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Old 01-20-2017, 08:46 PM   #1
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Default Honda EU2000i Generators

I carry a Honda EU2000i generator and the companion for those boondocking days when there's just not enough solar to run the A/C. When those 2 generators are hooked up together with the parallel cables they push 4000watts, 30Amps of power.
So-that means carrying gasoline. And if I run them for an extended period of time (or share my generator), I have the extra gas tank that allows extended run time.
I just converted both generators to propane. The kit I selected is well-engineered. It allows the flexibility to use gasoline or propane. It modifies the generators to allow them to run until the fuel lines are empty of gasoline. (Unmodified, the generator will immediately shut-off when turned off, leaving gas in the lines.)
When you switch to propane, the last bit of gas in the carburetor bowl is burned out. Nice-it means less risk of leftover gas evaporating and gumming everything up.
The generators run smooth, at idle and under load. Another plus in the design, is the propane regulators are mounted at the propane tank, not to the generator. A hose leads to a quick disconnect at the generator. It's a great design. You can buy a "Y" connector and run both generators from the same propane tank.
I requested, and received a longer hose so I can hook up to my camper's propane tanks and use them while placing the generators on the ground. No-you can't hook them up to the BBQ's low pressure hose at the back of the camper. Not enough propane pressure to run the generators.
Anyway - IF, anyone is interested, the source is Home | Hutch Mountain
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Old 01-21-2017, 04:13 AM   #2
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I also have the Honda eu2000i and companion eu2000i.

I've looked at those propane conversion kits but didn't like the propane regulators hung on the side of the units.

The Hutch Mountain style looks very inviting ~ thank you for sharing.
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So here's a picture of what's involved.
1. Top Left: A carburetor gasket/spacer with a connect for propane.
2. Top Right: New label for the Honda's on/off switch.
3. Bottom Left: Drilling a hole in the top of the generator for the new on/off switch. With new label.
4. Drilling a hole in the top of the generator for the quick disconnect elbow/fitting. That's all that's mounted to the generator that is visible.
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Is there a template to drill the hole in the proper location?
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No template - but the instructions are written by someone who's OCD - takes one to know one. They are clear and concise and give the measurements and reference points on how and where to properly locate the holes. They tell you how to place the switch in the hole so the on/off position is correct with respect to the label. They even tell you the order in which to tighten the nuts/screws when reassembling the air cleaner assembly with the new carb spacer in place. They have clear pictures on where to run the new cable from the on/off switch to the Honda wiring harness, where to run the propane hose from the inside of the quick disconnect elbow to the carb spacer, and even where to put the zip ties (included).
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Sounds like they have all points covered of easy installation.

Did you order direct from Hutch Mountain?

What did the set up cost for both ue2000i's ?
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The entire set up was $438. Pricey but I felt it worth it.

Each conversion kit is $269, the Y-connector is $30. Total $568
There's a $130 discount when ordering two kits. Drops it to $468

As mentioned, I called and talked to a guy named Clay. Tons of information and help. I asked for a 44-inch vac hose for each set up. This will let me place the Y connector and both regulators on one of my camper's large propane tanks and set the generators on the ground-cabling them to the camper's frame.
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The entire set up was $438. Pricey but I felt it worth it.

Each conversion kit is $269, the Y-connector is $30. Total $568
There's a $130 discount when ordering two kits. Drops it to $468

As mentioned, I called and talked to a guy named Clay. Tons of information and help. I asked for a 44-inch vac hose for each set up. This will let me place the Y connector and both regulators on one of my camper's large propane tanks and set the generators on the ground-cabling them to the camper's frame.

That is about what I came up with when I looked. A great setup, just need to determine if the advantage justifies the expense.

Thanks for the info.
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Here's a cool new addition to the Hutch Mountain products - NO - I don't work with or for them. Not affiliated with them. Just impressed with their products.

This kit allows the generator to "run dry" and remove most of the gasoline from the carburetor before it's away for storage. It is the same switch that is found in their propane conversion kits.

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I drain the carb manually before storage -- it is easy, but a switch would be easier!
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