I really only considered this one and the Honda 2200i. It really came down to power and cost. I wanted dual fuel because I don't like carrying the extra gas tanks. An extra propane tank fits in the steel compartment on the T@B. Outfitting the Honda to dual fuel is an extra expense too. I know folks say a single Honda runs…
@N7SHG_Ham Oh, I get that, no question. Though I'd note that we're talking a single "system" here and not the entire vehicle and no, I'd never consider a teardrop at half the price of the 400 (nor one at double the price for that matter)! Caveat Emptor... Many of you folks out there have done more research than I have on…
Just unpacked filled with oil, and am running it through the 5 hr break-in. My question is about grounding. Do i need to make a neutral bond adapter to plug into one of the generator's 15amp receptacles to make this work with trailer?
@cottonmouth thanks for this post! I know at some point I will break down and buy a generator and I’m looking towards dual fuel as I don’t want to deal with gas unless I have to. I like working with propane. Question for all. If I buy a dual fuel unit do I ever have to deal with the gas part until I need it? Or do I need…
This has digressed a little; we may not be talking about the 3500w dual fuel champion any longer. I just want to point out it has a 192cc engine. The Honda 3000i, which is more comparable, has a 163cc engine.
@CrabTab Thanks for the follow up on that. Well, I was going to rig up a come-along winch attached to an A-frame that mounts on the bumper...ok...kidding. ;) That is what's keeping me from going with this one. That and the fact that it's not dual fuel. I had Cummins Onan onboard genset on my boat and it was a rock solid…
@cottonmouth Thanks for the prompt reply. Debating between a 3500-4500W unit or twin 2200 type units. As you mentioned, like the dual fuel option. For sake of my clarity, if I'm using a plug-in EMS I do not need to be concerned about this. Use of the neutral bond adapter only applies to built-in EMS systems. Correct or all…
You have surmised correctly about the neutral bond plug @AirBoss. Dual fuel intrigues me too. I didn't really see these a year or two ago (maybe I just needed to search better). Question- How're you going to heft that 4500W generator into the Dino-killer? My aging joints would opt for the twins and a parallel link (FWIW).…
@Verna Yes, I've seen those and they are very useful. Much like a davit used to hoist a dinghy out of the water onto a boat. Unfortunately the Tahoe is an SUV not a P/U so it would be a bit problematic. It seems I may have to choose between larger/heavier dual fuel or smaller/lighter gas only model. The search…
Interesting that many aspects of same discussion are spread out over at least 4 threads. Forum information and opinions contributed heavily to key criteria in "which generator is best for our needs" decision making process. I'm the last person to jump on the high end product bandwagon. In our case propane was tantamount.…