Thank you for your great video! It actually made a huge difference on me getting my generator going today (on Sunday). I have an Oliver Travel Trailer with two 30lb propane tanks, and a Honda 3000is generator on board. I went to Hutch Mountain to get my LP conversion kit, and over the last two days we've worked hard to get things dialed in. Because it was an EXTREMELY tight fit in our "generator basket" on the front of the trailer, we had to do several custom fabrications, drill holes, making brackets, etc. etc. This was to be a permanent installation. In any event, today was "D" day where we tried to fire it up. And . . . . nothing! Motor kept turning and turning. We couldn't figure out what was the problem. When you pressed the spring primer button, you could hear gas flow. So, as usual, we went to youtube looking for help and found your channel/video. Although not apples to apples (you have a 2200, we have a 3000), lots of similarities. Then we got towards the end when you talked about "Eco" mode. We checked our generator, and sure enough it was on "Eco" mode. We turned off Eco mode and it fired right up!!! Hooray!!! Thanks again for your content, it really helped us today. We are now subscribers!! Note to self: Always start generator with eco mode turned OFF!!
I installed the same kit on my Honda EU2200I, and after multiple camping trips, it has performed flawlessly every time. No more gas, fumes, or worrying about static electricity inside the Jeep while carrying a gas can. Propane may be slightly less efficient than gasoline, but I'll never have a gunked up carburetor or stale gas, and I can easily adjust the regulator for any elevation change (in Arizona, my camping range is 200' to 8,500' elevation). For the performance and convenience advantages, this conversion is worthy of consideraton.
There are those who would criticize me for being a perfectionist. That is of course until they asked me to work on their projects … then it was okay. I believe it was Vince Lombardi who said, “Perfection is not attainable. But if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” Sadly, it’s difficult to find anyone willing to even pursue excellence these days. Nice work sir … I’d work next to you any day and I’m certain I’d learn a number of things.
Wow! Thank you for the very kind words. I always strive for a professional look on my projects and installs so it means a lot when someone notices that. Thank you!
This was a prefect install. I'm about to purchase this Honda generator for my small food trailer. I wanted this Hutch converter kit bc I'd much rather hook up propane than gas. Thank you for this!
I forgot how nice Wyoming is ! I lived in Rock Springs back in the 70’s and loved it ! Honda is by far the best motor on the market for ATV’s , generators and all small HP engines !
you did exactly what I would of done with the blue caps and I hear ya, I like to have things in alignment. Great video, I can't wait for my conversion kit to come in.
Thank you for answering a question I had about it running in eco mode. I didn't know if eco still worked with propane. I don't know how but it seems to work just fine. I totally agree with ya, pimp my Honda. Magnetic oil cap - check, handle protector - check, multi-fuel conversion kit - check, we are good to go!
I just purchased the eu2200i and what a gem of a generator.I’ve always loved Honda products they are top notch.I’m highly considering this conversion .
I did this conversion and it works well. The only drawback is you can’t top off propane like you can gasoline. You either need a backup propane tank ready to go or you are shut down while you go get the tank refilled.
That comment about the Germans saying “Good n tight (gutinthian)” I’m sure I spelled it incorrectly but I’m sure it’s used incorrectly all the way around that doesn’t make it any less funny. Keep it up man your content just keeps getting better.
Hey, so happy I watched your video, now I have the confidence to get this kit! Thanks so much and of course I subscribed. Hope to move to western Montana someday. Take care, Paul Sanders
The video was pretty good, but you forgot to mention the third washer when installing the 90 degree fitting in the hole at the top of the generator case. The third washer is required so that the fitting tightens correctly on the case. I had to take it all apart, which wasn't easy since the close nipple loosened on the wrong side.
I like watching you work and your commentary as you work. I want to order a generator and the convertor kit, bring it to you, sit and watch you install it for me.
It probably doesn’t matter because it fits either way but the manual instructions say it’s 4 3/4” back from the top edge of the red plastic case border (where it meets the black front face). That would make it about 5/16” towards the front of the unit where you drilled the hole. If you put the metal washer’s left edge of the hole against where you put the tape then the center of the washer would be exactly 4 3/4” from the edge of the red plastic case border.
Great video; nicely done step by step. Question, please: A Hutch Mountain video does not show the step where you drain the fuel before switching to propane. Is that required?
I suggest that you find some non ethanol fuel to leave in there. It’ll stay even better over the long term. Maybe you are already doing that, but if not better to mention it than not
Yup. Watch Project Farms video on what ethanol containing gas does to a carburetor when sitting there. Additives helped but no ethanol gas was better than any additive.
Before breaking in my 2200 I bought that magnetic dip stick also. It did collect quite a bit of debris. That felt good!!😊 Should mention that I had a loose Earth magnet in my dipstick that Was loose and would have ended up in my engine. I had that happened to me on my handy 3000 i and mymain bearing is bad in that engine now. And I'm assuming the Earth magnet was stuck to it. I ruffed up both the magnet and the dipstick a little bit and glued the magnet in place with some g flex West systems apoxy from West marine. 😢 I believe that should hold.
In case you don’t know, propane or natural gas are both very clean burning fuels. Should get longer oil life too. I tore down a Ford tractor engine that burned propane for many years. That was just a slight build up of a white powder in the cylinders and valves. It came off very easy. One downside is propane has less power than gasoline. You may not notice it unless pushing it to the limit (1800 watts). I did see a video using one on a 15,000 BTU AC. Houston has none of the eu2200 generators. And no one knows when more will be shipped here. They were all shipped to Louisiana.
Really a cool video. 👍 Just a quick question? What happens when the generator shuts down on an overload and no one closes the propane tank valve? Is propane leaking in the generator (Garage)? Should the choke be used as if the generator would run on gasoline? Thank you, from Quebec City, Canada.
I have installed several Hutch Mountain kits, on two EU2200i generators and one EU3000is. If the generator is not running, no propane is drawn through the demand regulator, so no flow. This is a safety feature of this setup. No choke is required for startup on propane.
If red overload light is on and shutting down. Back off power immediately it's overloaded and you can burn up the inverter. Never run generator with red light on, flickering or blinking. As instructions say it can damage or shorten the life on a inverter generator. I burned up 2 cheap Chinese inverter generators. My Honda inverter generators take a licking!
the only down fall of the hutch kit is the no load valve.... the hutch kit states to adjust the demand regulator that is just wrong info! i added the load valve kit and it works perfect! atta boy for the blue 242 loctite!
Loctite all the way, don't want anything failing when I'm out and about. So far I haven't had any trouble with the propane conversion but if I do will will definitely make an update.
So I really enjoy your channel and videos. Have you ever heard of ASMR…? This video is just like some of the accidental ASMR videos on TH-cam. Not to be weird or anything but I watch this from time to time to help me go to sleep. Lol, you have a very soothing voice.
@@CodeBrownProductions I would really be interested on your fuel consumption data post conversion. How long can you run continuously on one cylinder of propane at load?
Great Video! I would love to buy the hutch mountain kit but live far from the USA. Could you be so kind as to tell us what the flow rate is for the gas regulator they provide? It would be very helpful to know this so that others around the world can find more stable forms of energy for their communities.
@@CodeBrownProductions thanks for the fast reply! Should have the flow rate on the regulator itself. I’ll give them a shout and see if they’ll share their specs
Excellent video. Well done. I'm curious if you ever needed to change the jet or adjust the provided regulator after the video for altitude. Also: have you used this genny on propane at even higher elevations, say over 10k? Thoughts about that? Thanks again and best regards. - Rusty
You might be able to modify it to physically make it work on another generator if it's the same size. But if yours is a 4000w generator it might not be set up to flow the right about of propane so be careful if you try that.
I just purchased this same kit. Quick question, do you leave the choke lever to the left or to the right when using hutch mountain propane conversion kit.
Could you show me more about that security bracket on your 2200i. I am planning to purchase a 2200i and add the conversion but I am also worried about people stealing it from the campground. Could you explain more about securing your generator and propane tank and where I can order the parts from?
I bought mine off Amazon. Just look up Honda 2200i security bracket and you will find it. After installation all you do is run a cable lock through the handle to secure it. The metal handle bracket makes it much harder for a theif to then cut the plastic handle and steal your generator. Same goes for the propane tanks. I just run a cable lock through the tank handles.
Keep in mind this invalidates the warranty. Think I'll keep a kit handy just in case but wait til I need it. Got enough cordless tools to do it in an emergency.
Good question. From my research propane is about 80% as energy dense as regular unleaded fuel. So I won't have the same amount of power but I'll be close. As for run time Hutch Mountain says I can run 30+ hours on a BBQ propane tank but don't clarify what size. I'm think they are referring to a standard 20lbs tank and the generator running at 50% load. Either way my camper has (2) 40lbs tanks on board so I should have more then sufficient supply to run all my needs and then some even on extended trips.
Does the sticker say Gasoline off, propane no or is that just me? And btw for your gas detector inside the trailer its should be below where u sleep as propane collects near the floor :)
Do not store gas with fuel stabalizer in any power equipment. I am a mechanic at a Husqvarna dealership and I can tell you from years of experiance stabalizer destroys plastc and rubber parts. Keep the gas tank empty and dry, but have several bottles of shelf stable 4 stroke gas with your generator. VP has an exelent shelf stable 4 stroke gas. If your propane runs out then add the canned gas to the tank. Do not store spair fuel in your generator's tank for more than 1 month.
@@CodeBrownProductionsWhats important to understand is that gas evaporates very rapidly. but not all of what makes up gasoline can or will evaporate. What you are left with after evaporation is a much thicker and less combustable substance. Even though the fuel tank is suppoed to prevenent evaporation over time the rubber seal on the gas cap is less effective Also, the carburetor is vented to open air through what is called the bowl vent. This means the gas sitting in the carb is very prone to evaporation. As the gas evaporates out of the carb more fresh gas trickles in from the tank alowing consant evaporation of the fuel supply. As a result of this process the carborator becomes clogged by the degraded fuel. About 90% of the repairs I do are carboretor cleans which is the only remody for this conditon. If you store the generator with the fuel switch set to OFF you will prevent new gas from entering the carb, but the small amount of gas in the carb with still degrade. What fuel stabaliser does is it makes old, degraded gas more comustable, but I dont believe it can prevent the gas from degrading in the first place. The chemicals in stabaliser are hard on plastc and rubber though so almost every generator I work on which has had stabaliser in its gas over spring and summer needs a carb rebuild. I know this is alot of information and someday I want to start making videos about this stuff, but I thought I should share what knowledge I have on the subject. As an additonal side note our gas nowdays has ethanol in it which literaly absorbs moisture out of the air. This resoults in water pooling at the bottom of gas tanks and carburetors which leads to rust and corrosion.
A Honda dealer said their Honda inverter generators warranty covers manufacturers defects only! What is not covered is all these gasoline problems like: Stale gasoline, Clogged up carburetor, Not getting gasoline, Gasoline in the crankcase, Needle and seat, Gasoline flooding, Clogged up fuel filter, Clogged up Spark arrestor, Starting but won't power up, Hard to start, Won't start, Fouled spark plug, And more!!! All these problems above are prevented by using propane or natural gas. By using natural gas or propane the generator will last two to three times longer. Because there is never any black carbon crud build up inside the engine ever which causes leaky valves and piston rings that won't spin on the Piston Ring lands. Which causes loss of power Blow by and eventually not running appliances. And then it's engine rebuilding or generator replacement at that point. I own and sell this generator just like this new in the box. I've been in the business for years. I've installed many of dual and tri-fuel kits. I've also had a car running and drove a car on propane. If you're interested in a new generator like this or the New Honda 1000 Tri fuel. Leave me a message thanks.
Not since I initially bought the generator. When I first bought it I gaped it properly and after the propane conversion I didn't change anything cause it was running so smooth.
Generator running - connected to LPG bottle. Generator quits running for whatever reason. Gas continues to flow through the open valve on the LPG bottle. Is this a safety issue ?
It's an on demand regulator. Propane won't flow unless it's under negative pressure from the generator. Of course it's a mechanical valve so there's always the risk of failure but that's with anything.
Going good so far! Solar panels are installed, power station is going in and just got a new Demetic fridge the I put under the bed. More videos to come as I complete each project.
I'm not sure of the exact number because I haven't ran it dry yet. But Hutch Mountain says it can run up to 30 hours on a standard BBQ tank. I'm assuming they are referring to 50% load on a 20lbs tank. So with two 40lbs tanks I would expect 120hr......ish
Working great. I've had absolutely no issues so far. I would definitely buy the Hutch Mountain kit again. I'm not familiar with the Grenergy, but that doesn't mean anything, they could be better or worse, I'm not sure.
from experience the problem with all these kits is if your generator stops running for any reason the propane keeps flowing. Also it burns more propane than gasoline about 30% more. it saves you nothing.
No if the 6" valve or engine stops the propane stops. I installed a load block on top of valve. I adjusted leaner for a little more power more fuel efficiency and can be adjusted easy for higher elevations. I converted a few generators and used load blocks on the conversions. A propane engine will last twice as long as a gasoline engine will, less problems, more dependable, no treating fuel, no carb problems, no starting every week, less maintenance because the oil lasts longer and the spark plug never turns black. Propane is the lazy man's fuel and preppers fuel. In my area propane is $2.00 a gallon and in the long run it's the cheaper way to go with way less problems!!!
You should read my other comment it explains Honda's warranty straight from Honda. It's what Honda said. All those gasoline related problems are not covered under warranty. They will fix it but you're going to pay for it. All those gasoline related problems don't happen when you run propane or natural gas! And the engine last two to three times longer running propane or natural gas.
The Hutch Mountain kit sucks. The generators run rough I bought 2 kits. Never bothered installing the second. This kit is JUNK. There's another kit from this other company. Its availabe on Amazon. They seemingly have better equipment and improved adjustments.
@@CodeBrownProductions Maybe you could respond by saying that your kit is NOT junk? If that is true. Or maybe say whether or not you have experience with other brands....or not? Or you could say it would be interesting for someone to do a comparison video? Just a few ideas off the top of my head.....
Hmmm, my kit works flawlessly. Installed it myself and am very pleased with the quality of every part. HutchMountain is pretty reputable from my experience. And, no I don’t have any affiliation with them other than being a satisfied customer.
@@adamr8628I've installed several fuel conversion kits for Honda generators, other generators and engines. I won't mention names but if your referring to Honda fuel kits. The one Honda kit with the rubber glued snorkel piece going in the carberator can fall off and do catastrophic engine damage? The other Honda kit one where you drill holes in the Hondas case because the flow is not right on the base plate? Or the other Honda kit where you don't have a gasoline tank anymore and can't run gasoline at all because you remove the gas tank? Hutch Mountain has the best kit for the Hondas. Their is 3 more kits out there for the Honda I won't use their kits again. And I won't use some other fuel conversion kits either.
Thank you for your great video! It actually made a huge difference on me getting my generator going today (on Sunday). I have an Oliver Travel Trailer with two 30lb propane tanks, and a Honda 3000is generator on board. I went to Hutch Mountain to get my LP conversion kit, and over the last two days we've worked hard to get things dialed in. Because it was an EXTREMELY tight fit in our "generator basket" on the front of the trailer, we had to do several custom fabrications, drill holes, making brackets, etc. etc. This was to be a permanent installation. In any event, today was "D" day where we tried to fire it up. And . . . . nothing! Motor kept turning and turning. We couldn't figure out what was the problem. When you pressed the spring primer button, you could hear gas flow. So, as usual, we went to youtube looking for help and found your channel/video. Although not apples to apples (you have a 2200, we have a 3000), lots of similarities. Then we got towards the end when you talked about "Eco" mode. We checked our generator, and sure enough it was on "Eco" mode. We turned off Eco mode and it fired right up!!! Hooray!!! Thanks again for your content, it really helped us today. We are now subscribers!! Note to self: Always start generator with eco mode turned OFF!!
I've made so many mistakes with stuff like that too lol. Glad you got it fixed!
I installed the same kit on my Honda EU2200I, and after multiple camping trips, it has performed flawlessly every time. No more gas, fumes, or worrying about static electricity inside the Jeep while carrying a gas can. Propane may be slightly less efficient than gasoline, but I'll never have a gunked up carburetor or stale gas, and I can easily adjust the regulator for any elevation change (in Arizona, my camping range is 200' to 8,500' elevation). For the performance and convenience advantages, this conversion is worthy of consideraton.
So far I love mine. It has worked perfectly! So glad I installed it.
And a lot less carbon built up in the head. Which will keep your lifters. and plug ,top of cylinder in good condition.😊
There are those who would criticize me for being a perfectionist. That is of course until they asked me to work on their projects … then it was okay.
I believe it was Vince Lombardi who said, “Perfection is not attainable. But if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.”
Sadly, it’s difficult to find anyone willing to even pursue excellence these days.
Nice work sir … I’d work next to you any day and I’m certain I’d learn a number of things.
Wow! Thank you for the very kind words. I always strive for a professional look on my projects and installs so it means a lot when someone notices that. Thank you!
@@CodeBrownProductions Most welcome. Once again, nice work!🤗👍
Glad I'm not the only OCD home mechanic out there!
Everything has to be nice, neat, and organized or else it bugs me lol
This was a prefect install. I'm about to purchase this Honda generator for my small food trailer. I wanted this Hutch converter kit bc I'd much rather hook up propane than gas. Thank you for this!
I forgot how nice Wyoming is ! I lived in Rock Springs back in the 70’s and loved it ! Honda is by far the best motor on the market for ATV’s , generators and all small HP engines !
I love mine!
you did exactly what I would of done with the blue caps and I hear ya, I like to have things in alignment. Great video, I can't wait for my conversion kit to come in.
I think you'll like it, I love mine.
Thank you for answering a question I had about it running in eco mode. I didn't know if eco still worked with propane. I don't know how but it seems to work just fine. I totally agree with ya, pimp my Honda. Magnetic oil cap - check, handle protector - check, multi-fuel conversion kit - check, we are good to go!
Wow, you made that conversion look really easy, thanks. I would rather store propane than gasoline. Much safer.
I just purchased the eu2200i and what a gem of a generator.I’ve always loved Honda products they are top notch.I’m highly considering this conversion .
It works fantastic, I love it so far.
I did this conversion and it works well. The only drawback is you can’t top off propane like you can gasoline. You either need a backup propane tank ready to go or you are shut down while you go get the tank refilled.
Run time and load comparison between propane and gas would be helpful. Thanks for your video.
That comment about the Germans saying “Good n tight (gutinthian)” I’m sure I spelled it incorrectly but I’m sure it’s used incorrectly all the way around that doesn’t make it any less funny. Keep it up man your content just keeps getting better.
Thank you, I always say the "good n tight" reference all the time lol
Hey, so happy I watched your video, now I have the confidence to get this kit! Thanks so much and of course I subscribed. Hope to move to western Montana someday. Take care,
Paul Sanders
Do it, it's worth the time and investment
The video was pretty good, but you forgot to mention the third washer when installing the 90 degree fitting in the hole at the top of the generator case. The third washer is required so that the fitting tightens correctly on the case. I had to take it all apart, which wasn't easy since the close nipple loosened on the wrong side.
I like watching you work and your commentary as you work. I want to order a generator and the convertor kit, bring it to you, sit and watch you install it for me.
It's not that hard and kinda fun to install. Bring me some drinks and I prolly would lol
TMI
Did not know they made these conversion kits, love it.
I love mine
Approximately how long will it run on a 20 pound propane tank?
12+ hrs
Good job from New Hampshire. Keep going I'm watching.
Thank you!
Awesome upgrade for the Honda generator. Thanks for the install video. I think the sticker is just a little crocked. Just Kidding....Lol.
Don't mess with my head like that lol
It probably doesn’t matter because it fits either way but the manual instructions say it’s 4 3/4” back from the top edge of the red plastic case border (where it meets the black front face). That would make it about 5/16” towards the front of the unit where you drilled the hole. If you put the metal washer’s left edge of the hole against where you put the tape then the center of the washer would be exactly 4 3/4” from the edge of the red plastic case border.
Thanks for the video. Looks good.Why not get two longer screws/bolts for the air filter rather than worry about thread protrusion?
Great video; nicely done step by step. Question, please: A Hutch Mountain video does not show the step where you drain the fuel before switching to propane. Is that required?
I suggest that you find some non ethanol fuel to leave in there. It’ll stay even better over the long term. Maybe you are already doing that, but if not better to mention it than not
Good idea
Yup. Watch Project Farms video on what ethanol containing gas does to a carburetor when sitting there. Additives helped but no ethanol gas was better than any additive.
Before breaking in my 2200 I bought that magnetic dip stick also. It did collect quite a bit of debris. That felt good!!😊 Should mention that I had a loose Earth magnet in my dipstick that Was loose and would have ended up in my engine. I had that happened to me on my handy 3000 i and mymain bearing is bad in that engine now. And I'm assuming the Earth magnet was stuck to it. I ruffed up both the magnet and the dipstick a little bit and glued the magnet in place with some g flex West systems apoxy from West marine. 😢 I believe that should hold.
I would check your dipstick for loose magnet all the time. A little bit of pole with a pliers p😊eriodically
@@markrottjakob2670 The solution is not to use them...
I used to have a tiny honda ex350 here in the uk. Got to love the sweet hum of a honda 😉
Yup
Nice video, how long can it run on 20 lbs propane tank and where did you get the steel handle at.thanks you for your video.
Hutch Mountain says 30+ hours on a BBQ propane tank. I'm assuming they are referring to a 20lbs tank and the generator at 50% load.
Thanks for getting back to me.
That is a nice kit. I was thinking blue Loctite just before you brought it out. Another great video sir.
In case you don’t know, propane or natural gas are both very clean burning fuels. Should get longer oil life too. I tore down a Ford tractor engine that burned propane for many years. That was just a slight build up of a white powder in the cylinders and valves. It came off very easy. One downside is propane has less power than gasoline. You may not notice it unless pushing it to the limit (1800 watts). I did see a video using one on a 15,000 BTU AC.
Houston has none of the eu2200 generators. And no one knows when more will be shipped here. They were all shipped to Louisiana.
Thanks bud. Good thing you did this video.. prob tough to just read the instructions and do it.
Really a cool video. 👍 Just a quick question? What happens when the generator shuts down on an overload and no one closes the propane tank valve? Is propane leaking in the generator (Garage)?
Should the choke be used as if the generator would run on gasoline?
Thank you, from Quebec City, Canada.
I have installed several Hutch Mountain kits, on two EU2200i generators and one EU3000is. If the generator is not running, no propane is drawn through the demand regulator, so no flow. This is a safety feature of this setup. No choke is required for startup on propane.
If red overload light is on and shutting down. Back off power immediately it's overloaded and you can burn up the inverter. Never run generator with red light on, flickering or blinking. As instructions say it can damage or shorten the life on a inverter generator. I burned up 2 cheap Chinese inverter generators. My Honda inverter generators take a licking!
the only down fall of the hutch kit is the no load valve....
the hutch kit states to adjust the demand regulator that is just wrong info!
i added the load valve kit and it works perfect!
atta boy for the blue 242 loctite!
Loctite all the way, don't want anything failing when I'm out and about. So far I haven't had any trouble with the propane conversion but if I do will will definitely make an update.
Well said ur TH-cam channel....I like them keep them coming....
Thank you
So I really enjoy your channel and videos. Have you ever heard of ASMR…? This video is just like some of the accidental ASMR videos on TH-cam. Not to be weird or anything but I watch this from time to time to help me go to sleep. Lol, you have a very soothing voice.
“ it’s actually called Unintentional ASMR… you may have a new calling
Unintentional ASMR
Excellent video. I'm doing this! And I subscribed. Keep up the good work!
I’ve been wanting to do this to mine. Thanks for sharing.
Me too, it was fun to install.
@@CodeBrownProductions I would really be interested on your fuel consumption data post conversion. How long can you run continuously on one cylinder of propane at load?
How is the security bracket used to secure the generator, and where to buy one?, Thanks for the video
Is it still able to run under full load (1800W all the way, 2200W for a short period) without a hitch? Have you done a full load test? Great video!
Great video. Thanks!
Outstanding video. Did the short carb studs ever present a problem?
Not so far
Thanks for the video. What is the extra handle you have on your generator? Thank you
Its a security bracket so the people can't easily cut the handle when I run a cable through it.
Great Video! I would love to buy the hutch mountain kit but live far from the USA. Could you be so kind as to tell us what the flow rate is for the gas regulator they provide?
It would be very helpful to know this so that others around the world can find more stable forms of energy for their communities.
To be honest, I have no clue. I would email them and ask them. They would have way more information then me.
@@CodeBrownProductions thanks for the fast reply! Should have the flow rate on the regulator itself. I’ll give them a shout and see if they’ll share their specs
Excellent video. Well done. I'm curious if you ever needed to change the jet or adjust the provided regulator after the video for altitude. Also: have you used this genny on propane at even higher elevations, say over 10k? Thoughts about that? Thanks again and best regards. - Rusty
Subscribed.... Maybe I missed it.... Butcan I run gas as a backup after installing.?? .. Went thru alot of comments to see if u answered that already
Yes it can. It's just a turn of a dial to switch from gas to propane and back
You just sold me on a Hutch Mountain Kit!
I love mine so far.
@@CodeBrownProductions I have two EU3000IS and two EU2200i's
currently looking for a conversion kit for my 4000w King Canada inverter generator, considering just using this kit....
You might be able to modify it to physically make it work on another generator if it's the same size. But if yours is a 4000w generator it might not be set up to flow the right about of propane so be careful if you try that.
Man really like your videos man and love your build man that trailer is awesome I have similar ideas but man really like your videos man thank you
I just purchased this same kit. Quick question, do you leave the choke lever to the left or to the right when using hutch mountain propane conversion kit.
I would have to double check the lettering.
Could you show me more about that security bracket on your 2200i. I am planning to purchase a 2200i and add the conversion but I am also worried about people stealing it from the campground. Could you explain more about securing your generator and propane tank and where I can order the parts from?
I bought mine off Amazon. Just look up Honda 2200i security bracket and you will find it. After installation all you do is run a cable lock through the handle to secure it. The metal handle bracket makes it much harder for a theif to then cut the plastic handle and steal your generator. Same goes for the propane tanks. I just run a cable lock through the tank handles.
@@CodeBrownProductions thank you
Didn't know you could do this! Thanks also I kept hearing the switcher in my subwoofer damn rail yard!
Also need to have an update on how efficient this setup is!
Keep in mind this invalidates the warranty. Think I'll keep a kit handy just in case but wait til I need it. Got enough cordless tools to do it in an emergency.
I don't know dog I think your sticker was a little bit crooked
Great review and job man. Enjoyed it.
Thank you!
Dont you need a propane filter inline after the regulator so propane oil doesnt get into the Generator?
is there a video for converting the eu3000is ?
Understand that it gives you fuel source flexibility, but how does the run time on a tank of propane compare to gas?
Good question. From my research propane is about 80% as energy dense as regular unleaded fuel. So I won't have the same amount of power but I'll be close. As for run time Hutch Mountain says I can run 30+ hours on a BBQ propane tank but don't clarify what size. I'm think they are referring to a standard 20lbs tank and the generator running at 50% load. Either way my camper has (2) 40lbs tanks on board so I should have more then sufficient supply to run all my needs and then some even on extended trips.
Question? so you can have fuel in the tank as long as there's no fuel in the lines?
Fuel and propane are two separate lines. When you switch from fuel to propane you turn off the fuel and run the lines dry then open up the propane.
@@CodeBrownProductions thank you! that's what I thought just want to be 100% sue. Have a blessed day!
thanks for the video. Very well done.
Thank you!
How does it regulate the fuel flow for different loads and rpms?
Don't you know that Yeti is anti-gun ? Many sporting goods stores have stopped carrying Yeti Coolers and other Yeti products.
I'll have to look it up. My sister got it for me so I wear it because I love her.
Does the sticker say Gasoline off, propane no or is that just me?
And btw for your gas detector inside the trailer its should be below where u sleep as propane collects near the floor :)
It just points to the gasoline off setting so that the generator stays on but shuts off the flow of gasoline.
I curious how it works after 2 years. If it was ok for the generator?
Works great, no issues!
Great video! Anyone know if you can use this conversion kit on the Honda EU20i?
Did 2 of mine from them .
Awesome
Do not store gas with fuel stabalizer in any power equipment. I am a mechanic at a Husqvarna dealership and I can tell you from years of experiance stabalizer destroys plastc and rubber parts. Keep the gas tank empty and dry, but have several bottles of shelf stable 4 stroke gas with your generator. VP has an exelent shelf stable 4 stroke gas. If your propane runs out then add the canned gas to the tank. Do not store spair fuel in your generator's tank for more than 1 month.
This is the first I've heard of that. I'll have to read up more on it.
@@CodeBrownProductionsWhats important to understand is that gas evaporates very rapidly. but not all of what makes up gasoline can or will evaporate. What you are left with after evaporation is a much thicker and less combustable substance. Even though the fuel tank is suppoed to prevenent evaporation over time the rubber seal on the gas cap is less effective
Also, the carburetor is vented to open air through what is called the bowl vent. This means the gas sitting in the carb is very prone to evaporation. As the gas evaporates out of the carb more fresh gas trickles in from the tank alowing consant evaporation of the fuel supply. As a result of this process the carborator becomes clogged by the degraded fuel. About 90% of the repairs I do are carboretor cleans which is the only remody for this conditon. If you store the generator with the fuel switch set to OFF you will prevent new gas from entering the carb, but the small amount of gas in the carb with still degrade.
What fuel stabaliser does is it makes old, degraded gas more comustable, but I dont believe it can prevent the gas from degrading in the first place. The chemicals in stabaliser are hard on plastc and rubber though so almost every generator I work on which has had stabaliser in its gas over spring and summer needs a carb rebuild.
I know this is alot of information and someday I want to start making videos about this stuff, but I thought I should share what knowledge I have on the subject.
As an additonal side note our gas nowdays has ethanol in it which literaly absorbs moisture out of the air. This resoults in water pooling at the bottom of gas tanks and carburetors which leads to rust and corrosion.
I seen another you tuber install a kill switch. I seen your sticker page had the kill switch sticker. Is that necessary or part of the kit?
It's part of the kit. The stick just shows that you place the slecetor in the Generator ON and Fuel OFF position to run on propane.
The conversion kit installation invalidates the Honda warranty, right?
Most likely
A Honda dealer said their Honda inverter generators warranty covers manufacturers defects only!
What is not covered is all these gasoline problems like:
Stale gasoline,
Clogged up carburetor,
Not getting gasoline,
Gasoline in the crankcase,
Needle and seat,
Gasoline flooding,
Clogged up fuel filter,
Clogged up Spark arrestor,
Starting but won't power up,
Hard to start,
Won't start,
Fouled spark plug,
And more!!!
All these problems above are prevented by using propane or natural gas. By using natural gas or propane the generator will last two to three times longer. Because there is never any black carbon crud build up inside the engine ever which causes leaky valves and piston rings that won't spin on the Piston Ring lands. Which causes loss of power Blow by and eventually not running appliances. And then it's engine rebuilding or generator replacement at that point.
I own and sell this generator just like this new in the box. I've been in the business for years. I've installed many of dual and tri-fuel kits. I've also had a car running and drove a car on propane. If you're interested in a new generator like this or the New Honda 1000 Tri fuel. Leave me a message thanks.
Great video, I'm getting one of these right now...What the discount code?
I wish I had a discount code. I'm not affiliated with them. I just made the video cause I really like what they make.
Non-ethanol gas? I know of no place that sells it around here. Katy, Texas. Is this necessary??
It takes normal 85 octane
@@CodeBrownProductions I got on the Honda web site and they said E10 was ok but it should not be allowed to stay in the carb or tank for over a month.
Nice and Clean install 👌 I like it! What is the price of the kit?
$263 at the time of this writing
well done
will this kit work on a AIVOLT 1200W,
The other jet they include is for natural gas.
Awesome great job man!
Thank you
Did you re gap the spark plug?
Not since I initially bought the generator. When I first bought it I gaped it properly and after the propane conversion I didn't change anything cause it was running so smooth.
Generator running - connected to LPG bottle.
Generator quits running for whatever reason.
Gas continues to flow through the open valve on the LPG bottle.
Is this a safety issue ?
It's an on demand regulator. Propane won't flow unless it's under negative pressure from the generator. Of course it's a mechanical valve so there's always the risk of failure but that's with anything.
@@CodeBrownProductions Instant reply - appreciated.
Well, that clears that up.
Thank you.
The sticker is a tad slanted other then that thumbs 👍
Awesome , too bad they don’t make one for predator generators. I’m looking for something now.
Thanks for the how to video
Welcome!
Best job
Thank you
Has anyone figured out the comparison of run times between a full gasoline tank and a propane tank?
NOTE: the new instructions have you remove the washer behind the nylon bolt... See the instructions... (I am a idiot)...
What’s the latest on the trailer?
Going good so far! Solar panels are installed, power station is going in and just got a new Demetic fridge the I put under the bed. More videos to come as I complete each project.
How long will it run off a bottle?
I'm not sure of the exact number because I haven't ran it dry yet. But Hutch Mountain says it can run up to 30 hours on a standard BBQ tank. I'm assuming they are referring to 50% load on a 20lbs tank. So with two 40lbs tanks I would expect 120hr......ish
Wow better than I expected thanks for info and video
Why not just use longer bolts?
The cover won't fit. It's super tight with just those.
How is the conversion working with hutch mountain? I saw the grenergy kit as well and just trying to compare the two.
Working great. I've had absolutely no issues so far. I would definitely buy the Hutch Mountain kit again. I'm not familiar with the Grenergy, but that doesn't mean anything, they could be better or worse, I'm not sure.
Great Job Real EZ
Nice.
Yup
nice stickers
Thank you
Great vid AAA
Cost of conversion kit? Thanks
Hutch Mountain $165
Great job 👏 new sub here🤙
Awesome! I really appreciate it!
can use a larger tank like 60lbs?
yes
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Don't know what that says, but thank you!
from experience the problem with all these kits is if your generator stops running for any reason the propane keeps flowing. Also it burns more propane than gasoline about 30% more. it saves you nothing.
Not so much for savings of money but convince because I already carry large amounts of propane. It's just easier to carry once fuel source.
No if the 6" valve or engine stops the propane stops. I installed a load block on top of valve. I adjusted leaner for a little more power more fuel efficiency and can be adjusted easy for higher elevations. I converted a few generators and used load blocks on the conversions. A propane engine will last twice as long as a gasoline engine will, less problems, more dependable, no treating fuel, no carb problems, no starting every week, less maintenance because the oil lasts longer and the spark plug never turns black. Propane is the lazy man's fuel and preppers fuel. In my area propane is $2.00 a gallon and in the long run it's the cheaper way to go with way less problems!!!
Yes I'd say that voids the warranty lol
I need a t-shirt that says, "I void warranties"
You should read my other comment it explains Honda's warranty straight from Honda. It's what Honda said. All those gasoline related problems are not covered under warranty. They will fix it but you're going to pay for it. All those gasoline related problems don't happen when you run propane or natural gas! And the engine last two to three times longer running propane or natural gas.
Seem like you forgot to remove (knock out) the washer in the back of the Air filter, that why you did not have enough threads. hahhahaha
A plastic propane injector no thanks. 2 cycle motors get just a little warm. Go with one that is metal.
I'll have to look into it.
WARNING: THIS VIDEO IS OBSOLETE. It does not follow the current instructions provided by Hutch Mountain:
Stupid expensive kits. May as well just use gasoline
The Hutch Mountain kit sucks. The generators run rough
I bought 2 kits. Never bothered installing the second. This kit is JUNK. There's another kit from this other company. Its availabe on Amazon. They seemingly have better equipment and improved adjustments.
I don't really know how to respond to this comment
@@CodeBrownProductions Maybe you could respond by saying that your kit is NOT junk? If that is true. Or maybe say whether or not you have experience with other brands....or not? Or you could say it would be interesting for someone to do a comparison video? Just a few ideas off the top of my head.....
I disagree. I've purchased three of them and all have worked perfectly.
Hmmm, my kit works flawlessly. Installed it myself and am very pleased with the quality of every part. HutchMountain is pretty reputable from my experience. And, no I don’t have any affiliation with them other than being a satisfied customer.
@@adamr8628I've installed several fuel conversion kits for Honda generators, other generators and engines. I won't mention names but if your referring to Honda fuel kits. The one Honda kit with the rubber glued snorkel piece going in the carberator can fall off and do catastrophic engine damage? The other Honda kit one where you drill holes in the Hondas case because the flow is not right on the base plate? Or the other Honda kit where you don't have a gasoline tank anymore and can't run gasoline at all because you remove the gas tank? Hutch Mountain has the best kit for the Hondas. Their is 3 more kits out there for the Honda I won't use their kits again. And I won't use some other fuel conversion kits either.