Honda EU2000i Propane Converstion - Why I switched to Propane

In this video, I’ll discuss why I converted my Honda EU2000i gas generator to propane. After a bit of research, I settled on the tri-fuel conversion kit for Hutch Mountain.
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[@KM4ACK]

Great info! Thanks. 😀

[@llmandoii8493]

I just recently purchased the hutch mountain kit for my eu22000i, every video I come across says that you don’t need to have choke on. But the manual says choke off is to the right where the arrow is pointing. Not where it says choke? Please verify. Thanks.

[@peterkunka2694]

Yessir! I converted my EU2200i to propane from Hutch Mountain and it's been flawless. No more 1-gallon gas tank run time limitations, no more worries about static electricity (living in dry AZ), no more carrying gas and dealing with fumes or a gunked up carburetor, and the best part of propane is how simple it is to adjust the regulator for elevation changes (camping in AZ, I can go from 500' to 8,500'+ elevation), which means no more carburetor jet changes. Buy a Honda, convert it to propane, go camping with your BBQ tank, get runtime of 50+ hours for a weekend of heating and cooking, and it'll only cost you less than $15 ($3/gallon) to refill the tank so you can do it again next weekend. This setup powers my Aliner popup camper on my camping trips, and with the Honda electronics, I have no problem trusting plugging in my phone, tablet, laptop and other devices for clean sine-wave charging. Solid win all around for my use, and probably yours. Cheers! Pete

[@TheTechPrepper]

Thanks for sharing your propane conversion success story. You pretty much nailed the highlights of switching to propane. Cheers to a fellow Arizonian!

[@AhmetKaan]

Awesome vid, loved it my friend. Personally I love your content. Would love to see your future videos :) 🙂👌

[@TheTechPrepper]

Thanks. It’s a lot of fun researching and producing these video. Have a good one. I’m trying to finish my solar video, but my Renogy charge controller has been delayed for almost 2 months.

[@cwo8771]

Enjoyed the review. Fun fact. I’ve watched some of your HAM videos over the past year. I just became interested in dual fuel generator. Did a YT search, and you showed up!

[@TheTechPrepper]

Glad you enjoyed it. There's a mix of content. Some of my earlier videos are geared around preps. You may enjoy the portable battery build video on the hand dolly. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epyTaIt3lM5jg6s Take care.

[@cwo8771]

@@TheTechPrepper Thanks, Tech Prepper. I enjoyed the battery generator video as well. I’m kind of an old dad with young sons. Considering a Colorado Trailer Sales Off Road trailer for hauling trail bikes and doubling as a camper. I was thinking that a propane powered generator coupled with something like a Jackery power station would make a good power combination. I know you considered ending your channel a few months ago. While I have no idea how demanding maintaining a YT channel can be, I hope you will keep yours going; good content, well presented.

[@TheTechPrepper]

@@cwo8771 Your kids are going to love the outdoor adventures. You are probably set in terms of power so long as your not planing on running too many large appliances like an HVAC. The channel takes a bit of work. Close to 16 hours per week between filming, editing, social media, emails, etc. Then, there's the EmComm Tools software projects. That's another 20 hours. Layer on a full-time job, family time, exercise and the occasional public service event...I'll keep it going as long as I can. Thanks for the support!

[@abrammatthew756]

Why doesn’t Honda make a propane unit?

[@averageguysradio]

Hey Gaston, A year later, have you used this generator much? Looks like California is going to ban these small generators in the gas configuration and I'm looking for alternatives given SoCal Edison isn't hugely reliable in my area.

[@TheTechPrepper]

I run it about once per month off the propane and have changed the oil twice. I even ran some of the RV systems off it not too long ago. It's hard to beat the Honda 2000. Ok, I need to know what's the story with my former state pulling this nonsense.

[@tomtee4442]

@@TheTechPrepperIf your RV is beside your house you could probably put your generator under your RV run it and know one would know. Elevate about 5 inches use rope to secure it. And hide your electrical cord going to it. California is crazy on their laws nothing is as clean as propane and natural gas!

[@TheTechPrepper]

@@tomtee4442 Good point. Very clever. Don't get me started on California.

[@robertlane6675]

I also converted my EU2000 to propane. I wouldn't go back. I have city water so no real need for a 240 volt generator. My EU2000 will easily run the essentials including 2 freezers, fan on wood stove, lights in the house and a crock pot. It will even run my 240 volt water heater by it self but since it is at half voltage it will be at 1/4 the power (must be comfortable hard wiring it). I have a 500 gallon propane tank with a connector on the house so depending how late in winter I need the fuel I should have plenty. If you think things through you can often get by with a much smaller and quieter generator.

[@TheTechPrepper]

Thanks for contributing to the conversation. I'm glad to see another propane success story. Since the recording, I decided to go with a larger tank. I was thinking 500 gallons, too. Which conversion kit are you using?

[@geod3589]

@@TheTechPrepper A friend of mine has a 500 gal. tank with his Generac home back up, think he said it would last 30 days.

[@TheTechPrepper]

@@geod3589 Good to know. Thanks for sharing the data point.

[@Josephine-sm2db]

Smart, smart reasoning. Thank you for all the info. that you provided. Very helpful.

[@TheTechPrepper]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MsDave64]

I like the change over for the smaller Watt generators and inverters but the larger ones (i.e.. Powerful enough to run a whole house) give me concerns about the consumption rate of LPG. 5500 rated running Watts for example would run about 8.5 hrs. on a 20 lb. bottle. There is a chart on line explaining the consumption rates for different power generators. What do you think about that?

[@TheTechPrepper]

That's a great point and something to consider. Everyone's needs are different, but I can only speak for my own needs. For our family, having a small manual transfer switch with 4-5 critical circuits is all we need. It's also easier for us to burry a large propane tank outside and have it filled once or twice a year. I understand the efficiency of gasoline compared to LP, but for us LP is likely our safest and easiest option. I appreciate the comment. Since theis video was recorded, we supplemented our backup power to include a DiY, portable battery/solar generator that is cable of running the garage refrigerator and my home office, so the LP-based generator only runs a second refrigerator and the lights in our master.

[@harrybolognese1408]

What’s the verdict on this kit after a year? Looking to purchase the same kit and will be using your affiliate link.

[@TheTechPrepper]

It's received little use as only I fire it up about once a month. I have changed the oil twice. It's only been used once to power the motor home when the on-board generator died. I like the conversation, but rarely get to use it out here. If you need an alternate to gasoline, get it. Thanks for support he channel, Harry!

[@MattsGarageMiscDIY]

Nicely done. Curious how the next level propane system compares to a similarly sized Solar system. I still like the idea of having Solar and batteries.

[@TheTechPrepper]

Thanks. I'm with you. The final parts for my solar system are arriving this weekend. Renogy has taken 7+ weeks and I still don't have my charge controller. I went with another vendor and I'm getting the solar controller today. I will likely be running the fridge off solar/batteries. The generator is just a nice backup. Lastly, thanks for the decibel idea! I did not have time to compare the dBA for gas, unfortunately. For anyone reading the comments, check out Matt's channel. He has a nice channel with lots of great DiY projects.

[@EclecticBuddha]

My plan is to go with solar+batteries and use the generator for makeup if the days are cloudy or use is heavy. I think I'll be able to run the generator more efficiently to stretch fuel.

[@bthemedia]

Very cool and practical! Never heard of propane generator before. Thanks!

[@TheTechPrepper]

We’re all about practical prepping on this channel. Glad you found it useful.

[@carrottop3454]

What is the button on top that was installed next to the port connection?

[@TheTechPrepper]

Great question, Mark. It's the engine shut off button for both gas/propane. For propane, I don't use it and just close the valve on the regular. But when I run with gasoline, that's the button to shut off the generator.

[@teresagallegos3084]

Good morning! Just heard on Kold 13 that AZ is in a dangerous drought situation compounded by a threat of our CAP water drying up-ish. Puts us in line for CA like fires, etc. Have you purchased a Berkey system yet? Ours is on the way.

[@TheTechPrepper]

Morning, Teresa. Thanks for checking in. Yes, we've had our Berkey now for a month and love it. The water situation is pretty rough at the moment out here. Best of luck!

[@teresagallegos3084]

@@TheTechPrepper Yes....I'm considering switching from water to wine at this point. Got Jesus, anyone? 🤦‍♀️

[@TheTechPrepper]

@@teresagallegos3084 :-) I'd be in for that, too.

[@scottpowell6145]

Natural gas seems to be dirty

[@williamvaughan1218]

Natural gas is one of the cleanest fuels around. What makes you think it's dirty?

[@tomtee4442]

Natural gas, propane, hydrogen, gasification these are all vapor fuels they burn super clean. I store a bit of propane you don't have to treat it, propane never goes bad, run it in almost any weather condition, with a load block you can go really high altitude or low altitude with the same conversion kit. I've installed a few fuel conversion generator kits.

[@lonewolfmtnz]

How much adjustment of the Garretson regulator is required to get it to run smoothly on both full and eco-throtlle" ? What kind of warranty do they 'offer'?

[@TheTechPrepper]

Great questions. I had to make almost no adjustment to the regulator for either mode. Both modes worked fine right out of the box, but I did take my flathead screwdriver and tried to adjust it anyhow. There was very little adjustment to take it from smooth to slightly smoother. I have no idea on the warranty.