier proposed a 6500 watt Generac generator. With a transfer or a street/generator switch, approx $1,000+ less expensive buying from Northern, after installation.
Will also look at the Kubota ARX6500 that Jamo mentions.
The street/generator switch approach sure has the benefit of not having to pre-determine the circuits, then managing the load. Locally, requires a building permit and multiple inspections.......