Generator Recommendation for 2020 T@b 400 BDL

The Honda 2200i seems to be the best fit for a TaB, it is relatively small and easy to Cary, can be converted to propane, and will run the CoolCat AC.  If I find I need a generator, this is the model I am going to get.  

I personally think Honda wins every time, but if you are looking at just purchase price, probably lots of me too's to choose from.

One thing a Honda 2200i has vs most if not all other clones in the 2000w class of generators is more displacement, around 120cc for the Honda vs around 80cc for others. That is 50% bigger engine and yet they all rate about same on power output. When the going is near the ragged edge, the Honda will grunt and keep going, the others will overload.

I decided as long as I was not looking at cheapest but best camper when I purchased a Tab, might as well continue the theme on a generator

I bought mine new with a propane conversion installed, it no longer has a gasoline tank, propane only. From experience the propane will start and run the CoolCat on a Tab 400 at 3000 feet elevation, it does struggle to start the AC, but no issues once running. I will add a MicroAir soft start when I have time, that should make it easier on both the AC and the generator.

@runaway30 about $1600 complete to include new generator. I purchased a Genconnex conversion. I got the companion model from the start, figured if I wanted to parellel it later much easier to find a standard model. https://genconnexdirect.net/honda_propane_modified_generators.htm#xl_EU2000i

We use a Predator 3500 from Harbor Freight, they give us a new one every year you just have to buy the warranty each year. They can be converted to propane if desired. Yes, it is close to 100 lbs. but I have no payload concerns with the TV we use. You can run everything all at the same time if desired, no concerns about starting AC etc. Plus, it has electric start which is another bonus if my wife ever needed to start it by herself.

Brad

@TwoRoamers I don't think that the Honda eu2000i would handle every situation with your new 400. I previously lived at 6000' and now live at 5000'. The Honda eu2200i worked fine at 6000' except on the extremely hot days where it would bounce a bit on a/c startup or cycle. Seriously! One time last year before my Easy Start installation, the 2200i actually failed to start the a/c and stopped, so I knew it was time for the Easy Start. 
Good luck with your new rig. Try your generator out where you camp. At worst, you buy a new generator if you need it. 

The Soft Start mod is grand, even when using shore power it makes starting the CoolCat less noisy and smoother running.
cheers