Portable generators

[Ronaha]

That cord sounds cool.......like to go camping with the NDP and get them "plugged in"

 

[j335]

Anyone try the new Honda EU2200I? Power AC?

 

[Fatdaddy]

Yamaha 3000 with boost lol. Super quiet and runs ac no problem. Coffee makers and toasters draw a lot of power also. This generator has some weight and not as easy to haul around but runs everything very well. Electric start is handy but I cheaped out and didn’t get the remote start. Anything Yamaha or Honda is usually a good purchase.

 

[Ronaha]

Anyone try the new Honda EU2200I? Power AC?

I'm gunna guess it will since the 2000 can do it with a upgraded capacitor.Im definitely going to get one at some point,it's only one pound heavier too!

 

[Rjjtcross8]

We got both Honda and Yamaha 2000 generators that we use at work. Tough little machines

 

[Cdnfireman]

I'm gunna guess it will since the 2000 can do it with a upgraded capacitor.Im definitely going to get one at some point,it's only one pound heavier too!

Should do it with the upgraded capacitor in the AC unit as my Yamaha 2400 does it easily without the capacitor. One other factor to consider is altitude. The higher you go the less output the generator will have.

 

[j335]

I run two of these in parallel when I want to use the a/c. Otherwise just run one. They are also very quiet.
I also like that they stack on top of each other with the parallel kit.

I’m looking at dual 2000w champions vs 1 3100 champion. At AC load do you think the dual 2000 is quieter than the single 3100?
At 25% 2000 is 53 (so 56 for both) vs 3100 at 58 so they should be close

 

[NoBrakes!]

I’m looking at dual 2000w champions vs 1 3100 champion. At AC load do you think the dual 2000 is quieter than the single 3100?
At 25% 2000 is 53 (so 56 for both) vs 3100 at 58 so they should be close

Is 3 decibels twice as loud audibly? I thought I heard that somewhere...

 

[doorfx]

I’m looking at dual 2000w champions vs 1 3100 champion. At AC load do you think the dual 2000 is quieter than the single 3100?
At 25% 2000 is 53 (so 56 for both) vs 3100 at 58 so they should be close

I’ve never heard a 3100 so I can’t comment. You are more than welcome to stop by and have a listen. It’s time I fueled them up and give them 1 pull to get ready for camping.

 

[new_nytro]

Another trick you can try is turn on the AC fan on low first, then after a few seconds turn on the AC. This reduces the starting power a bit so you might get it to start with a smaller generator. I have the Yamaha 2400 and it starts it 95% of the time this way.

 

[doorfx]

Also un plug your power converter or shut off breaker while using the AC. Power converter draws quite a bit of power. Switch fridge to propane.

 

[TylerG]

Also un plug your power converter or shut off breaker while using the AC. Power converter draws quite a bit of power. Switch fridge to propane.

AC is wired direct to the plug on the outside of the trailer correct?

 

[doorfx]

Some power converters actually have a plug that plugs into an AC receptacle under the cupboards or drawers. You can unplug it there or find the breaker that controls that plug.

 

[j335]

I’ve never heard a 3100 so I can’t comment. You are more than welcome to stop by and have a listen. It’s time I fueled them up and give them 1 pull to get ready for camping.

I already have 1 champion 2000 so probably gonna pickup a 2nd used one this summer to test it out. Thanks though

 

[doorfx]

AC is wired direct to the plug on the outside of the trailer correct?

It still goes through your panel and a breaker.

 

[rebel]

I’m looking at dual 2000w champions vs 1 3100 champion. At AC load do you think the dual 2000 is quieter than the single 3100?
At 25% 2000 is 53 (so 56 for both) vs 3100 at 58 so they should be close

I have the dual fuel champion. I like it I can move it around by myself. I plan it so it's close to empty easier on the back. Don't notice the sound with it in the bush. Live close to a train yard and use to live outside of a military base.....will probably sleep thru the rapture

 

[lgallant]

I really like the Honda 3000. It’s quiet and it runs a long time on a tank of gas. Somewhere around 20 hrs I think. The one thing I don’t like is the weight. I got tired of lifting it so I put a set of wheels on it. Works like a charm. When I go camping I load it with quad ramps and it stays in the box of the truck the whole Trip. I just roll it out onto the tail gate. No more lifting and lugging for this old fart.

 

[174mcx]

lol suicide cord... I have a extension cord with 2 male ends at home just for when the power goes out! Try to make sure and keep that one away from the wife and kids...

 

[win]

I really like the Honda 3000. It’s quiet and it runs a long time on a tank of gas. Somewhere around 20 hrs I think. The one thing I don’t like is the weight. I got tired of lifting it so I put a set of wheels on it. Works like a charm. When I go camping I load it with quad ramps and it stays in the box of the truck the whole Trip. I just roll it out onto the tail gate. No more lifting and lugging for this old fart. //uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190502/2ab1ecfff688321fd7d9971fa1e1fe9e.jpg

What a great idea, thanks

 

[j335]

After a lot of research I went with the 3100W Champion inverter. At an AC load it will be quieter and deeper tone than dual 2000W units.
If anyone wants to buy a 2000W champion in Calgary let me know.