Why Every Portable Generator Needs a Magnetic Dipstick

I spent way too much money upon my portable electrical generator to let the few tiny metallic shavings ruin the engine, that is exactly why I found a magnetic dipstick the same day I purchased the device. If you've actually owned a little inverter generator—think of the well-known ones from brands like Honda, Predator, or Champion—you probably noticed something a bit concerning within the owner's manual. Many of these small engines don't actually have the real oil filter. ...

April 4, 2026 · 6 min · Chris Warn