I'll bet that your estimate of 1.1 X the running amps is way low. You could try the elect motor by temp wiring it to a switch and the 60 amp circuit, just the motor, no splitter. Different motors have vastly different starting current loads. While the motor is coming up to rated speed, the amp draw is big and then tapers off to be close to the amount needed for the load. This test can be done with a clamp on ammeter set to AC. Do not use the internal amp function of your normal VOM, it will become instant smoke. The clamp on needs to surround ONE of the power lead wires, NOT the extension cord you might be using. Then the starting amps needed when the motor is connected to the hydraulic pump is even much greater (but that depends on the hyd pump, the viscosity of the hyd oil, and the temp of the oil).
So my best guess is that we do not have a clue what size generator is needed for starting this load. Only testing will help you determine if your 5500 watt gen is usable.
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