Champion Inverter Generator 100520 with tri fuel kit

This is my Champion Inverter Generator model # 100520 with a US Carb tru fuel kit. I also made a power meter consumption box that displays current draw based on wattage, volts and amperage. Links are posted below to most of the equipment I used.
Champion Inverter Generator: www.championpowerequipment.co...
US Carburetion Tri Fuel kit: motorsnorkel.com/product/moto...
Current draw meter from Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Project box: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Female L14-30 outlet: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Male L14-30 outlet: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...

[@Ozzie4Para]

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[@nhokboqn123]

*100% best **Generater.Systems** I have used. A test for hurricane prep here in Louisiana: three AC units, 5000, 5000 & 8000, 3 fridges, 2 device power setups, 4 flat screens....AND I had 40% of the power meter to spare.*

[@sparklander]

Thank you for producing this video of the Champion generator. It seems like it will fulfill all of your electrical needs when the power is out. Thank you for sharing the links to the products you used.

[@craigieb]

Extremely well-done video. My 100520 is on the way, and you have me stoked! I'm also seriously considering the US Carb kit, too. Thanks for this!!

[@briankerr7406]

Hey Ozzie thanks for raising the standards of you tube videos.You definitely know your facts and it was well detailed on a much needed subject. I like your fully functional and explained project box which is a good guideline to know where you are at with voltage and loading without clipping on an amprope every time.I would say for sure you will see all your innovations implemented in Champions generators sooner than later.

[@pevelyhomeowner327]

Thanks Ozzie, I looking to upgrade my backup generator to an inverter and this confirmed my selection. Champion should thank you and maybe get you some upgrades and test runs on new products. 👍👍

[@nholt]

Great review! Thank you for mentioning minisplits. I have a 5 minisplit heads in my house so I'm glad to hear this generator will power them. Although I won't run every single one.

[@crumptoncycles]

Thanks for tri-fuel tutorial. I too just bought this generator after having been without power in central Texas for 5 days. My house is equipped with inverter minis-plits and I was not willing to risk damaging them with my Generac 5500. We woke up to 40f temps and seeing our breath every morning. I'm looking forward to adding this propane option since we have a 250gallon tank on the property.

[@josephhall1241]

A wonderful informative video that you did a great job in presentation of. I just ordered the same model ( Champion 100520 ) yesterday with the tri-fuel kit as I will run it on Natural Gas. I have been using mini-split HVAC units for over 7 years and a (Heat-Pump water heater) almost 2 years, great choices for almost anyone unless they live where it is cold more often than warm.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thanks for the nice words. You'll like your new generator.

[@johnrobertson5627]

Fantastic video, informative, you save me a lot of time searching for the conversion parts , like the idea of the tach for tuning, brilliant!!

[@59vaughn]

I've got a 3k continuous gas model, it's done well for four days straight ....it's sat for three yrs with occasional starts, run the carb bowl dry to keep the carb clean at shutdown, ...switching to the us nat gas unit soon....west Louisiana storms are an occasion..good vid....nice unit...I love Honda too..just a little pricey...

[@satxtrap]

Hey Ozzie, that pass thru ammeter idea was awesome. When I saw all the parts listed I was like "Oh I am so going to do this for my genny" and then quickly found out there was no schematic. Being a electrical wiring noob of little knowledge but tons of caution I took a screen shot of the innards of it when you were holding it up and managed to figure out how to get it wired. All the parts came in this weekend and to my great amazement works it like a champ. Thanks for posting the video and inspiring me to try something new.

[@Ozzie4Para]

You're welcome. I learned how to build mine from KZbin.

[@richardjones647]

Great video. I just bought this gen and am planning a similar setup. For the 5 hour break-in period, I like that you changed the oil more frequently than required. Its a small price to pay for the extra assurances. I also found a magnetic dipstick for this model to help with removing the metal shards during the break-in. Hope this info helps someone.

[@spiderninjja]

I just want to say THANK YOU! also that box doesn't look ghetto at all that box is legit.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thank you.

[@fcervinka]

Great review. Love the tri-fuel info and the project box. I've been looking for a way to meter a 30A/240 set up. Plus the 30A to 50A mod is great.

[@michaelcarne3565]

Thanks, Ozzie. I just ordered the conversion kit. Best wishes.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@hendersonsobers396]

Thanks for the video. I've gotten some good ideas from it for my own generator project.

[@noz455sd]

Nice! I’m gonna pick one of these up to save my mini splits from THD issues....

[@Ozzie4Para]

I have four mini splits and my generator runs them all.

[@ImapatriotUSA]

Ozzie you did a great job. Amazon had this genset for $917 and because of you I ordered this same "Champ" today. After gasoline break-in I will install the tri-fuel kit to use mostly natural gas. Thank you my friend. God bless you.

[@Ozzie4Para]

You’re welcome. Good luck.

[@benlyons7752]

Nice pick. I watched your last video too. Great job and I commend you on making videos showing your setup.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@minituck04]

5 people on here got their feelings hurt. Stumbled across this video. Very thorough Ozzie. Great review and will def keep in mind when it comes to buying a bigger generator. We are a little south of Houston so we deal with just as many hurricanes. Currently have the Harbor Freight predator gen. Great unit but time to get something bigger. Champion has been on my radar for a good while especially now that Texas froze over.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I think you'll like the Champion line of generators. I did a lot of research on generators and I chose Champion because they have tons of good reviews and they are very reasonably priced.

[@itsmyguitar]

Really cool! I wanted a dual fuel inverter of that size, but they don't seem to make them. Good stuff.

[@carlosrubio3085]

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR TIME ,,VERY HELP FULL

[@JAcosta]

Great review! Thanks for all the info!

[@rafeone9808]

Thanks for the video. Just got one set up for next storm that blows through.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Glad it helped

[@GreatDataVideos]

I bought the same generator lately, along with the Champion 41537 Natural Gas / Propane Conversion Kit (didn't fit well, so I'm now getting the US Carb kit you're using). You're right that it's not quiet, so I ordered a 45' cable to put it farther from the house. I also have the Reliance Controls 31410CRK transfer switch that I'll wire to my electrical panel. I like the idea of of adding a tachometer and I'll look into mini-splits -- nice tips! I appreciate your professionalism -- well done!

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thanks for the nice response. I love my mini split systems even though my six year old 4 ton HVAC runs just fine. I only run this system every three or four months for about an hour just to keep the freon in the system moving somewhat actively. But my mini split systems are what cools and heats my house. They use much less electricity when compared to traditional HVAC systems. And just like I said in my video, my new inverter generator can run them just fine. Although it'll be pretty rare that I run all four mini split systems at once during a power outage but at least I know my inverter generator can do the job if need be.

[@ryanhenderson4395]

Any issues running gasoline while using the US Carb adapter snorkel? I want to run both gasoline and NG.

[@GreatDataVideos]

@@ryanhenderson4395 I've had problems getting it to run on propane, but it runs fine on gas with the snorkel installed.

[@BS-gp1wv]

Thanks for the great informative video! Subscribed.

[@Ozzie4Para]

You’re very welcome! 😀

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Hi Ozzie - I think I've commented on your videos before. Great stuff!

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thank you so much!

[@Honestandtruth]

Great job Ozzie.....👍👏

[@jstrunck]

Thanks for sharing! I am in the market for a Westinghouse or a Champion generator. But like you said, I am looking for the lowest THD( 3% is the lowest I have found so far) rating possible so my other "modern" electronics with chincy switched mode power supplies don't witch and complain. But the way, I like the box! I have a few meters around here i can use. Box was cheap enough and I bet Home Depot has something similar. Anyways, good job and thanks for posting. John

[@DarrenWigfield]

3600 RPM is required in a normal generator because that works out to 60hz, which is what the US power grid provides. An inverter generator crates the waveform electronically in the inverter, which means the engine is free to speed up or slow down automatically, depending on the electrical demand.

[@Skunked68]

Excellent video dude!! Your brain is fine tuned 3600 rpm to figure that all out. 20+ years prior home I grew weary of gas only gen, a fussy fuel to keep fresh, carb not gummed. I’m definitely heading in direction of propane now, I’ll subscribe to your channel in case I wish to add natural gas for a more limitless energy supply. Or figure out a larger propane tank system, a couple hundred gallon “mini-pig” would be nice. I’ve pondered hurricanes at 100 mph across hundreds of miles perhaps for days on end, and tropical humidity+heat. Uff da the Norwegian-Americans say. I’m used to northern climate, less broad, more pin pointedness “Russian roulette” of tornadoes, terrible winds lasting 1/2 hour max. I’d be more terrified if 100 mph+ lasted for multiple days!! Of course we get polar vortex brutally cold and very freeze dangerous blizzards that last a day or two. Below zero to 30 below and windchills like 40 below. It’s a very good thing to have emergency power available north or south. Plus I remain concerned about the warnings we’ve heard for years on the vulnerability of our electric grid potentially internet hacked. One would think “the grid” would get completely separate fiber optic control cables buried with nothing to do with any global “internet” for homeland security purposes. Champion seems to be brand I’m buying. Besides clean DC inverter, it shall have wheels and handle. Since no volatile and smelly gas stored in the tank, I can roll it through walk-out basement patio door to utility/storage room. Out of weather and away from mice, not chained against theft. And I’ll put on e-calendar recurring reminders to roll it out about every 2 months to exercise it, to know it will work when called on, very important. I see some folk have located where to buy magnetic dipsticks to grab the little metal bits from the oil. Likely less after fully broke in. Amazon might have one if correct sized, for reasonable. Thanks again for all that great info.

[@frontxxrunner]

I installed a US Carb tri fuel kit some years ago on an old coleman powermate. It worked well and was a quality product. Fast forward to today and I wanted to replace my old generator. I purchased the Firman Tri Fuel generator. Between the $700 price, and not needing to spend almost $200 on the aftermarket tri-fuel kit, it made sense for me. Yes, the THD is high on the unit, but it's also equipped with a automatic voltage regulator, allowing it to power my house and use sensitive electronics without worrying it will fry them. But you have a great generator there, and nice job with the install of the tri-fuel kit. Hope it works out great for you.

[@acort10]

How has the firman been working for you with their voltage regulator? Any appliances damaged?

[@frontxxrunner]

@@acort10 nothing has ever been damaged, but I've been fortunate to not need to utilize my generator for any long periods of time, so I only have a small time sample to refer to when answering your question.

[@acort10]

@@frontxxrunner makes sense. I’m looking at champion open frame inverters. Their small 4200w model is rated for 20+ hours on gas or 20lb propane for dual fuel. Their 6250w and 8750w I’ve only seen in gas.

[@B81Mack]

Great job! 👍

[@Boycott_Wendys]

Heck yes man, that's a good video 👍

[@ikaceman1]

Very nice video. I am buying one because of this

[@Ozzie4Para]

Ian Kiefer you’ll like it. It’s not a super powerhouse generator but it’s a very safe one. This will give u piece of mind knowing your sensitive electronic items in your home won’t be damaged by possible high THD.

[@villumschroeder1255]

I had the same exact thoughts: $4,500 for a Honda EU7000is? No way!

[@rightsgains6143]

Thanks for the view!!

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thanks for the view

[@jonathontalley]

Excellent video! I'm looking at this exact same model and was curious if the tri fuel kit would work on it. I have the tri fuel kit for my generac 5kw but with my new home automation switches I need to switch to the inverter style for cleaner power. Thanks so much. This just sold me on this generator. Now to find it in stock lol

[@Ozzie4Para]

Yeah, I ordered the MSK3101 kit from the US Carb website for the 420cc engine which is what's on the Champion 100520 inverter generator. The kit was super easy to install and it required very little modifications to the generator other than drilling the two holes in the frame to mount the regulator. I'm super happy with my generator so far even though I did downsize from my 100110 model that did have more power. That's okay because I was able to afford to lose some output power in exchange for the cleaner power that these inverter generators provide. I see they are out of stock on Amazon's site which is where I bought mine. Crazy thing is Amazon raised the price by $100 on this generator not 24 hours later after I ordered mine. Supply and demand at its finest I suppose.....

[@jonathontalley]

Ozzie Alarcon yup I’ve seen the 5kw model go from 884 to 996 to 1102. All over but typical for Amazon. Thanks a ton for the video

[@jprabago1714]

It's a nice generator. I come across to your channel searching for a good backup home generator. Unfortunately, it's not available in the philippines. We only have diesel and unleaded option here.

[@danielcraig9349]

You put the lift handle on correctly! Most people on here have it backwards. lol

[@jbhobbyist9372]

You could install a micro-air soft start unit on your 4 ton and get rid of the 4 mini splits.

[@B81Mack]

Very well presented and informative. On eco-mode and under light load; how low will RPM drop?

[@region-7]

Good Video!

[@mosswareproaudio6328]

I did a test run on my Champion Power Equipment 100520 8750-Watt DH Series Open Frame Inverter today. Number 1 problem is RFI. If you have AM Radios, then forget this generator. The RFI is no where near as low as my 1990 Honda EX4500 which does not interfere with my AM radios. This Champion 100520 will not be replacing my EX4500. It will remain a good higher wattage back up.

[@brithor52]

Ozzie, nice job on the mods and the video. I recently installed an interlock kit and the power inlet box and wiring in my house. I tried it out with my old General GP5500 and it worked fine. I went to the trouble of installing a switch that allows me to choose bonded or floating neutral. I flip to floating for whole house use and if I ever use it as a remote portable unit I’ll flip it back to bonded neutral. The 100520 has a bonded neutral and I like to know if you have modified your to be a floating neutral or if you just plug it in as shipped out of the box?

[@ItsaboutMakingnotBuying]

I mounted a watt meter right on my Champion Gen/Inverter.

[@GH-wt7ww]

Great video I picked up a Wen 8750/7000 inverter generator and looks identical in design to yours. Can you tell me the size brass connector your are using coming off the regulator to connect gas hose? Thanks

[@drvinculum]

Thanks for posting the video! Does the eco mode work while running on propane or is it always at full speed?

[@Ozzie4Para]

Eco mode does work on propane but I never use it.

[@spqr105]

In your opinion, is tuning the gas block based on the integrated hz meter to 60hz a reliable method for dialing in the generator instead of a tachometer? I know it's difficult to tune these inverters unless you put a heavy load on it like you did to get close to 3600rpm. Just wanted your take. Thanks.

[@dougaegerter2079]

The Champion web site states that a dual fuel option isn't available. A local dealer stated that modifying the unit in any way would void the warranty. Obviously, it can be done, do you have any concerns regarding the warranty? Also, do you have a part number for the carburetor? The link below opens another youtube video? Thanks for your video it's well done.

[@frontxxrunner]

I'd worry less about the warranty as long as it's running fine prior to installing the tri-fuel kit. For me personally I'm more concerned with making it work for my needs.

[@blackbeardrrr]

Awesome, Awesome video, Ozzie! Hey where did you get that dolly from? It fits the generator perfectly!

[@Ozzie4Para]

blackbeardrrr I bought it from Harbor Freight. But I have since then made a better one out of 3/4” plywood with 4” castes. Works great!

[@outbackproduction5720]

Great video, thanks for taking the time to make it. Do you know what the consumption rate is (eco mode off) with propane? Keep us all updated on how it works out for you.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Outback Production not sure what u mean in terms of consumption rate. But the way I calculate things. I’ll have about 5600W continuous power available while running on propane. I did some testing earlier and I was able to pull 6000W on propane and the generator ran just fine.

[@outbackproduction5720]

@@Ozzie4Para What I mean is, compared to gas the generator at 50% load could run for 10.5 hours with a 4.2 gal tank. So that's 0.4 gallons an hour. Im just wondering how it compares to propane. Thanks!

[@Ozzie4Para]

Outback Production I can’t answer your question because I haven’t tested the usage in terms of propane consumption within a set time frame. I have a 100 gallon propane tank which I know should give me around five days of 24/7 running power.

[@outbackproduction5720]

Ok thanks. Keep us updated on how the generator works for you.

[@mts8008]

Great Video! I am looking to pick one up and was interesting in converting to work with propane as I was unable to find any stock inverter that has both propane and a L14-30R connector. Any idea how long the run time is on a 20LB tank?

[@mts8008]

Never mind I see you answered outback below who asked the same question.

[@balekwa44]

This is an awesome video. Any chance you would build and sell an additional meter box? Would love to have that feature, but not sure I'd have the patience to build one. :) Again, really awesome video.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thanks for the nice compliment. I don't know if I'd have the patience to build another one mainly because of the amount of work it took me just to build this box. I'm very OCD which means I wanted to make sure both meters were perfectly centered and they lined up with each other just perfectly. This is to say nothing about how much time and effort it took to wire up both male and female ends of the cable connections. I used 8 gauge wire which tends to be kind of difficult to work with once you begin to cut the cables short enough so they fit inside the box while not having excess wire inside the box which was already pretty cramped.

[@ryanhenderson4395]

Nice video, questions: with the US Carb kit are you still able to run on gasoline without removing the snorkel? Looking at that snorkel design it seems like it would block the choke. Any fitment issues with filter box after adding snorkel? Thank you!

[@Ozzie4Para]

The generator runs fine with the snorkel installed. That's the whole point of this kit. It'll run on gasoline, LP or natural gas.

[@spqr105]

What would happen if I pushed this machine too hard on natural gas? Would it still out before it blew up? It's tough to know how much load I can put on it with natural gas. Or am I just to assume once it hits about 3600rpms that it's maxed out?

[@eliseogzz]

Ozzie wanted to start off by saying thanks for the videos man, very helpful. I have the same setup as you, seems like the generator runs hot in LP , do you experience the same?

[@Ozzie4Para]

I sold my generator setup a few months ago because I needed to move. But I never noticed any difference in behavior with my generator while running LP or gasoline. It always ran the same either way.

[@jimmycoumanis7008]

Great video! Very helpful on making my decision on buying this model. Do you believe in Iridium spark plugs on portable generators or inverters...specifically this model?

[@Ozzie4Para]

I wouldn’t think different types of spark plugs would help. Of course I could be wrong.

[@vicb8975]

Really enjoyed your video. I decided to order the same Gen set based on what happened in Texas. Used to live there last year, now in AZ. Can you give me the model number of your NG/LP adapter? Thanks.

[@wildncrazyguytv]

Did you have to make a modification to the choke? I have the exact same model and I’m trying to install the tri-fuel kit. Thank you!

[@powdernitz]

eco mode is less about sound... and more about it'll only use enough power necessary for what's linked to it. it can gauge what's connected to it and only use the right amount of power to be more fuel efficient. but it shouldn't be activated until you're out of or past the peak or starter wattage levels.

[@TheXStoker]

Awesome

[@jamespaul6800]

What size regulator do you have on the propane tank side?

[@HH-pj2df]

Great video. Thanks for all the helpful info. Can you run this inverter in eco mode when using propane? Or do you need to keep the engine running at 3600 rpms?

[@Ozzie4Para]

Yes, I have run the generator on eco mode while using propane. But remember, propane doesn't have the same BTUs as gasoline so the output power of the inverter generator is generally reduced by 20%. But the engine doesn't run at 3600 rpm like a traditional generator. I put a tachometer on mine and it runs anywhere between 3400 and 3590 rpm. Apparently the inverter is the reason why the engine doesn't need to be running at 3600 rpm to produce a steady 120 or 240 power output level(s).

[@bruceeverett5372]

@@Ozzie4Para Ozzie, with no load in ECO, at what RPM does the engine run? I need a 240v gen to run a well pump and sump pump which are both intermittent loads. It would be nice if the engine would really idle down below 3000rpm during the off periods. I know the EU7000is will idle down to around 2500rpm with less than 500watts being drawn, that really helps the fuel consumption and noise level. But agreed, too expensive. Do you know the low-idle, no load rpm (eco)?

[@raymase1145]

Hey Ozzie can you post a link where you got those twist lock 30amp connectors from thank you great video and detailed instruction

[@Ozzie4Para]

which connectors are you referring to? The ones I used in my home made box? If so, the Amazon links to the connectors are in my video description.

[@bubbatime]

The WEN GN875i and the Predator 8750 inverter are identical to this Champion generators, FYI. The Predator has a 6 gallon tank, vs the 4 gallon tank of the WEN and Champion for longer run time.

[@grajasekar]

Would the same conversion kit (US Carb one above) work for those 2 models too?

[@frontxxrunner]

@@grajasekar you can check on their webpage generally. If it's not there, I'd call them. Pretty sure they have "universal" kits to fit anything else.

[@etanizar]

Thanks for the video. I have just bought the similar 6KW model and the propane kit from NashFuel. However, I haven't been able to get the generator started using NG directly. Did you have to break in using regular gasoline?

[@Ozzie4Para]

etnzr they recommend you break in the engine with at least five hours before using propane or natural gas.

[@etanizar]

@@Ozzie4Para Thank you for the advice. I will give that a try. Stay safe.

[@nosotroslosmexicanos2178]

Great video , how do you connect this to your home , like your splits or lights or fridge , do you run extension cords or can you do modifications to plug straight up to your fuse box

[@Ozzie4Para]

I have a 30A connection point that is directly wired to my electric service.

[@winhac]

What is the rpm sweet spot that you tuned to on this model?

[@prakashkrithika]

Great video and thanks for sharing. When you hooked the generator to your panel did you change the 100520 to Floating neutral?

[@Ozzie4Para]

No, I didn’t change anything on my generator.

[@prakashkrithika]

@@Ozzie4Para I heard back from Champion on my configuration. Since I am binding neutral to ground inside my transfer switch, they asked me to switch the 100520 to Floating Neutral since my only planned use for this Generator is home power standby hooked up to the transfer switch.

[@robrobertson6581]

Ozzie, I installed a tri-fuel kit on my Champion Inverter generator. I've run it on gasoline, propane, and recently I had an outlet installed so I can run it on natural gas. My tachometer fluctuates between 3360 and 3420 rpms. Occasionally it will hit 3480 before going back to 3360. Is this normal? I have adjusted the load block and this is the best I can get. Is there any other adjustment I can make to get 3600 rpms? Thanks.

[@miragelife5991]

Thank for your review. I recently purchased one after seeing your video. How is the fuel kit working out for you and would you know what the total watt output is for this generator when using the NG with this kit?

[@Ozzie4Para]

I've sold the generator since I made this video because I had to sell my house recently. I can't comment on the output power on natural gas because I only ran mine on LP or gasoline.

[@yourunclefab]

Thanks for the videos Oz! Think I'm going this route. Being a few months now, how is it still running on other than gas? And dupe question, why the 2 meters on the project box?

[@Ozzie4Para]

The two meters are for each of the 120V legs so you can see how much of a load each leg is carrying.

[@yourunclefab]

@@Ozzie4Para Finally got mine dialed in, running on NG, good for about 5500 watts. Thanks again for the inspiration. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJPVhGl6adyea8k

[@DCumm7]

Has anyone tried replacing carb from 100520 with champion duel fuel carb and regulator with similarly sized unit?

[@guavaball]

Hey Ozzie, I just picked one of these up myself. Got a noob question Can you attach a trickle charger to the battery while its connected to the generator or do you have to disconnect it from the gen to keep the charge?

[@ImapatriotUSA]

A trickle charger will work!

[@Atekcs]

I have the same generator I want to convert to NG. I will be tapping into the meter and running a 25ft NG hose to my generator. Would 1/2” work or do I need 3/4”? I only ask because there is a huge price difference between the two with the quick disconnect fittings.

[@MikeSmith-ul4iw]

Hi , if you want o go back to gasoline does anything have to be removed ?

[@robrobertson6581]

Great video Ozzie! Do you have a video of how to install the propane kit?

[@Ozzie4Para]

I didn’t do an installation video but there are plenty of videos on KZbin on how to install them.

[@ranisalloum820]

@@Ozzie4Para Thanks for the thorough review Ozzie. I ended up getting the same generator and motor snorkel because of your review. Question for you, did you do anything with the velocity choke override when installing it? Motor snorkels instructions say to install a self tapping screw to stop it from moving.

[@spqr105]

@@ranisalloum820 I'm interested in this as well.

[@thevoigts651]

do you have a parts list for that meter box? I'm thinking of buying this generator and converting it for NG and I like the idea you have of having a way to test the load. Very helpful video.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I don’t have a parts list. However, I am selling it because I’m being forced to sell my house. That means everything pretty much has to be sold. Email me at [e-mail] if you’d like to buy the meter box from me.

[@GreatDataVideos]

I have the same setup and finished hooking up everything else up. It ran rough at first, I adjusted it until it ran smooth. It then ran fine for a couple of minutes and cut off. Tried it again and it would start, but die out. Did you have any similar issues? I think that it may have something to do with the engine warming up. It runs at 3,400 RPMs without a load.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I don’t have any issues with mine.

[@jeremyslabaugh7949]

What's the part number on the regulator in that kit?

[@dougaegerter2079]

Opps, the link below works it was something wonky with my cell phone and fat finger.

[@Kay-rq3qb]

Nice setup. Have you checked what your wattage output is using natural gas? Thanks

[@Ozzie4Para]

I don’t use natural gas.

[@itsatexasthing810]

Just bought this setup as we have gone without power for a week here in Houston. How can I get a diagram of you meter box? I have the part here and need to make sure I have it correct. Thanks for the vid it has made things smooth for me.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I don’t have a diagram to what I did. It’s too bad you already bought your stuff because I plan on selling my meter box. I’m having to sell my house so I’ll be selling my generator and my meter box.

[@itsatexasthing810]

@@Ozzie4Para Thanks for the video I can figure it out, I hope everything works out for you.

[@03plynn]

What are you using for an adaptor to screw the propane tank hose to?

[@Ozzie4Para]

P Lynn I use quick disconnects on both connections.

[@ImapatriotUSA]

New sub now.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Thanks for subbing

[@toddjones3046]

Hey Oz looking to buy my first generator and saw your comments on another channel. Do you still have the same setup or have you changed anything? I’m in Louisiana and we already have a tropical storm heading our way. Thanks for any advice my friend

[@Ozzie4Para]

I recently sold my house and I also had to sell just about everything else including my generator. I'm in the process of buying another house. I plan on buying the same exact setup as before once I get my finances panned out. It was a great generator that worked flawlessly.

[@blackbeardrrr]

Loving the power meter box. For the connections, is it required to splice into the 8/3 wires? Or would it be possible to power the meters by connecting their wires to the screw terminals on one of the outlets?

[@blackbeardrrr]

And did you go with solid or stranded wire inside the box? Thanks!

[@Ozzie4Para]

blackbeardrrr I suppose you could do that. I preferred to do it the way I did it because I didn’t want to screw the little wires to the bigger wires in the screw connections.

[@blackbeardrrr]

Ozzie Alarcon cool! Did you use butt connectors? Or what was your method. Thanks!!

[@Ozzie4Para]

blackbeardrrr I used 8 gauge stranded wire.

[@Ozzie4Para]

blackbeardrrr I stripped about half inch insulation off each wire then I soldered the thinner wire to the thicker wire. I don’t like using butt connectors when I’m working with potentially higher amperage stuff like this.

[@danielcraig9349]

Just curious, does the engine lose much after converting to NG? I am considering that, but all the other inverter gennys that I see give different watt ratings for Gas/Prop/NG.

[@Ozzie4Para]

They do lose some running wattage while running on LP or natural gas because both fuel types have less BTUs than gasoline does.

[@hendersonsobers396]

Since you've done the conversion, did you get a chance to run on propane and if so, what runtime did you get? Would appreciate if you can specify load and size of propane tank. Thanks in advance.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I never had to run this generator on constant use during a hurricane power outage. But I did run my 11kw Champion generator for over three days on propane using a 100lb propane tank before it needed to be refilled.

[@spqr105]

Did you regap the spark plug at all? I called US Carb today and they said to regap the plug to .2 to run on natural gas. Do you think it would be wise to regap when switching between fuels? I'd like to run both gas and natural gas.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I didn't regap my plug and it ran fine on LP and gasoline. I can't comment on the natural gas part.

[@jacobpezirtzoglou8309]

Hi Ozzie. I also have the 100520 champion and just installed the us carburation motor snorkel tri fuel kit. The generator still runs great with gasoline, but I can't get it to start with natural gas. I am tapped directly to the gas meter low pressure side with 3/4" 25ft line straight to the generator. Does anything sound odd and have you experienced this issue and how did you resolve it? Thank you. Great videos BTW.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I would reach out to US Carb tech support. I’ve used them in the past and they are/were very helpful.

[@jacobpezirtzoglou8309]

I will try that. Wasn't sure if I was missing something. Thank you Ozzie.

[@bruceedwards4913]

Hello Ozzie. Thanks for the video. Is your meter displaying the total wattage capability of this generator on propane, 4300 watts? I was hoping it would be in the range of 6000 watts. I bought the same generator today and hope to be able to run it on natural gas in the event of an extended grid failure. I assume the natural gas wattage will be something less than it would be on propane.

[@Ozzie4Para]

I don’t remember if I had the generator maxed out that day when I was doing the video.

[@bruceedwards4913]

@@Ozzie4Para Okay, thanks. I'm assuming the propane and NG wattage would be about 85% of gasoline. Your video is very helpful. Best to you.

[@jamespaul6800]

Another question do you really need 2 regulators. On my predator set up on only need the one attached to the generator. Was wondering if there was an advantage to do it the way you have it connected.

[@Ozzie4Para]

The regulator on the tri fuel kit does just that. It needs slight vacuum from the engine to allow the propane to flow. The other regulator on the tank does stop propane from coming through. You wouldn’t want that if the hose were to accidentally burst.

[@jamespaul6800]

@@Ozzie4Para That makes sense. Thanks. Great Video

[@kend7796]

@17:47 the propane hose looks crazy. I thought my eyes were messed up.

[@jamespaul6800]

Where did you get the hose between the tank and the regulator?

[@Ozzie4Para]

It’s just a regular hose that I had made from a local hose company in my central FL area.

[@olegig5166]

Three questions: does the generator have a low oil automatic cut off switch? Does the generator charge the starting battery? And does the propane conversion affect the warranty?

[@Ozzie4Para]

1) Yes, the engine has a low oil turn off switch. 2) Yes, the generator also charges the battery as needed. 3) That question is sort of irrelevant because the manufacturer wouldn't have any way of knowing about the propane conversion. That's the beauty of the conversion kit. It is fully reversible if need be.

[@olegig5166]

@@Ozzie4Para so if I do convert to LP, I should not post a video on KZbin that would show Champion what I did?

[@Ozzie4Para]

@@olegig5166 Champion could not legally prove anything from your video on KZbin. That is unless you clearly post a video of the generator’s serial number in question.

[@WilliamsFamily204]

I wonder if this tri fuel kit will work on the identical looking Predator generator? I have the Predator.

[@Ozzie4Para]

It should work as long as the Predator engine is the same size as the Champion. Your best bet is to call the Motor Snorkel company and ask.

[@howardzimmerman982]

Can you post a wiring diagram for your meter box. I’m going to try and build one using the same components as you. Thanks.

[@Ozzie4Para]

Howard Zimmerman I can take a few close up pictures and email them to you if u want to post your email temporarily.

[@Ozzie4Para]

@@howardzimmerman982 picture sent. Make sure you keep the CT from each of the meters away from the other. Some people say you should keep them away from others or you might get interference from the other CT. That's why I ran mine the way I did.

[@Ozzie4Para]

@@jessemiles5856 picture sent. Make sure you keep the CT from each of the meters away from the other. Some people say you should keep them away from others or you might get interference from the other CT. That's why I ran mine the way I did.