Posted 11/29/2015 20:17 (#4927470 - in reply to #4927443) Subject: RE: What size portable generator to run 5hp air compressor?
Statesville, NC
It would be best if you could try a generator before you buy. Maybe a neighbor or someone has one you could try to see what it takes to start it. With a smaller frame motor I would think you would need at least a 7000 running watts to start it.