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[@jmstew642]

I have eu2000i, same set up for fuel tank. 5000btu a/c, battery charger, and usb powered up... 4.5 days of run time on roughly 7gal of gas... I agree with your analysis of the honda set up... Great investment.

[@stellarproductions8888]

This video was so much fun Mike, I really love your generator video's, especially when you are doing testing. 37-hours was wicked good run time for that Honda generator, with that expansion tank. Gotta love it when a plan comes together.

[@zander12kg]

I have two of them Honda generators at an OFF GRID cabin in Canada and they work fantastic.

[@alvinarroyo6183]

Great option. I attend several events where they have a section where you can run your generator 24/7 as they don't have any hookups so this is an awesome set up. Also I know that one of those six gallon tanks its also available as a system that allows to easily refuel from your towing vehicle if your towing vehicle runs on gas. I think that option is great as it allows you a quick source for extra gas without having to drive to a gas station.

[@engeldelavega7564]

x.

[@clermontcubby9207]

Great test, just bought the 2200i. Thanks.

[@butchpark6589]

I have same generator at my cabin, what a great machine, twelve hours on less than a gallon of gas,running small fridge, tv,lights. Great video ! Thank you sir,I enjoyed it very much ! Butch, Ashland, Ohio

[@gamingwithmr.fregles8802]

2.79/gal? In 2024, that is a lucid dream!

[@Rvdaydream]

Yup, FTC currently investigating OPEC gouging and collusion..

[@Hiker63]

I just picked up the 2200i. I’ve been using the Champion dual fuel inverter. Looking forward to see how it performs.

[@dianes4ns]

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome info!!!! So glad I accidentally stumbled upon your video. Thank you so much😊

[@oobiegoobie940]

Very impressive, I have a Champion 3100 that I love except for the small gas tank. Have been looking at the dual fuel Champion to run propane but this is definitely another great option to consider.

[@PatrickPrice-ny2ie]

Yes! I run propane with a 40 pound tank. No spills or smells or hassles.

[@techguy9023]

How long have you had it? Any mechanical problems?

[@rhc287]

good video and good man for making this video, you did all the math for me and touched on all fine points like the hot dipstick.

[@markgriggs1808]

That was a really great video. I appreciate all your effort on making it. Did you also have your fridge running on AC?

[@williamquestmagic]

Michael and Heidi that was a great test. I am so impressed and now know that this option is a great one when boon docking. If one had a toy hauler you would be in heaven with your own fuel supply onboard. Of course one could siphon gas from your gas vehicle as you have with your gas truck. bill in Florida

[@Rvdaydream]

Thanks 😁👍

[@rodneyhowell2703]

Great generator. I'm looking for it asap

[@eroom2087]

I got one I had for about three years, the thing is worth it’s weight in gold

[@banger881]

Great video you answered all my questions as well such a nice explanation and very detailed I enjoyed watching, the only part is that I can't buy the Honda it's to expensive but I can pay for harborfrigh or Ryobi inverter generator lower cost and more power but it won't be as fuel efficient like Honda 👌👍

[@ttinkers1062]

Thanks. Very useful information!

[@mr99ninja]

Thank you so much. I plan to do the same thing.

[@dominodoggy1]

I just drain the carb into a little cup and pour it back into the gas tank. Prevents having to waste fuel letting the fuel run out with the shutoff. There’s a tiny slotted cap screw at the bottom of the carb and a plastic drain tube. Just open the maintenance cover and open the carb drain and pour it back into the tank!

[@Rvdaydream]

The problem with that is trying to make sure that the device that you're draining into stays extremely clean so the fuel does not get contaminated as you pour it back in. usually what happens is the cap or Cup that you catch your fuel in has tendency to have debris or dust in it and then at that point it gets back into the carburetor then it has gas problems

[@mrbottomfeeder]

Thank you. Thank you. Great infor.

[@caltexjunkremovalhauling9636]

Nice I just got that set up for my 18 wheeler

[@Emmss_]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@chrisvaldez3483]

Hi I have a champion 3400 watt gas only remote with a 6 gallon extended tank 72 hours running Time air condition set at 78 degrees and two TV running + 12 volt inverter Outside temperatures around 80 degrees in the shade When traveling last year in Texas arizona-utah reaching temperatures of 100 degrees The air conditioning is drawing too many amps the 13:5 AC could not cool down the trailer Turned off everything in the trailer except for the AC you could run the AC but the cooling down was hard

[@ozmid40scouple]

Crikey $2.79 a US gallon....... Current unleaded petrol price in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is around $1.40 per litre! (Diesel is around the $1.50 per litre). (Roughly about 4 litres per US gallon?). But even at that price this unit would be cheap to run here. Current best price I could find on this Honda in Australia is $1699.00 AU dollars (free delivery)

[@13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51]

nowra NSW AU here and we are running $155 for prem and $162 a litre diesel ,,, wish our petrol prices were the same as the USA ,,,, CAN WE HAVE TRUMP HERE PLEASE ,, Also A BLM would be good , I was in QLD and the "NO SLEEPING IN VEHICLES " Signs were everywhere a council run van park was with in 40 K`s ,,,,,, thief's WE NEED MORE BOONDOCKING IN OZ .

[@preacherb2816]

Thank you

[@cle569]

Thanks for the good info

[@AprendizDeLoQueToca]

Great video! Thanks

[@TheMickeymental]

Check your valve lash at 200 hours.

[@robertsitch1415]

I find that in Canada here propane is usually way cheaper than gasoline and locally at least most courier vans have been converted to run on it.

[@TheCrankshaftRotator]

The EU 2200 is definitely silent, but his GX 120 engine has a oil runner timing belt. This one dissolves after a few years. I rather would pick a generator without this rim, for example the Yamaha EF2000i.

[@Hondacber]

During break in your not supposed to put more then a 50% load on it. Plus for the first hour you should let it run with no load and with eco throttle ON.After the first hour I change my oil. After another 2 hours I change the oil again then after another 5 hours I change it again. After that change it on the normal schedule.

[@Rvdaydream]

There's two schools of thought whenever breaking in engines. Take it easy and fluctuate throughout the entire RPM range for good ring sealing OR run it like you're going to use it. Or as the guys like to say oh, run it like you stole it.

[@ernestogasulla7763]

If the external temperature was lower than your AC setting, it means the air didn't run while it was so. For the test to be meaningful it has to be a warmer night, continously warmer than your setting.

[@Rvdaydream]

We set the air conditioning on 64 degrees during the night. Plus the dew points were incredibly High still even at 67°

[@DavidAlexander4747]

I would like to see how much they Ac actually uses with a Kill a watt meter to isolate each load and add them up to see how much wattage the Honda was pushing out and where it was in its rated capacity

[@johnp5639]

Nice instruction video. Watch you and Heidi often. Do you know if this setup will work on a Generac portable 3000? Also, is it safe to operate a gender underneath a slide? I would like to, because of rain, but I am concerned about fumes finding a way through the rubber seals on our 5th wheel. Thanks for any comments.

[@Rvdaydream]

Not really sure about the Generac. The only reason is they cap is very specific for the whole system to work and not all generators have the same type of gravity feed. Meaning that they may not be able to draw the fuel from any distance and the last thing you want to do is put the fuel above the carburetor as the needle and seat might not be able to hold the additional pressure a fuel being elevated above it. The exhaust was actually hanging a bit outside of what would be considered under the RV. However, we had 4 days of West to East Winds when we did this video so I knew that the exhaust will continue to travel away from the RV. I don't know if I would suggest running a generator underneath the RV necessarily. They do make a kit called a genTuri that does allow the exhaust to be routed up and away from the RV. Sorry I don't have definite answers for your situation but really appreciate you staying on with us in watching our videos! Thanks!

[@johnp5639]

Thanks! Pleasure to get your response. Like I said, my wife and I watch your cups all the time. Hope you enjoy full timing. We’re 70 and retired 5 years. Shortly after retiring we rented our house out to family members and full timed in a 2004 motorhome. Had good time traveling, but RV gave us a lot headaches. My biggest issue was boredom and the constant expenses. Anyway, best wishes and the vids coming.

[@alinmatti786]

Got this setup with generac 2200 . Hoping to run it 10 hrs or 11 a night to heat engine at night 1500wat

[@jadd6810]

When I saw the Honda under the slide, my first thought was is if you've had the recall done. If you bought it recently I am sure its been fixed from the factory, both of mine needed to go to the shop. The new fuel switch leaked on a couple and could catch fire. Our mechanic told me of the 250,000 sold at the time, only 9 had the issue, but it only takes one catching on fire to ruin your day. I used the magnetic dipstick on each break-in period and it was surprising how much it caught since there is no oil filter on these things. I have been thinking on these extended tanks, did you already do a video on it and I missed it?

[@Rvdaydream]

Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, me being a light sleeper, multiple fire extinguishers on board. I'm sure I would have caught that. If not that's why we have two doors on RV. LOL yeah they extended tank video was of course this video.

[@markrottjakob2670]

Nice video. I was wondering how long the seal on your extended run gas cap lasted you? They seem to fall apart very quickly and hard-to-find

[@Rvdaydream]

The seal was fine on the cap and I didn't have any issue but I did have a problem with the threads of the cap causing the plastic to leak. What I mean is it was losing vacuum past the threads because I had over tightened it a couple of times. What I had to do there is Place aluminum foil around threads. So I guess I did have a problem with the seal because I couldn't tighten the lid down tight enough to seal the rubber against the opening.

[@chriseph8030]

Wait... you’re running ONLY 1 EU2200i Companion to run everything in your RV? ??? I’m assuming the easy start played into that . Would love to see an easy start installation video . Thanks for sharing!

[@Rvdaydream]

Yep, check out my playlist that shows everything about generators and you'll see the progress

[@aaelsawy]

Watch out, the magnetic tip on that dipstick can come unglueed and fall in your engine!

[@chg2799]

How many watts do you think it was running during this test..? Was it running close to max wattage..? Or would you say closer to half its max running wattage..? I’m trying to get an idea of how long I can run this same setup with a small heater and my fridge..

[@Rvdaydream]

I couldn't tell you. The fact that I was running that micro Air Easy start changes so much of how the air condition works as far as draw goes during startup and as the night got cooler of course the air would run differently. The only way you're going to know if it's going to work the way you want it to with your setup is by hooking it up to your setup. There's so many things that come into play, altitude, Ambient Air Temperature, fuel temperature, octane rating, hours of run time on the generator, the refrigerators Ambient Air temperature, just too many things to consider.

[@johnsmith-qm1mr]

@RVdaydream Hey appreciate your videos and going thru the real world reviews on these generators. Was curious when you switched from champion to the honda why didnt you get the 2200 with the duel fuel for propane. Reason I ask Is I prefer the propane and with higher gas prices its almost the same price now.

[@Rvdaydream]

The propane doesn't have the same BTU as gasoline... Therefore propane may cost less per gallon but it also doesn't allow the same wattage output and it doesn't run as long on the same amout...

[@PatrickPrice-ny2ie]

​@@RvdaydreamYes & no, generators run best when loaded at 80%. If a typical AC unit pulls 1500 watts & the generator is rated 2200 watts running on LP with generator putting 1800 watts it doesn't matter. 300 watts is left over for other potential loads.

[@Rvdaydream]

That works until you get up into the mountains and then you're not running your AC

[@ae4xo]

generators are great until you get to a place where they have quiet hours and you cant use them. Boondocking without solar is very difficult

[@Rvdaydream]

We got solar..

[@merlew357]

Looks like it will pay for itself fast once you are full timing.

[@masterful7574]

"Defnuhly" is not a word.

[@Rvdaydream]

And yet I bet everybody understood what I meant.

[@masterful7574]

RVdaydream Definitely.

[@MustyBastard]

I wonder how long this tank will run a Honda 1000

[@GallionAdventures]

I got the eu2000 and one easy start. Thinking about getting a second easy start. What’s your opinion on running both ac’s with both generators?

[@Rvdaydream]

It's funny, I'm thinking about the exact same thing. I mean if one 2200 has enough running amps to maintain either one of the rooftop AC units then why wouldn't 2 generators handle both at the same time. You might get me in trouble. Especially if he sees me by another one of these generators. LOL

[@GallionAdventures]

RVdaydream ok I guess I’ll test it for both of us. I’m gonna order another easy start this week. Busy trying to get caught up right now. I’ll let you know how it goes

[@GallionAdventures]

RVdaydream got it ordered today

[@gray_wolverine63]

Without the easy start would it power up your 1500 btu AC with you TV on too. ? Thank you for your review. 🇺🇲🤙🏼

[@Rvdaydream]

It might do it a couple times but as soon as it got warm.... Nope. The Honda generators can handle a decent Peak Spike but as the air conditioners run their efficiency gets worse and their startup requirements draw higher amperage then when they are first used at startup.

[@gray_wolverine63]

@@Rvdaydream Oh OK so I'll use my Honda EU2200i and EU2200i companion together and I should be good. I'll try them both together this summer then. Thank you. 🇺🇲🤙🏼

[@RosaBeha]

Has the test also shown how long the generator lasts when it is standing directly on the meadow and has to suck in sand and grass for the engine and cooling? I would at least give him a concrete slab as a base.

[@Rvdaydream]

Well, I guess if you put it down in the mud and sand there's a chance that the cooling intake that's on the bottom side of the generator would pull in just that. However, since this was being tested in a lawn that does not have any of those horrible characteristics it is just fine. This was just a test. We ended up mounting this set up in a generator box on a cargo tray mounted on our rear RV bumper. To your point, the test did not also show it being tested in a lake, nor at the beach, nor in a snowstorm and a variety of other hazards that anybody that would want to run a generator in should see failure relatively quick.

[@RedJaguar100Travels]

No more being hot at a rest stop for you... You also won't have to worry about truck fumes creeping into your rig if you guys decide to over night again at a Loves or Flying J.. With that type of run time, in the spring and fall, you might have to be concern about the gas getting old before you use up the extended tank since you won't be using the air as much.. Unless you do what I did and sneak down to the Keys..

[@Rvdaydream]

I'll tell you Herbie, if we go to the Keys, which we want to really bad oh, there will be no sneaking. LOL will be screaming from the rooftops as we head that way! Yeah it's funny how one bad experience or actually a few hot nights sleeping in a RV that is 90 degrees makes you go to Great extremes to ensure it never happens again. LOL

[@RedJaguar100Travels]

@@Rvdaydream Mike, You and Heidi would love the Keys.. Thanks to Traveling Robert who tempted me into going, He actually didn't have to twist my arm.. LOL... I will be back when the weather is a little cooler but it was well worth the journey. Because we got a late start leaving Pa, I overnighted at a truck stop in Virginia with the geny running and air on. I don't know how you guys did it with no air on, Much respect to you! Yes! reviews like yours will help folks get the best bang for the buck when buying a small efficient geny that won't brake the bank or your back.. Maybe in the near future, you guys may want to do a convoy back to the keys with us...

[@mudweimer768]

Carbon monoxide is a killer that thing should not be under the camper!

[@Rvdaydream]

Precautions were made. The generator was fine just where it was. At the tail of the RV, partially covered by the slide, exhaust pointed out and away and at the East End of the RV with a west-to-east breeze.

[@Catman1798]

What size ac window unit you think this can run? And also lights and tv too?? Where do you get the extra gas tank from? Does Honda sell it special for this generator? Or is it a universal one? I take it this generator wouldn’t be able to run a central air system in a house? Even if you do the pairing with another generator?

[@Rvdaydream]

You can pair the generators up and of course they will run more. The extended gas tank is linked in the description. It all depends on how efficient the window air conditioner is. If you go to Walmart and buy one of their cheap 5000 BTU air conditioners you should have no problem. You may be able to get away with as much as 9000 BTU but as far as running other items at the same time it all depends on amp draw. You may want to Google what I can run with my generator and there's usually charts that you can follow. It's all about amperage and the thing is the air conditioners may run on a lower amperage but the startup amperage is what causes the problem when the compressor First kicks on and then Cycles on and off throughout the years of the AC unit. There's no hard fast answer you just have to experiment with what you're wanting to do. The best thing about it is this generator is the best that you can buy in the compact Size Market. The next best in the next bigger size is the Honda 3000 is.

[@afkorey2151]

I have a Honda eu2200i, it runs 10K BTU LG portable air conditioner just fine, it's around 9.5-amps running load (5.5-ish amps to spare). Leave it out of eco mode until the compressor kicks on.

[@crowell392]

Which adapter are you using on the rv side

[@hey_youtubeim_back2159]

Where did you get your hour meter? Is it hardwired or is it the type that is triggered by the vibrations when the genny is running?

[@Rvdaydream]

It's in the description? Maybe... If not in our store... It's inductive using pulses from the Spark Plug wire

[@lukeskywalker3891]

I intent to replicate the same set up but I have a question: Don’t you need to set theextented fuel tank up higher than the generator in order for the fuel to feed the generator? did it worked for you to have the tank down on the ground? Would you Please let me know? The reson I am asking is that my generator has a gentent over it and there is no room for the extented tank to fit under the tent, I like to have it on the ground, will it work? Thanks

[@Rvdaydream]

Whatever you do, don't set the gas tank higher than the generator as there is a chance that the additional gravity pressure of all that fuel will not be held back by the needle and seat attached to the carburetor float and you could run into a flooding situation which could result in fire. Especially if the tank becomes heated by the Sun and expands to put even more pressure into the carburetor than what it can handle. These Honda generators, in addition to a few others, have the ability to draw fuel through a vacuum process that allows the gas tank to be at level with the generator itself. But it can't necessarily draw the fuel from the gas tank if it is lower than the generator. That's why I did not try to build the kit myself as people have already done the engineering work figuring out which way is best 2 utilize what the generator can do and make a kit that applies those principles. For example the kit that I have in the link in the description has very nice high quality marine grade certified fuel hose end quick disconnect ends that have spring loaded stainless steel check balls that stops the fuel from coming out when disconnected. I want even know where the source that kind of stuff in that kind of quality. I know it's expensive but you definitely get what you pay for and in this case you get a lot. Good luck with whatever you decide.

[@karkule5919]

So the best break-in oil is non-synthetic and after 24 hrs. run time we should go permanently to synthetic...?

[@Rvdaydream]

That is what I have always done with small engines and have never had a problem. It's not so much a 24 hour thing it is after the prescribed by manufacturer runtime for breaking in

[@CoachmenMiradaWalkthroughChann]

Dang. Should have ran the 13,500 a/c since most people have that one.

[@Rvdaydream]

It definitely will run either one.. We switch off to cool rig. Still using it today..

[@darylhawkins4658]

Great video. While you may not hear the generator inside, others outside may find the RPM fluctuating, when in ECO mode, annoying as the A/C compressor cycles.

[@Rvdaydream]

It's funny how many people must camp around other people running generators. I will do everything possible not to be in that situation. This is for boondocking in the desert or dry camping out in the woods all by myself, well of course Heidi will be with me.

[@darylhawkins4658]

You might find it annoying yourself. Camped out near Why Az, I had three different loads all cycling individually and in groups though out the night. Running in ECO mode, I’m sure I counted eight different rpm pitches. The next night I turned ECO mode off

[@Rvdaydream]

@@darylhawkins4658 yep, we've already discussed this exact same scenario on this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/nn_GdoaQh6aUY9U at the 54-second Mark

[@PatrickPrice-ny2ie]

I've seen other camper's add a flexible exhaust line & put the end in a 5 gallon bucket of water. Why not because that's what boat motors have too.

[@112330059daniel]

I did 12 hours of break in with conventional oil and after that I used synthetic. Do you think 12 hours were enough? I also changed the oil 3 times during the break in.

[@Rvdaydream]

Holy cow I thought I was going overboard. You are definitely covered

[@Scubaken2022]

I have the exact same generator, the same outboard fuel container, the same hose connections. But it won’t draw fuel from the tank. The only difference in my set up is I have a primer bulb and a glass filter. There are no leaks in the hose or connections and the fuel cap will when unscrewed will let off pressure. I do have the vent open on the outboard fuel tank. I have filled the generator fuel tank to the very top lip and it will run fine but won’t draw any fuel. There is no blockages in the lines as fuel will run out of the cap when I check. Any ideas?

[@Rvdaydream]

I'm not sure my cap has a one-way check valve in it and is tightly sealed to the gas tank and the hose also has a one-way check valve in it and I have no primer bulb nor any kind of glass filter.

[@Scubaken2022]

@@Rvdaydream ok, thanks for that info. I will pull out the primer bulb and glass fuel filter and see if that will make a difference. My cap has a quick disconnect fitting as does the fuel tank as well.

[@FickeyH]

Good job

[@yelworb]

What kind of synthetic oil do you recommend for the Honda 2200 generator?

[@duanemcdaniel1003]

Brian Rowley I recommend Schaeffers oil

[@geneland]

50 cents an hour is GREAT!

[@lonmar44]

Between the champion in the Honda which one is quieter to make less noise

[@herb7877]

just fyi ... I have a Champion 2000W and several camping buddies have Honda's. There is little to no difference in noise. The cost of mine was under $450; Honda 2000 was ~$1100. Honda's are great product; but I do not use mine that much. Maybe ~20 hours a season at most, for the last 4 years. They've had theirs a lot longer and have little to no issues. We all use straight gas, non- ethanol and change the oil regularly. One of them has a residential refer and uses an extended tank. Powers his refer all week on one tank with ease. The rest of us use ours mostly to charge our batteries.

[@baikerboy2010]

Hey. My doesn’t suck. The gen builds pressure and it doesn’t let fuel to go to the tank. Elevated. Any idea how to make it work?

[@Rvdaydream]

Should be both ground or same level... Like in the thumbnail photo... The more expensive kit I have linked in the description has low pressure check valves inline to help with suction being maintained make sure both valves are moving freely ... There cannot be any loss of seal at the generators gas cap make sure its a nice tight seal .... Finally, make sure no gasoline had accidentally entered into the supply tank cap as it has a finicky one way valve in it that allows for air to go in as the fuel is sucked out... Make sure it is in the open position and you "depress" it a few times to ensure it is fully open and free to pull air in...

[@baikerboy2010]

@@Rvdaydream thank you sir

[@kevinmunger]

Have you used this setup to power your generator at higher elevations?

[@Rvdaydream]

Just came back to Ohio from the east coast... Some loss of performance but with the Micro Air Easy start installed all was good

[@alinmatti786]

I ran a 3 gallon tank on my generac gp2200 was hoping it would run all the way but It used half of the 3 gallon tank and was shut off . Any ideas why,?

[@Rvdaydream]

The extended run gas tank system may not work for all generators. It depends on the generator manufacturer. That's one of the reasons I bought the Honda.

[@cardiocasey]

May be a dumb question but did you do a video on the charge converter

[@Rvdaydream]

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[@lennylevine]

wanted to know your opinion. i did not install Micro easy start on my 13.500 AC unit instead i tried paralleling 2 Honda inverters eu2000i and eu1000i the eu1000 i borrowed from my friend. i used a heavy wire with 2 male connectors between them. everything was on in trailer battery charger that charges my 2 batteries, about 5 LED lights. the setup ran the AC without any issues, i let it run for about an hour both inverters on eco mode on. i'm wondering if this setup does anything to the inverters in the long run since they are different wattage.

[@Rvdaydream]

I remember that before the EU 2200 came out Honda brag that you could basically parallel any of the EU units with any other EU unit. It seems to me though I just recently read that the EU 2200 could only be paralleled with another EU 2200?!. I'm not sure about that but I don't see where there would be a problem as long as they're all Honda branded. Best thing to do is call Honda the see what they suggest.

[@JM-nh8yp]

I also thought they had to be the same wattage. From the other comment, it sounds like the newer ones like the 2200 have to be the same, but not the older ones?

[@Rvdaydream]

Yes the older Hondas allowed for them to be paralleled with pretty much any other Honda from that same era. There were a series of eu2000i and I believe eu1000 that were late in their production that would allow them to be paralleled with the EU 2200 but you would have to contact Honda for the serial number list to make sure that it would work.

[@peterlajer5955]

way have you not sun sels and battery ??????

[@What-gl3py]

and you have to clean the oil thing every time you used, meaning every day?

[@Rvdaydream]

No..just ocassionally

[@gray_wolverine63]

Hi i have a question for how does the fuel gets pumped into the generator I don't see a pump 🤔 Thank you.

[@Rvdaydream]

A few of the generators inverters that are being made out there like this Honda generator have the ability to vacuum fuel over a distance. It's not a fuel pump. It's all done by airtight gas cap that has a check ball built into it.

[@gray_wolverine63]

@@Rvdaydream Oh awesome thank you I ordered one that can feed both of my Honda EU2200i Inverters. Thank you for the info. 😊

[@viivcreations9161]

how many hours you think that generator can run before it wears out and needs replaced?

[@Rvdaydream]

Indefinitely if you take care of it... Ex.. Regular maintenance....

[@charlescastle4332]

Does that magnetic dipstick have any adverse affect on the genny some sort of interference? Anyone know?

[@Rvdaydream]

not at all...the tip is the only magnet

[@walkertongdee]

Why don't you get that propane conv kit and test that it would be a good investment and we are watching...

[@Rvdaydream]

I already had a generator that ran on propane. You get less power. It cost more per BTU for propane then it does gasoline. It runs cleaner on propane. There's less maintenance on propane. But at the cost of higher Fuel and less power it doesn't work for my situation as I am using everything that the 2200 offers to run my rooftop AC unit. To put a different fuel source on and make the output more diminutive would cause issues.

[@jodyfree953]

👍🏻💯

[@dross1492]

Do you like the Rockwood? I worry about slides lasting?

[@Rvdaydream]

Yes we do, no issues with our slides 😁👍

[@dross1492]

Great! I'm looking into a small trailer and will check Rockwood! Thanks

[@katskelton6984]

Would this work with your 1000 watt Sportsman's generator?

[@Rvdaydream]

No.. The vacuum required to pull the fuel from the aux tank is only available on certain generators..

[@katskelton6984]

@@Rvdaydream Darn, sure love that little Sportsman :-) Thank you!

[@214steveg]

Do you know if that tank will work with the new Yamaha 2200 inverter?

[@charlescastle4332]

Honda has a fuel pump.. unless yamaha put a fuel pump in.. it may not. The 2000 watt yamaha is gravity fed.

[@basilalhalil673]

Hi I have marine AC (flagship)with 18000 btu 230v 9 amp could honda 2200i starte the unit and do I need to fix easy start?

[@Rvdaydream]

You will have to contact Honda directly and ask their tech department. Fact that you're running 230 volts makes it a little tricky.

[@mikemeadows9712]

Honda recommends that if running heavy load IE your AC. You shouldnt be running it in economy mode. Too hard on the unit. I'm interested in that soft start thing you have installed.

[@Rvdaydream]

It does an ok job, it doesn't really hurt it. there's a lot of people that will run their generators in economy mode even though they're putting a pretty decent load on them. We did a video on the micro easy start systems just check our playlist. I think it's under the generators

[@outlaw67111]

You can run safely in economy mode it auto adjusts the output for the load it requires.

[@cesarsantamaria3116]

@@Rvdaydream hi there, i just enjoyed your video, i just bought a 2200 honda inverter “Non companion” which means i only have the regular 12v plug ins, how do i go about to plug my 30a rv cable and still use my a/c like u did on your companion? thxs in Advance!

[@Rvdaydream]

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[@quiet-wolf]

What are all the fittings?

[@Rvdaydream]

All part of the kit

[@bobrunde2755]

can you hook that extra tank to the sportsman generator ?

[@Rvdaydream]

Not sure.... Wonder how long that little thing would run on 6 gallons... Hmmm

[@buckstopshere7305]

Hold on what’s going on here you can run a 15000 btu generator on a 2200 wow... In the past I only could run 11000 btu... I’m going to try this right now

[@Rvdaydream]

I installed micro Air Easy starts on Both AC units... Link is in the description...

[@jonb343]

So you ran 30 amp on a Honda 2200i companion without a second generator?

[@Rvdaydream]

No I ran rooftop A/C unit with Microair softstart installed...Generator still puts out same factory amperage...

[@JM-nh8yp]

I would definitely run two of the Hondas paired. I would rather have extra power for other things. I know you can run the AC off of one but I don't like being somewhat close to the max draw on things.

[@Rvdaydream]

It's not at the Max draw. Using the micro Air Easy starts, the startup amperage is ramped up slowly for the compressor and only Peaks out at roughly 13 amps. And of course once running hovers around 11 amps. And that is for the 15000 BTU air conditioner. In boondocking situations I rarely find a need to run both rooftop air conditioners at the same time unless it's extremely hot then all bets are off and of course at that point you would have to run both of the Hondas. But to carry an extra 45 pounds and have to invest another $1,100 for just that scenario doesn't necessarily work out unless you plan on boondocking a lot in hot weather or you have a tendency to forget to turn off your air conditioner when you turn on your microwave. I think most people know how to manage their power and take when running just one smaller generator.

[@JM-nh8yp]

@@Rvdaydream I understand that you have the softstart installed. I wasn't talking about you being at the max amps. I said that "I" dont like to be close to the max amps. Since I like to run more things without watching amps so closely. Personally I see no reason not to run a pair of gently used Hondas for $700. Two nice used Hondas can be had for less than the price of one new generator. That also gives me the ability to power more things at home if the power goes out or whatever. Thats just what works better for me.

[@charlescastle4332]

Just a heads up they say you shouldnt run your genny empty under any kind of load it can damage the genny. Pricey unit to risk it.

[@Rvdaydream]

Good rule to follow But ehh, Im a certified 2 stroke 4 stroke OPE mechanic attended 2 day Generac generator training... Its one of those things you shouldnt do but can get away with...

[@charlescastle4332]

@@Rvdaydream Hey i was just trying to pass along maybe good advice i heard wasnt trying to show how smart i am ...i raced motocross 2 and 4 strokes many years and have a good deal of knowledge on engines as well.

[@davidmcconnell8690]

Great! :-)) :-))

[@trolling4dollars816]

Just remember that most places have quiet times of roughly 10P - 7A where you can not run a generator.

[@Rvdaydream]

That's why I said this would work boondocking in the desert...

[@mikep6150]

RVdaydream I have a question about the aftermarket Honda gas cap. Does it require a tube to extend down into the Honda gas tank, or does it just end and the gas sucking from the boat tank just drip as it’s pulled. Also can an extended tank be setup on a Champion 3400.

[@walkertongdee]

I don't think it was a good idea to run it for so long right out of the box just some common sense I would have ran it several hours several times...

[@Rvdaydream]

I'm a Certified OPEESA 2-stroke and 4-stroke mechanic. At no point has any manufacturer suggested any specific running time for break in other than oil change. Nothing about load nothing about frequency nothing about start up and cool down.

[@07THE19]

Could you run this while running down the road?

[@Rvdaydream]

It's not suggested but yes. Small engines like this aren't built to be bounced around while running. It says in the manual that it should be placed on level flat surface when running. Going around the corner or up down a hill could cause the generator to starve for oil.

[@kensintown5967]

Fyi I put my honda 2000 in my pickup to run fridges in my toy hauler, went all the way from San Diego to Utah without issue....if oil is low, the unit will shut off automatically

[@Hondacber]

Wait till you get to the gas station. Now it’s $5 a gallon. I run NON ETHANOL Top of the one Stewart’s Gas. Your going to be in shock. You just burned 8 GALLONS of gas at $5 a gallon. Have fun filling those tanks. It’s going to cost you $40 now OUCH $$$

[@Rvdaydream]

"I got into the lifestyle of pulling around a RV for the great Gas Mileage" Said no one ever... 🤣😂 When I first started driving gas was 80 cents a gallon.. Maybe I should have stopped enjoying life when it hit $1.60 gal..... Nah... 😂

[@fangjunfang3158]

Hello,friends,I see that you have done honda generator fuel extender test, we will also need the product test, we can give it to you for free, and we can pay you test fee, I hope you can make a video and look forward to your reply.

[@Rvdaydream]

We currently are running a Champion Generator on Propane.😁

[@fangjunfang3158]

We also have our own generator, we can invite you to do the test at that time, we need the test of the fuel tank system very much now, if you can, you can leave a contact information, we can cooperate.

[@Rvdaydream]

Our email is [e-mail]

[@Marshallkhamou]

With a micro start installation what’s the lowest generator you can get away with using

[@Rvdaydream]

Maybe a 2000....but running amps are about 14 amps so.... You gotta find a genny that can maintain that easily...

[@vintage35171]

I installed a Micro-Air on my new 13,500 BTU just recently....my Honda 2000 will only run for the compressor for about a minute then goes to overload. The fan continues to run only. That's also with every circuit breaker in the off position. Really considering stepping up to the 2200.

[@Rvdaydream]

@@vintage35171 yes, the running amps are what you are having an issue with. The 2200 has more running amps. Use the link in the description and you will be able to connect with the generator that will handle it.

[@vintage35171]

@@Rvdaydream Thanks! That makes sense, gonna check out that link.