A-I Power SUA2000ID (dual fuel) inverter generator review

[@rickchandler2570]

Bought one today to use in my little teardrop camper. Love having the ability to use propane vs having to go find 100% gas.

[@Jonathan_Taylor]

Thanks for doing this video. I didn't even know propane generators existed. Only searched it on a whim and your video popped up..

[@j.fontes6870]

My pleasure! It was news to me when I started looking for a generator. I appreciate your feedback!

[@socratesvela8285]

Just got mine after Walmart shipped me the gasoline version. Had to fedex it back to them and then they had AI power in CA ship me the iD version. I broke it in (1st hour no load, empty crankcase, replace oil, 2nd hour no load, empty, replace oil and load 50% up to 5 hours, empty crankcase, replace oil and now generator is broken in and ready to use) yesterday and hope to use it in parallel with my SUA2300i. Thanks for the video. I paid $399, so hell of a deal for a dual fuel and probably the best price in its class.

[@davidrichey4695]

Update: It didn’t start initially because the “Low Idle Mode” switch was in the “ON” position (which has the turtle icon = slow idle). To start this generator, the low idle mode switch should be in the “OFF” position (which has the rabbit icon = fast idle). Once it’s started (on fast idle) you can slow the idle by turning “ON” the slow idle mode switch. Best.

[@zeel4550]

What magnetic dipstick did you buy? I couldn't find one that specifically said it would work with this generator.

[@MDWtubeChannel]

Yeah, that was one of the first things it tells you in the manual. Probably should have read it before you made the video.

[@xyzzy1233]

Thanks for the video!! AND showing us what not to do LOL ;-) I'll try to remember that ;-)

[@ericneal1872]

I have two of these that I have run exclusively on propane. I find that the first start after connecting it to propane is hard, requiring several pulls (this is my least favorite thing about these). Restarting, after it has been run previously (even over night) and not disconnected from the propane source is one or two pulls max. I use them for my travel trailer. One, by itself, will run everything on the trailer except the microwave and AC, including charging the battery, on low idle mode. One will run the microwave on high idle. Only time I need two in parallel is to run the AC on the trailer. I keep them at the house for emergencies when not camping. I decided to buy two of these instead of one larger gen that would run the trailer AC, because I knew that I would rarely run the AC, so why deal with the extra weight, noise, and fuel all the time. 95% of the time, one running at low idle is all I need. I have never run out of propane with them so I can't say how long they last on a single tank, but it would be alot of hours. I'm pleased with my purchase.

[@N6EAJ]

You are right. This is the only KZbin video about the SUA2000iD. Strange since people love dual fuel generators so much. Seems like the going price is about $450 now (about $100 less than similar dual fuel Champions). I am interested in a follow up video if you want to share your thoughts after using it for a bit. Thanks.

[@j.fontes6870]

Ha ha i know right! I will definitely try to do a follow up video once I get to actually use it…we haven’t had a single power outage this year (which I guess is actually a good thing) but maybe I’ll get chance to use it this summer.

[@wrongway100]

Like your video I have one on the way from Amazon can't wait to get it I'm doing a lot of winter camping this year

[@jackroche727]

I appreciate you taking the time and effort to review this Generator. Your review was very beneficial in me making the purchase. Great Job

[@j.fontes6870]

Thank you for your kind words, I’m so glad the video was helpful!

[@snarlsbarkley5083]

I have many hours on this generator and it’s better than my Firman 2100 and almost equal to my Yamaha 2000i. It starts easy until about-25C and then you’ll have to bring it inside to warm up. Works great on both propane and gasoline and can handle the claimed wattage. Total bargain. Buy two and parallel them. Update: The motor shit the bed and siezed up so I had to return it. It lasted about 800 hours.

[@yetimann001]

Nice vid, sounds like Bob McKenzie 😉😂😂

[@Realgrande]

Great instructional video, Thanx. Noise level: There is no such thing as a "Quiet" generator. ALL generators are noisy and have to be to run a good load. Also I wonder if the Generator/Inverter is Pure or modified Sine wave or bonded. I tried to run a small window ir conditioner (600w with 900 watt surge) in my RV and it did not get cold though the fan ran. I bought from amazon a bonding plug in the 120 volt outlet and ran the RV power from the 30amp with surge protector and the air conditioner then ran freezing cold. Fact most small generators will not run the RV Air Conditioners that are installed in them, bummer!

[@trumpdanusan]

wrong got air line lol purge first lighty tighten let some out

[@almacdonaldhunter3511]

Do you happen to know the part number for the propane hose/ regulator as I need a new replacement?

[@eh7599]

Great review. Could you do a follow up to show how it is doing 1 or 2 years later? Thx

[@j.fontes6870]

Thx! Will try to do that at some point in the no too distant future. Of course once I bought it I really haven’t needed to use it all that much. So that’s why I have been holding off on making a follow up video. That said I had put it in storage for a number of months, gave it an oil change and it started up right away!

[@MrBaastardo]

Nice 👍 Am thinking of buying that exact model .. what's the spark plug number on this 80cc engine 🚂 .. I want to buy a spare unit before I order .. ThanX 😎

[@AlexO7O4]

Good review

[@j.fontes6870]

Thx!

[@chuckstark4820]

Was wondering if you got the propane tank hole included with it. Or did you have to go out and purchase it separately.

[@huuhaunguyen3630]

It’s included

[@SuperCinemaCraft]

I think I'm going to buy this onstead of a solar panel for my bluetti power station for more reliable charging when I can just drive around or get wall power somewhere or I don't have sun

[@MrMawnster]

You don't need a new one you just get the old tank refilled man! Looks like you got a new tank...unless your other one was past the safety date

[@j.fontes6870]

Thx for the tip!

[@socratesvela8285]

especially as empty new tanks cost at least $70 usd, costco had one for $40.

[@TrueNorthZero]

maybe he exchanged it

[@philliprporter]

Did it come with the gas line and gas regulator? Thank you

[@j.fontes6870]

Yes it did!

[@2010stoof]

How's she holding up? I just got the 2700 dual fuel one but can't find any reviews on it. On sale for $479 at sam's right now

[@j.fontes6870]

So far so good! Haven’t had to use it much, but when I do, it works as it should right away. So glad I picked this one up and am contemplating buying a second to run in parallel.

[@elijahrideout6618]

Hi, Why the magnetic dipstick? Which magnetic dipstick did you purchased on Amazon?

[@j.fontes6870]

One reviewer said that as time goes on metal shavings start to come off of the gears, so the dipstick will attract the metal shavings rather than it move with the oil, and mess up the engine. Made sense, and even after the last oil change I noticed metal shaving on the dipstick! Here is the one I bought…Atima Magnetic Oil Dipstick with Oil Change Funnel Mess Free for Wen 56200i 56203i 56202i 56235i Generac 7117 GP2200i Predator 62523 625233

[@kbach6524]

@@j.fontes6870it’s possible you see a lot of shavings at first , due to the brand new gears and other parts “settling in” and homing against their neighbors, and after the first couple hundred hours you have less. Magnet dipstick is probably a good idea.

[@Marcusblade]

umm Run time power out put ?????? the reason I have not got one because it says 4 hour run time? thats Ridiculous

[@alenmadaric9115]

4 hours on less than a gallon of fuel at full load .I get about 9 hours at 50% load, and the reason I bought it is that you get up to 30 hours on a single 20 pound propane tank ...propane is much cheaper than gasoline ..at least here in Canada,which means it is very cost effective .

[@dgunearthed7859]

thanks for the video. Would you or anyone else here know if since this is ALREADY a dual fuel ie propane, would it EASILY be converted to run natural gas? I have the natural gas line out to the bbq, so it would be great if it could be converted.

[@j.fontes6870]

Sorry, I don't know the answer to that.

[@dgunearthed7859]

@@j.fontes6870 next video topic. You're welcome 😊 jk no it's cool

[@JeffMcAhren]

I just bought this same unit, and am also interested in connecting to my grill gas outlet. I have read that there is a good chance that 'it will just work', but maybe with a little less power generated (even less than the propane spec). I haven't tried it though, and I don't know why they wouldn't list it as tri-fuel if this was the case. I'm very curious to know the answer.

[@jamesbenedict5062]

on mine, I bleed the air out of the lp gas line before connecting it to the generator, still takes a few pulls to start, but about half as many times

[@mattg6472]

How mine wont start

[@stettan1754]

Very useful!

[@donovanw.2943]

Thanks for the info. Why didn't it start? What did you change to get it to start?

[@JeffMcAhren]

If you watch closely at around the 3:30 mark, he switches the upper left switch up, which is the "ENGINE" (run) switch. Up is "ON" down is "OFF", and it started on the first pull after switching it to ON, and he said, "I had the wrong button". The first issue might have been an empty propane cylinder.

[@joupapa25]

Where i found the carburator dual of this model?

[@aidenschvatkok5732]

Good chance it’s exactly the same carb as a dual fuel champion 2000w

[@2010stoof]

How long can you run on a full tank of propane?

[@j.fontes6870]

Not sure since I haven’t needed to use this generator much since I bought it. That said seems to last many hours on one tank.

[@stevewaterfield4862]

I've done that before. 🙂

[@bonnielinder9516]

Where did you buy the conversion kit?

[@2010stoof]

It's designed to run off either from factory. Almost all ai power generator have a gas only version and a dual fuel. My 2700 dual fuel due to arrive today. There's a switch on it from factory and comes with the hose and regulator

[@SuperCyril2]

I believe this generator has a Yamaha motor. They had to rebrand it as Senci.

[@spencer0600]

About how long does this generator run on a tank of propane? Thanks for your review- it was quite helpful!

[@j.fontes6870]

Thanks! I haven't needed to run it for long since there hasn't been any power outages yet but once I do I'll try to remember to post it.

[@Frenchie1184]

@@j.fontes6870 I've seen somewhere 24 hrs with a full propane bottle.

[@TnTTyler]

How much does it weigh? Specs says 100lbs i'm having a hard time believing that something this small weighs that much

[@Frenchie1184]

46 lbs

[@aliceinchainz3003]

u do know everyone was screamin turn the low idle off bro.

[@YESHUAESYUDHEIVAVHEI]

It’s loud

[@socratesvela8285]

It is a bit loud, but for dual fuel at $399, it is hell of a deal. You can get 58db at about 50 ft on eco mode

[@sangkang6294]

How long does it last on a full tank of propane?

[@j.fontes6870]

Not sure but seems to last very long

[@aecon1control1]

One article I read said one 20 lbs tank can supply this unit up to 30 hrs