You have created the most informitive video I have found while researching my first generator purchase. Thank You!
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
James, thank you. That’s a great compliment. We always hope to help others with our experience. Alice
@tomtee4442
3 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents I have one generator over 25 years old and still going a Coleman 1850 watt non inverter generator it's truly indulestructable. I've overloaded it pushing it to run everything even rattling the valves being overloaded over the years running it past the governor for more power in a pinch overspeeding it and still not dying. it has blown a resettable breaker over the years but that's it. Just flipped the breaker back on that's it. It has the bulletproof Briggs engine on it. I also have a new 2200 watt Honda on propane, Natural Gas and gasoline. The hutch mountain kit is truly the nicest fuel conversion kit I have installed. I've only used propane on the Honda. I had a cheap Chinese 80cc inverter generator and I burned it up.from overloading it the motor would still run but the overload light just kept coming on and wouldn't make any power. Have you ran your Honda that hard over the years? The reason I ask I'm a little cautious to use another inverter generator of any type after burning one up. The inverter board died in it.so if you see the overload light keep coming on or shutting the electrical power off you better reduce the power or not try to run it overloaded. even honda-tech out of Georgia said this but I wanted to see from someone that owned a Honda a long time and maybe ran a generator as hard as I have. thanks.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
@@tomtee4442 sorry for late reply, we missed this comment on a comment. When we ran our generator at its hardest was for short periods after hurricanes. We have used it for several hours dry camping mostly to recharge our lithium batteries with no issues.
@claudius622
Жыл бұрын
I also have the multiplusii 12/ 3000w 2x120ac. So I can adjust the amperage input to charge my bb. It's funny I have 6x200w renogy and 4 by 100ah. So do you think the companion will be really useful? Tks
@jayesh497
Жыл бұрын
*Love how quite it is, New **Generater.Systems** maneuverable enough would be better with a little bigger wheel*
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Yes. We have the 2200 now we use only. It’s about 50 lbs. bigger wheels would help
@skyler_wa
3 жыл бұрын
We've had our EU2000i for 18 years and love it. Our camping friends had their EU2000i stolen one night while camping, so now we always chain ours to something solid -- that would be a good tip for your viewers.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Skyler, that is a good tip we forgot to mention. We always lock ours up. Thanks. Alice
@pavel9652
9 ай бұрын
I don't have one yet, but I didn't even consider using one without chaining it. Even if attended, it is good to secure it in case people leave for a moment. Note that the chains from hardware stores are inadequate for security.
@dpeterson2934
Ай бұрын
I just ran my Honda EU1000I paralleled to my EU2000I generator as a test using a Harbor Freight parallel kit. Starting the EU1000I first, then the EU2000I, I was able to attain 21 amps @117 volts. I measured this with separate voltage and current meters, both true rms.
@CoolBlue87GT
4 ай бұрын
Great video from 3 yrs ago, Thank you. I bought my EU2000i a few months before Hurricane Charley, we lived in Punta Gorda (ground zero for Charley) It has performed flawlessly ever since 2004. I usually get 9 hours run time to a tank of fuel. Had it running for 15 days straight until the power was restored to this area. In 2022 purchased a EU2200i as a back-up after Hurricane IAN clobbered us once again, this time living in Port Charlotte. I use the EU2000i weekly to do the yard trimming, have a little trailer I tow behind the lawn tractor to carry the generator and various yard tools It's been a life saver..
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 ай бұрын
It’s that time of year to check your generator, do maintenance and get it ready for the hurricane season, i usually change the oil, run all the existing fuel out off eco mode, check the plug, and add stabil. Larry
@jaya.0069
3 жыл бұрын
I've owned my 2000 for 5 years and it performed like a champ during hurricane Sally a few days ago. TV, satellite, internet, fridge and a couple lights saved the day!
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Jay, awesome. Sorry it had to be tested like that- a hurricane. Hope you faired well. But great to know it worked. Ours did through several hurricanes. Thanks for sharing. Alice
@Humbucker75
2 жыл бұрын
I'm in the market for our first generator and keep going back and forth between the spec-comparable $500-$600 generators and a new Honda 2200, although the Honda is double the price. The fact you guys have had this for 16 years is amazing and has really pushed me in the direction of just spending the money now and saving the headache down the road!
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
About a year ago I upgraded to the 2200 and it is awesome. Gives that extra little power I need to run the ac efficiency on the rv. My 2000 stil works great as long as I keep it maintained. My advice get the Honda, better value in the long haul. Larry
@tomallen6073
2 жыл бұрын
You’ll soon forget the extra money spent. Buy a cheap one and it might work good for a few years and then need parts that are no longer made. Screw that.
@KuntalGhosh
Жыл бұрын
@@tomallen6073 lmao , u have never bought a honda haven't you? honda still makes parts for their 40yr old generators , there is nothing as it might just work good for few years. if its a honda it will work good no matter if its 2yr old or 10yr old. i have first hand experience . i had a honda ebk2800 for more than 20 years and it had thousands of hours on it. it was stolen few years ago and i have got a used 30is which again has got hundreds of hours on it and not a single failure. something that you cant say about a generic cheap china clones . for camping where u have a regular use scenario always get a honda. they are the best of portable ones out there and totally worth the price tag.
@chapmanhere3397
Жыл бұрын
Buy Honda I’m a commercial fisherman and use the eu2200i everyday I’m fishing usually 12-16hrs a day
@Asidebar
Жыл бұрын
There is no question the Honda Generators are the best of the best. They also are the most efficient on gas and the quietest. I have Honda generators as old as 21 years. All I do is change the oil, keep them clean and never leave gas in them more than a month.
@bobsmithers
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for reminding me how old my Honda generator is. Used it for my RV for 12 years. Still works like the day i bought it! Use highest grade gas and synthetic oil and listen to it purrr for years!
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Bob, I haven’t read one bad comment about this generator. Sorry we made you feel old🤣. Alice
@s1mp13m4n
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. This is the only video I have found that shows the longevity of a Honda generator. I do not care about an unboxing or the fact that a Honda started while it was brand new. This video confirmed what I had been thinking. If a Honda EU2200I is used for emergency back up power, and I maintain the generator according to the manual, it will last for decades. Thanks again.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
That has been our experience, glad you found the review helpful. Larry
@s1mp13m4n
3 жыл бұрын
I have a question. How did you care for your generator all this time? The manual says 10w-30 motor oil. Did you use conventional or synthetic? Did you adjust the valves, etc?
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
I used non synthetic oil. But I never adjusted the valves. All fuel gets Stay-bil. Plus cleaned filters as needed. I started every 6 months, running it for an hour. Lar
@danteerskine7678
2 жыл бұрын
@@s1mp13m4n the valves don't need adjustment and whether you use mineral or synthetic motor oil and whether it's 15w40, 10w30 , it doesn't matter as long as you do regular oil change
@outthewaydre6450
3 жыл бұрын
Hands down best review on a generator ... wow
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. That will make Larry feel good- he works really hard and loves to hear it’s appreciated. Alice
@cherylclark1612
4 жыл бұрын
When we bought our first TT we too bought the Honda EU2000i. That was in 2002, we saw it at the big RV show on Pomona, Ca. We just knew we had to have it and paid about $900 for it if I remember. Just last year we traded it in for a 3000w and received roughly $800 toward the trade. That generator was 17 years old. That tells you what the expected life span is and we hope our 3000w will give us that many years as well.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Cheryl, wow. That’s impressive. I never thought of trading it in. I’m sure Larry knows about that. Not much is built to last. But this Honda is. Thanks for sharing your experience. Alice
@ReadySetAutismFamily
4 жыл бұрын
Wow 16 years is very impressive! Thanks for very informative video!
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Generators are a must have. Alice
@jayt838
3 жыл бұрын
I have a (1986) honda EX650 , runs perfect, and still used every camp season . Honda's are very good generators but wouldn't shy away from a yamaha. But i do ride Honda bikes, drive Honda cars, and ride Honda ATV's , mow my lawn with a Honda lawnmower, and pressure wash my driveway with a Honda pressure washer. So Ya I'm a fan too ! Great video very informative. Thanks
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
@@jayt838 😂 Yes. You are definitely a Honda fan. But just like our generator, you found what works Alice
@garynakanishi981
2 жыл бұрын
When I bought my EU2200I 4 years ago I took a few minutes to add a small amount of oil to the cylinder (approx 2 teaspoons), slowly pulled the cord to move the cylinder. (lubricated the metal) Put the spark plug back and started the generator. It reduced the friction alot.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Gary, great tip. We did that whenever we left didn’t use the generator for months. Now that we travel full time and dry camp, we don’t need to do that. Alice
@socal0buck
7 ай бұрын
I bought two around 2003. We ran them in parallel to power the AC on our boat. Then when the kids got older we did dozens of offroading trips all over Baja. Took one of them and we used it for cooking.
@DownsizingMakesCents
7 ай бұрын
Sounds awesome. Until we did serious camping, we only used them during hurricanes 😁 Alice
@MichaelSmalleyMPA
2 жыл бұрын
One of the best long term review I've seen on KZitem - great job! Thank you. My 2200i is being delivered today.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. And congratulations- we bought one as well with plans to boondock out west. Unfortunately, Larrys recent health crisis has us stationary.
@G4Disco
3 жыл бұрын
Sold! After the chaos in Texas, I'm finally pulling the trigger on this generator.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Having it all those years gave me peace of mind whenever a big storm was coming. Still running strong. I’m tempted to upgrade to the 2200 but I want to see how long my 2000 will last, Larry
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
@@LH-jq1lw If we had the weight capacity, maybe. But 10 pounds in means ten pounds out, if you know what I mean
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
@tom jenkins Tom, wow. We felt so bad for friends who went to Texas and got caught in that. Love hearing stories about the Honda coming through, Lar
@Glocktard
3 жыл бұрын
Hey, this is one of the best videos on this generator I have ever seen. I have the eu2000i and I like to learn from other peoples experience. Thank you.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Larry worked really hard trying to make sure he didn’t miss anything. Good to hear from another owner who knows. Alice
@saraparker184
3 жыл бұрын
you are gaining a subscriber solely based in how clean and organized you keep your tools!
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Sara, he labels EVERYTHING 😂. Now if he only kept the inside of the RV as organized 🤔 He is really good at maintenance and repairs. I’m lucky. Alice
@joemeyer2726
2 жыл бұрын
power loss with propane, run clean no ethanol
@itwasntme47
3 жыл бұрын
i have wanted a honda generator for many years. Our power in alberta canada is very reliable. I can't remember the last time the power went out. I just about bought the 2200 in Great falls montanna when our canadian dollar was par with the american dollar. Problem is that I really did not need one, I just wanted one in case of emergency. So I started looking again as I want to do more clamping this summer. This is an excellent video, thanks of the clarification!!!!
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
We are so glad we had it through those hurricanes in Florida. I’m glad your power is reliable where you live. In Florida, it doesn’t take much to lose power. It definitely is worth the price. Check out the comments in this video to see many happy owners. Thanks for the positive feedback, Alice
@Maxrotor1
3 жыл бұрын
I sold my 12 year old EU2000 for 750 and brought a EU2200. It pays to pay more for Honda.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
That’s an awesome price for your used Honda. You are so right. It pays to pay for a quality product. Larry
@Echolimabravo321
Жыл бұрын
Great vid! The honda is a great product for the camper!
@danielgeorgeson5835
7 ай бұрын
Bought a EU2000 in May of 2003. Traveled in our 5th wheel for 19 years then our new trailer when we downsized to a 24 foot pull trailer. Supplied power to our house several times during ice storms and power outages over those same years. It worked flawlessly starting on one or two pulls. My wife could start it easily. Sadly it was stolen from our campsite last summer. You see many of them on Craigslist that are clearly stolen so be careful to Chain it up and keep it stored out of sight.
@DownsizingMakesCents
7 ай бұрын
Daniel, So sorry yours was stolen. We always secure ours when we use it. But if someone is truly determined, nothing will stop them 😞 Alice
@Asidebar
Жыл бұрын
I have both a Honda eu2000i and a eu2200i they are the best generators. I live in Florida and they have worked perfectly for many years.
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Great to read this. Lots of positive comments about the Honda
@bakjamgaiass
3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure how to describe in words, what is so likeable about your video, but I really like your presentation. There is something about the way you speak that seems so organic. Your presentation is very clear and fluid. It makes it really easy to follow .
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Bakjam, wow. I don’t know how to respond. I read your comment to Larry and he was speechless. Thank you so much. Larry works so hard to make a video like this that can be helpful and easily understood. Comments like yours make us keep going with this KZitem thing. Alice
@YukonHawk1
2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree....it's like he should be on the radio or TV🙂🙂👍👍
@gavinelliot3564
Жыл бұрын
You can't beat quality. You get what you pay for.have had eu1 for 20yrs.thousands of hrs.never had a drama.T800Aust
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
You are so right. Lots of comments about how great this generator is - just treat it right
@leelantern805
4 жыл бұрын
I have been running a eu2000i for 12 years now never had any issue, not once, years ago I had buddy tell me how great his harbour freight generator was and how much I was a sucker for overpaying for a Honda. Last year we met up in lake George he was sporting a Honda, asked him why he became a sucker and he said he can't take the noise anymore and harbour fright stuff is crap and was terrible to start. I guess we are all suckers now lol
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Lee, you have great stories. That’s why we love reading comments. We learn so much. Yeah. We are happy to be suckers. 🤣. Alice
@robertthibodeaux4435
3 жыл бұрын
Lol Lee! That’s a good story!
@jakobrebeki
8 ай бұрын
I have a Kipor KDE 6700T. It is a diesel 120vac at 33amps or240vac at 19amps with oil alert,12dc battery charging and is fitted ready for an ATS switch to cover power outages. Very good on diesel and very quiet. Bought it back in 2009. Best genny I have ever had....
@DownsizingMakesCents
8 ай бұрын
That sounds awesome, it would be very convenient to only have diesel for the truck and genny, how loud is it? Larry
@jakobrebeki
8 ай бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCentsYou can use both truck diesel (white) or Farm diesel (Red) I have used many different Gen Sets over the years and my Kipor is just unbeatable. It is 79dbs at one meter distance. I am in England and the plug sockets and systems are different over here from the USA. Over here we have as standard the grid supply at 240vac and also 3phase at 440vac can be availble but only upon request to the local net work supplier and you have to pay to get it laid in. We as mains supply do not get 120vac but have to use mobile yellow site transformers, 240vac in and 120vac out to use in safety notified places such as building sites and general construction. Hope this helps....
@shanwar9844
2 жыл бұрын
The best period. I bought one 2200i and it got us through 36 hrs in nyc after the last 100 yr storm with no power last summer. It ran the whole house minus ac. Two refrigerators all fans and lights plus TV and coffee maker. I was able to talk my wife into one more so we can parallel them and have one small window ac next summer. I use marine stabil and no problems. I learned about these gems working on the railroad. 2 2200i's run my whole house like nothing happened minus the huge central air ac.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
That’s how we used ours for years when we lost power for days during hurricanes. Then we brought it with us when we went full time. A beast that lasts for years! Alice
@leewarner9357
3 жыл бұрын
We own two 2200i Hondas. One is the companion. When we had a hurricane in 2020 and was out of power for 3 days (lucky us), I ran these in parallel for the whole 3 days non stop with an extended run tank system I made. I ran my two fridges and freezer, some lights in the house, a tv with firetv streaming from cellular wifi. a portable ac unit, the inground pool lights over head for some light outside, a microwave, and kept charged the I pads and phones. My poor neighbors had just bought like $400 worth of frozen food before knowing about the hurricane. She begged me to please try and help her. So I said I would only if my generators did not overload. So I ran her deep freezer, no big load at all. I told her to add her side by side fridge. Still ok. Told her to add a few lights, charge her phones. Still worked great in eco mode and the gens did not ramp up to full speed and ran all of this for 3 days non stop. On the third night, we had a pool party with two other neighbors and added the big Bazooka G3 36 inch sound par to the setup. Still worked awesome and still the gens did not ramp up. These gens are nothing but awesome. You get what you pay for!!! This year we are buying a third 2200i companion to parallel all three for 50 amp power( really close ) to run our camper (30a) and the some things in the house for this years hurricane season
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Love the story about helping out your neighbor. They are great generators. We are dry camping right now in the Everglades, the solar is keeping up but I’m glad i have my honda to pump the batteries back up on rainy cloudy days. The guy next to us is using a contractor generator and man is is loud compared to our honda. I didnt know you could parallel 3 Honda’s together, that’s wild. Larry
@leewarner9357
3 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents Its easy really. There is a online diagram that will show how the generator is wired. The parallel ports are actually wired off the 15a plugs. So actually you can use a suicide plug and plug each into each other. Better would be making a 30a or 50a plug box and run all the pigtails into the box off the parallel ports. The Hondas synchronize the sine wave automatically.
@tomtee4442
3 жыл бұрын
With 2 generators they say it doesn"t matter which side is hot and neutral but what about the third generator I was always thinking about using 3 inverter generators paralled together. I thought if I can't find a video wire 3 neturals together and tie other hots together should work.
@leewarner9357
3 жыл бұрын
@@tomtee4442 , you need a meter to determine which is hot and neutral on the pigtails before making a plug yourself. There are a ton of videos showing 3 way paralleling with the Honda gens. When I seen the wiring diagram of the generator. I found out the parallel ports are just wired into the receptacles. Just make a suicide 110v plug and plug the third gen in one of the other gens receptacle. Dont mix and match Hondas with some other brands though. The Hondas sync together with their inverter. This year I'm getting another companion to have 2 30 amp plugs. Follow the same procedure as running two in parallel. Start one at a time and wait for the gen to stabilize, then move on to the next. Also remember, if you are going to run 3 gens, the companion (if you have one in the mix) with the 30 amp plug still will only be able to safely do 30 amps. That's where a second companion would help with a second 30 amp plug. With 3 eu2200i gens, you can expect up to 45 amps continuous and a surge at 50 or higher at 110v.
@tomtee4442
3 жыл бұрын
@@leewarner9357 you're right as long as you use a 3-way plug with the ground on bottom and say for instance the hot on the right. That way instead of a basic plug they don't get swapped around. the ground plug on the bottom would keep them straight or wire them that way. I've got a new Honda 2200 watt tri fuel conversion hutch mountain kit just running propane. But after burning up one New cheap Chinese 80cc engine 2200 watt generator only running propane fuel little less than 3 amps total on echo idle with an electric blanket for 6 months around eight hours a day. I'm a little hesitant of using any inverter generator after burning up a cheap inverter board. generator still ran but overload light come on instantly and wouldn't make any power. even Honda tech out of Georgia said be careful because they also have an inverter board in them that can burn up from overloading. From what I experienced and found out later If overload light comes on you should reduce power or cut off something. if generator overload light comes on and inverter generator stops making power it's giving you a warning before the generator inverter board burns up. I'm use to the non inverter bulletproof generators one a Coleman 1850 watt generator and a 5000 - 6250 watt Maximum non inverter generator too. I've had both generators for over 25 years and still going strong. I've ran everything on it including sensitive electronics that never burned up anything and both generators are still going strong. Non inverter generators will pop the resettable breaker. You just push it back in and they keep going if the resettable breaker blows but they're very very dependable.the bigger generator non inverter is very loud the 1850 watt Coleman is relatively quiet not bad it's a camping And I've had so many things plugged in it the valves rattled but nothing ever blew up or died. And I cannot find anybody that has ran a inverter generator off of an electric blanket for a long period of time off grid like I did. People just say the Honda should be able to take it.
@leelantern805
4 жыл бұрын
Oh I have a good story, we were camping on an island near north bay when the generator rolled down and landed in the water dragging a Milwaukee m18 charger with it, sank like a rock so I though oh crap it's dead for sure as it was running at the time. My buddy is very good with small engines and had it all taken apart to dry and 2 days later while still on the island she fired right back up, the charger did not fare as well, I told the story to the Milwaukee rep at a demo day and she handed me a brand new charger from her truck, it's stuff like this that make me loyal to certain brands.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Lee, awesome story. Any video? Very cool of the Milwaukee rep too. We don’t see changing from Honda anytime soon. I bet you watch where you put your generator now 🤣. Alice
@stackattack303
3 жыл бұрын
I live off grid with no solar yet. I ran my first 2000 for 3000 hours nonstop except to change oil every week..I have an hour meter on all 4 of my Hondas you get what you pay fore.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Kevin, that’s a great test story for this generator. I have yet to read a comment by an owner that is negative. Alice
@tomtee4442
3 жыл бұрын
I"m off grid too have you ran any of your inverter portable Hondas with over load light on for very long or shutting down from over loading?
@ikeyeet8312
3 жыл бұрын
Worth their weight in gold, We cycle them out at about 10 years, ( they sell for about $500 used) then buy another new one.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
We are thinking about getting a new one. We shall see. We are about to release our video about how much our first year cost. So maybe in will be in the next cost video. Alice
@ikeyeet8312
3 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents I just looked on marketplace $700-$800, I’d say it’s a good time to buy and replace!
@g.elliott4789
Жыл бұрын
Same experience with my 23 yo 2000i
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
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@nickadeletti7655
3 жыл бұрын
I have one thats close to 19 years old. I still use it at least once a week to this day!
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Nick, I can believe that. As long as it is taken care of, it should last
@daveh5635
Ай бұрын
Nicely done! And you answered the neutral/ground bonding question thoroughly! OUTSTANDING WORK!
@cerescorubi
2 жыл бұрын
I bought one of these at least 12-15 years ago. Was trying to use it with my pickup camper to run the AC primarily. It would not start theAC so I bought a second one and connected them with the factory kit. That worked great. I see they offer a soft staraccessoriy for the AC now but it would not work back then. Both still work perfect but I don't use them often anymore as my last couple of RV's have on board units.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
I can see that problem. We have the Microair soft system for our bedroom AC and it’s helped so much. We plan on putting another one on our main AC. Thanks for sharing your experience, Alice
@jmstew642
4 жыл бұрын
I have a eu2000 my self, 18 years old... No problems... I did service the timing belt last year... and new spark plug...
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
I didn’t even know it had a serviceable timing belt. It’s going to be interesting to see how long we can make it last, I’m tempted to get a 2200 for the increased output. Lar
@jmstew642
4 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents It just get replaced and valve lash reset. It is deep in the unit, though...
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up. Do you have a video on that? Lar
@jmstew642
4 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents no video myself, but just look up on KZitem "eu2000 timing belt replacement'"
@noexcuses6727
2 ай бұрын
Love my little Honda, so quiet. Wish the wife was as quiet.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 ай бұрын
😆 maybe she’s not quiet because you give her a lot to complain about 😉 Alice (Larry’s wife)
@riverrunner23
2 жыл бұрын
I just ordered the eu2200i and am glad to have come acroos your review. After much research, video watching and cost comparisons, it was the Honda that won out. About $1179.00 for the one I'm getting, plus tax, so not too shabby. Buy once, cry once, to paraphrase your "you get what you pay for" statement. Thanks and enjoy.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
I agree, i upgraded to the 2200 last summer for the extra power. I still have my trusty 2000 as a backup or combine it with the 2200. They are a lot of money but worth it in the end, they just work when you need them. Larry
@JohnSmith-yv6eq
2 жыл бұрын
Forgot to add...it may be worth considering that the extended fuel supply to use might be an outboard motor tote tank with a fitting feeding into a modified fuel cap on the generator (the built in air vent replaced with an airtight outboard motor end fuel fitting)...so as the fuel in the generator's onboard tank is used the suction draws fuel in from the outboard tank (with it's vent open, of course) The outboard tote would fit nicely on top of that table over the generator..... When you pack up, replace the normal cap on the generator fuel tank.....for ease of transport/ storage. Taking the outboard hose off the fitting automatically seals the fuel hose, as does taking the hose off the tank end....easy for transport/storage, too.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
I have seen these specialty caps being used on honda generators in many commercial applications like food trucks etc. They can run all day without having to worry about refueling. We never run ours for more than a few hours at a time with the RV. When were were using it for hurricane power, one of those set ups would have been very welcome because we ran it almost 24/7 for a week or more. Larry
@webesmith
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 6 gal extended run tank for my EU2000i. It will run for a couple of days without refueling. Also you can refuel without shutting the generator down. I recently ran it for 3 1/2 days straight after Tropical Storm Isaias.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
wow thats pretty cool, when we run during power outages, it sucks constantly refuelling when it is running 24/7 for a week at a time.
@Asidebar
Жыл бұрын
It runs for over 8 hours on less than 1 gallon. Easy to shut to down to cool off and refuse which will be better for longer years of service.
@jeffersonbarstow3512
2 жыл бұрын
Got mine in 2001 and it has been chugging along since. It still starts with only one or two pulls. I use it to power a fridge and freezer mobile for scouting, (cheaper than buying ice for coolers).
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
So many comments like yours about the decades of great service they have had with their Honda 🤗
@Abp.Mars-Assembly
Жыл бұрын
Very thorough, very solid review. Really sets the president for what is to be expected of a portable diesel generator. A 16 year experience margin is extremely rare and it was well expressed. The grounding tutorial was very handy as well. Cant find a review like this anywhere.
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Larry tries his best not to “review” something on day one. There’s enough of that on KZitem 😉 And Larry works hard to be thorough, easy to understand and concise. Thank you so much for the compliment
@LivingOurAmericanDream
9 ай бұрын
With all those storms taking out your power I see why you were so willing to sell your house, lol! My wife and I intend to travel when we become empty nesters but not selling the homestead. Just bought the newer version of this generator for our off grid cabin and so far we love it. Good review!
@DownsizingMakesCents
8 ай бұрын
We have a 2200 now and it’s awesome. Plenty of power quiet and reliable. Larry
@JohnDoe-ut3sz
4 жыл бұрын
This is the reason why Honda charge you $1000 for a 2000 watt. Reliability and Longevity
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
John, well put. So many people agree that the cost is worth it. Alice
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
FCJarrett We had a Honda mower for years. Used it until wheels fell off. Sorry you had a disappointing experience. Did you contact Honda? Alice
@geod3589
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. This is the difference between a Predator from Harbor Freight on the same thing from Northern Tools. But I'm older now with bad back so looking for one with an electric start.. sure wish this one had electric start.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
@@geod3589 The Honda starts easily. It’s the carrying that hurts my back because of my RA. Larry
@allaboutroofing2
3 жыл бұрын
@@geod3589 also a harbor freight tailgater is 2 stroke and is 40 times more polluting than a 4 stroke, noisy as hell and lasts only 500 operating hours. Not a good deal even at $100 bucks. The cheap comes out expensive. Edit: took out predator since I was corrected below about it being 4 stroke.
@GabrielSBarbaraS
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting, we are getting up near 70 YO now and the wife no longer has any desire to help me lift the 3200 watt inverter generator and I am unable to lift it myself up on the back of the truck bed. We just bought the Honda 2200I and I can lift it easily, easy to start, and confidence it will start when needed. Presently working on aux boat tank set up to extend run and fun time throughout the night. It will power my camper with the AC on and battery charging. ( Don't think it will run the AC and microwave/ or hot pot at the same time, but thats OK with us .)
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
We loved our 2000 and now we keep a 2200 with us, it provides all the power we need even AC when there are unusually hot days. We purposely try to stay away from heat, that’s one of the big reasons we have this lifestyle, but it is nice to have our little honda to keep us powered up and cool when dry camping. Larry
@dougb4956
Жыл бұрын
All of these Hondas can connect together. I've done it myself and you can see it done on KZitem by several people. Personally I've connected the EU1000 and EU2000 together with no problems whatsoever. Works just fine. I've also done my EU3000 and EU2000 together. Try it yourself at your own risk. 🙂
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Yes, you are correct and multiple units can be combined, but Honda is only recommending to combine the 2000 and 2200 not the 1000. Larry
@thanatoskatakrima5864
Жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine for almost a year and now that summer is halfway, it runs my 5000 btu a/c on eco throttle without any issues while keeping me cool in my van 👍
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
So many positive comments about Honda generators. Glad to read another 😃
@g.elliott4789
Жыл бұрын
Similar experience, just bought another 2000i- used $600, and a parallel kit. Now I can run the entire house plus a window AC
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
I have a 2200 and a 2000 now but never need more than the 2200, because my inverter combines battery power with the generator when I need extra juice like running two air conditioners. Larry
@g.elliott4789
Жыл бұрын
"cool"@@DownsizingMakesCents
@NETWizzJbirk
3 жыл бұрын
Have the EU2200i and love it. I change the oil with Mobile 1 once a year in the winter and approximately every three months change the fuel pumping it out by hand siphon pump into a car. I give it new Ethanol-Free with Stabil and always run it about 15 minutes to circulate the new fuel then close the fuel petcock until it stops. I then drain the flat bowl and pull the rope gently until compression is felt to close the valves. It gets stored in a Sterillite plastic tote indoors away from extreme heat/cold and humidity, and you NEVER smell any fuel or anything from it, and it always starts easily. For good measure I bought extra oil, high quality fuel cans, a boat tank for extended runtime, a service manual, ALL gaskets, a carb kit, jet screwdriver, carb cleaner, air filter, K&N oil, extra spark plugs, etc... but I have needed none of it. It just always works and very well.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Sorry. I have been checking comments on my phone instead of the computer so I just saw this. Wow. You definitely are ready for anything haha. Yes. This generator is one purchase we have never regretted. Alice
@JesusRamos-1224
4 жыл бұрын
I have a Honda EX4500S ,Will be 22 years old in next Sept.30,Bought 9/30/98. It is the best,more reliable generator ever.The secret,loving and tender care. Use quality oil (synthetic)Change oil often,it's cheaper than repair.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome. It seems most people are very happy with their Honda. We hope more people by a Honda for the peace of mind. Yes. Up front it might cost more, but so many people have commented if the decades they have had their gene. Thanks for sharing. Alice
@rickmanley767
3 жыл бұрын
It was important to me to get an inverter generator. I have far to many sensitive electronics to gamble with a dirty energy non-inverter type generator. And I like how it throttles down when it can, saving on fuel and noise.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Inverter generator is the only way to go if are powering any kind of household electronics. Plus as an RVer you want it to run as quiet as possilbe. We are dry camping in the Everglades national park and the guy next to us has a contractor generator, man is it loud, had to run at full steam since it does not have an eco mode. Larry
@stv111play
Ай бұрын
AC the game changer, but honda a good relaible product worth a little more up front money for sure, wish they had a 3600w for RV and AC with head room
@jimmyjimjim3054
2 жыл бұрын
I use one of these for Tire warmers for my race bike for years. Its awesome and never fails. Maintenance is super easy.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Getting one of the cheaper brands is tempting but in the end the Honda’s are worth the money. Larry
@jimmyjimjim3054
2 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents Agreed.
@arriagada1957
2 жыл бұрын
We have all 3 Hondas 1,000..2000..2200 for over 7 yrs running almost everyday 5..8..10 hrs..Any used Honda generator is better than any new generator ! The resale value is amazing, parts in Amazon are available 24/365..if you are looking for long term generator Honda is the #1..!! Most generators will overload at 1,400 watts or less ! ONE TIP if you install the 364 soft start from MicroAir you can run your roof ac with the Honda 2000 !
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Yes. We agree. Hondas are great. And we did install a Microair - best install video and featured at the Micro-Air booth at the Tampa RV Show 😉
@michaelthomson5101
Жыл бұрын
Nicely done, very thorough. I've been looking at the eu2200i and you sold me. It doesn't hurt that when I bought my house in late 2003, I bought a Craftsman lawn mower the following spring, it has a Honda motor on it and only twice has it failed to start on the first pull in the spring. I attribute that to bad gas. I have since been using Lucas fuel treatment and that bad boy runs great! Thanks for the video, stay tick free.
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Thanks. You can tell by the comments that this is a great generator. We have had no issues at all. Tick free? We are trying our best. Thanks again
@gregbrassington2120
2 жыл бұрын
Honda , simply the best 👍
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Greg, definitely. Just look at the comments, Alice
@abak73
3 жыл бұрын
Wow! 16 years!
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
It’s still running great, Alice
@apmiller77
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent review! Just bought a 2200i a month ago after I realized I can no longer fully trust the government to keep the energy grid working (TX) due to the shift to “green” energy the next 10 yrs.. Been wavering for 5+ yrs. about getting one. Last summer I bought a Westinghouse for about half the price of the Honda. It leaked gas all over itself the 1st time I tried to use it, so I sent it right back. My main purpose is to keep 3 sump pumps, and a freezer etc working (not necessarily at the same time) during a heavy rain coinciding with a power outage.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
I actually want my 2000 to die so I can justify buying the 2200, lol. I think you will be happy with the 2200, the best feature is, it can sit for a year, but when you have an outage, you know it will start right up. I did my regular maintenance and about a month before hurricane season I would start it up . And run it for an hour or so. Sta-bil in the fuel is important, good luck. Larry
@adcraziness1501
2 жыл бұрын
I feel it is important that I bring my little Honda generator in and have it ready whenever a big storm blows through...that way the power will stay on ;)
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
I always maintained, prepped and ran my Honda before the hurricane season, being without power sucks. Larry
@robertledsome3327
2 ай бұрын
My buddies Honda 6500 is 30 years old!
@joparks2509
3 жыл бұрын
I was about to purchase the predator 2000 when I saw this video. Changed my mind for sure. LoL
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Jo, if you read the comments on this video, you will see we aren’t the only ones that love this generator. Alice
@ryanshannon6527
3 жыл бұрын
I've only seen 1 Honda 2000 fail in my life. It was 15 years old and had been used 24hours/ day about 200 days a year on a mineral exploration site. The cheap generators were lucky to last 1 season of abuse so yeah Honda is worth the extra cost if you maintain them.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Yes! It is worth the money to buy quality when you know it will last. We will upgrade when this one dies- if it ever dies haha
@737T1C130
3 жыл бұрын
Great review. Was leaning toward one of the cheaper models, but knowing I can get 16+ years of service out of a Honda, seems worth it. Thanks!
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Yes. As long as you keep up with the maintenance. Sta-bil helped a lot.
@ikeyeet8312
3 жыл бұрын
can also use it for about 10 years then sell, used ones sell for $500 or so, but a new one and keep repeating.
@737T1C130
3 жыл бұрын
@@ikeyeet8312 That's exactly what I did. I found a eu2000i for $500 that was wasn't running well, cleaned out the carb - good as new!
@stimulatemyexistence5669
2 жыл бұрын
Less than 75 a year knowing anything happens you're covered!
@adcraziness1501
2 жыл бұрын
There are really two types of generator owners. People who bought Hondas and people who didn't and constantly compare theirs to a Honda. Don't get me wrong, Yamaha also makes a top shelf model and they all work. The difference is real, you get what you pay for. The cheaper ones have to run at higher RPM to deliver the same power, which means they are louder (even though they post similar dB ratings ON PAPER) and any time you have to run an engine faster it is incurring more wear. So as someone who did the research and made the decision already, I would advise a Honda or maybe Yamaha vs the cheaper generators. Some people will say "but the Honda doesn't even have a fuel gauge" - anyone who really uses their Honda has an extended run tank anyway that DOES have a fuel gauge.
@RogerC68
Жыл бұрын
Great video! We bought our pair in 2015 and haven't had the opportunity to power our house yet but it's peace of mind. We had purchased 1 companion and the regular one. Love these gennies!
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Peace of mind is exactly why we had one when we had a S & B - especially in Florida. And thank you 🤗
@samhill5231
5 ай бұрын
Great video. I recently bought a Honda eu2200i to replace my old John Deere G250 (2500W) conventional genset which still works but is way noisy and now too heavy for me to move around as it doesn't have a wheel kit. I'm expecting this new generator to power a fridge and freezer although not at the same time, a gas hot water tank exhaust fan, sum pump and a couple of lights all in the event we have an ice storm or other power outage event here in Canada. Oh, BTW I also have an old Honda EX650, still runs well, to supplement low wattage low draw electrics as well.
@DownsizingMakesCents
5 ай бұрын
You cant go wrong with a honda. Larry
@sidneywhite749
Жыл бұрын
I regularly use Star Tron enzyme fuel stabilizer in all my small gasoline tools and generators. It was recommended to me rather than Stabil.
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
We have been using Stabil for 15 years. Before we started traveling full time, we only used our generator maybe once a year during hurricane season. Started up no problem
@tomtee4442
2 жыл бұрын
I've looked at a lot of generators in the basic 2000 Watt Chinese portable suitcase inverter generators most all have a 79cc engine and don't have the amps. Most of the time they don't list the amps which are relatively low when they do. The Honda 2000 is proven stronger than anything in its class. The Honda 2000 has more startup and running amps than any thing in its class. I tried the cheap route first but I burned up two cheap Chinese inverter generators. luckily they were still under warranty. The one traded and the other one I still have and plan on selling. When you really run something hard like me you got to have quality. I did buy a camping generator back in 1994 at Walmart for about $399.00 and the generator which is a Coleman pulse 1850 watt camping generator non-inverter style portable and but relatively quiet. It has the bulletproof Briggs & Stratton engine. Still runs perfect today. I wouldn't trade it or sell it for the world. I also changed it over to dual fuel and now only run propane in it. I've also converted my new Honda 2200 and new Honda 1000 generator over to tri-fuel. Once you go to The lazy Man's fuel, propane that is. you won't go back to the headaches or problematic gasoline. No carburetor problems, no treating fuel ever, running propane you never have to start it like gasoline. Periodically, propane runs cleaner, propane engines last longer and at $2.00 a gallon for propane it's far cheaper. I'm from an old school I like stuff to last a lifetime. Even though I can work on things I don't want to other than two thoroughly maintenance it. Also with propane it's almost maintenance-free compared to gasoline. The engine on propane the oil stays super clean, the spark plugs a super clean like new. An engine on propane the engine oil doesn't break down or turn dark like a gasoline engines oil does.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Yo sold me Tom, I am going to get the propane kit for my 2200. I love all the advantages that you mentioned but especially not having to deal with gasoline which is a pain in the ass. The only thing good thing about gasoline is that it’s available everywhere. Larry
@tomtee4442
2 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents I added load blocks on my tri fuel kits to fine tune and lil more power on generators. mainly to start an air compressor that was having a hard time starting on the standard trip fuel kit after adding the load block it started air compressor a lot easier. when using a load block you can't lean it to much. but you can run too much fuel and overheat generator with propane. that's what the professionals have told me over the years dealing with propane. also running lean on propane you're more fuel efficient and more power.
@kahvac
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, for people thinking about buying a generator like one of these at maybe 1/2 the price you give up Honda quality and parts availability not to mention peace of mind.It's like an insurance policy that will be there when you need it. Love my Honda EU3000is
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks. The 3000 is an awesome unit. But a bit heavy for Larry with his RA issues. I’m certainly not going to left it 🤣. You made excellent points about Honda generators. Alice
@kahvac
4 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents You made the right choice. My EU3000is is for my home. I would buy one of the smaller Honda generators if I needed less power or something portable. I sleep better knowing I have Honda reliability.
@oldschoolisnewschool
Жыл бұрын
Great vid. I just got a 1000 It runs my small heater. I use to run the stove. Now I'm good. Today is a happy day. Once again u do a funtabulus job with your vids.
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@mfieldmfield4245
3 ай бұрын
Excellent post. Best review/information based video on KZitem. Explained in layman’s terms that the average person can understand and use. Hope you enjoyed Pancake Bay. We have property around the corner on Superior and spend as much time as possible up there.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 ай бұрын
Wow. We appreciate the compliment. We love Canada camping - in the summer 😁 Property close to Pancake Bay? Room for a fifth wheel? 😉 Alice
@KuntalGhosh
Жыл бұрын
the parallel capability is not limited to the same make and model unit , u can hookup 1000i and 2000i in parallel or even 7000i and it won't have a problem . u can even mix up brands but i would not recommend doing it. the parallel plugs are just live and neutral and u connect them in parallel with normal generators doing this would cause a big short and ruin the alternator but with inverters the inverter module is intelligent enough to sync up their output and control their voltage so they can share loads equally and when one is upto its full potential it will not pump any more current out so the other one will compensate for that before you fully overload them and then they will shut down. you won't have any problem if u parallel the 1000i with 2000i
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
It may be POSSIBLE to connect the 1000 in parallel with the 2000 and 2200 but the manual specifically states that only the 2000 and 2200 can be connected in parallel, in addition only certain serial numbers can be connected, see page 50 of the manual. Larry
@amyheflin143
2 жыл бұрын
We love our Honda and enjoy its quiet performance.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
When we had a sticks and bricks, we used it every power outage - mostly due to hurricanes. But now we have used it dry camping and are so glad we have it
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
When we had a sticks and bricks, we used it every power outage - mostly due to hurricanes. But now we have used it dry camping and are so glad we have it
@bsoutdooradventures9541
4 жыл бұрын
Wozza, I learned a lot! Amazing I just exercised my exact Generator 2000i after 6months . And it is at least 14 yrs old! I do hurt my back moving It around and placed it on a rolling small cart! You are an excellent narrator for learning video!! Great review! I use my generator for disaster work in my medical little can ham trailer triage trailer! It runs dorm refrigerator and small ac, lights etc! Being in the field after such hard disaster work it been a life saver to keep up helping people. Capt. B Disaster Services USA.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
B’s Outdoor Adventures B, Wozza back at ya’. Thank you so much for the compliment. Larry takes his videos very seriously. We both do. We want to try our best to help others in what ever small way we can. Nothing compared to what you do. Thank YOU for all you do to help others in need. Alice
@BluWaveOdyssey
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, 16 years old, impressive! I have a Champion that has served me well, but it's only slightly over a year old. One of the reasons we want to leave Naples, is because of the hurricanes and constantly having to evacuate. Wise move keeping your generator, solar just isn't guaranteed. Thanks for sharing.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
BluWave Odyssey Bob, a generator should be a staple in every home, sticks and bricks or RV. I’m just ours as been awesome. Glad you have one that works for you. Let’s hope it’s last as long as ours. Alice
@esojanacig9230
3 жыл бұрын
I got my EU2200I few days ago, tax free for 3days in Texas.👍
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Is that some kind of hurricane preparation tax holiday in Texas? That pretty cool saves a good chuck of change you can use on accessories. Larry
@esojanacig9230
3 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents yes it was emergency tax holiday.
@robertvillegas7472
7 ай бұрын
My friend just gave me one that’s only a couple years old that died! Still going through it trying to fix it
@DownsizingMakesCents
7 ай бұрын
There are lots of videos out there about how to bring one of these back to life pretty easily, most the time the reason they stopped working, is spark or fuel. Larry
@TheGtspider
3 жыл бұрын
Hi i am graham tarling, I live in ruislip, west London uk. Your video was very very good and informative, and you asked for comments etc, well you may be interested in my short story. I bought a 2nd hand eu10i honda way back in the end of july 2015. purpose was to run speakers outside for Zumba classes where no power available. I serviced it when i got it, changed oil for honda sae 10 30 marine oil, did the air filter and spark plug, all of which were in good condition any way. Sadly i only used it twice in august 2015, put it away without draining fuel or anything, and it has been in my stairwell of my flat totally untouched until 7th july 2021, thats six years without touching it. So I thought just get rid of it because i clearly thought it was scrap. But I decided to try and get it going so perhaps i could use it to power my electric hedge cutter, blower, shredder etc etc. Well, all the fuel had gone, so filled up with petrol with fuel stabi and carb cleaner, would not start. So undid fuel drain on bottom of carb, let fuel run through, then tried again to start it. IT started 2nd pull, run ok on non eco mode but hunted badly on eco. SO put some more 10ml carb cleaner in fuel tank and ran it for 1 hour, it ran perfectly, sweet as a nut. So changed the oil, it was already very clean, checked air filter, decided to change it anyway, checked plug , fine. Used it yesterday 17 July 2021 for about an hour on eco mode to power my 500w hedgecutter, ran really well, could not hear it above the hedgecutter noise in eco mode. Fitted custom magnetic oil dipstick and , and used custom oil drain plug to drain the oil, just ordered cover for it and plan on using it on a very regular basis, instead on my petrol hedgecutter etc etc. Hope this is of interest to you all, Kind Regards Graham Tarling
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Its amazing it worked so well after sitting for years. that why i love these hondas. Thanks for sharing your story. Larry
@charleshunt3806
7 ай бұрын
Oh, that is a cute small little generator I believe you have the lolly of generators
@DownsizingMakesCents
7 ай бұрын
Charles, lolly? We hope you aren’t one of those campers that cranks a loud contractor generators 😳
@charleshunt3806
7 ай бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents I’m actually more of a solar panel guy myself, but I do love that the generator will run rain or shine nighttime or daytime
@suewilson8463
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Larry this is, Pete the train engineer. You met me at mew lake campground. This video is so informative for someone like me. You talk so clearly and describe the maintenance perfectly. You have a talent for teaching, maybe not as good as Alice though. I have been watching all your videos. Keep up the good work.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Hey, Pete. That was a great night around the campfire. It was one of the highlights. Larry takes his videos very seriously. He truly wants to make sure his information is helpful. But yes, I’m the better teacher 😂. Seriously though, what a great compliment. Thank you. And thank you for watching. Eventually we will do tours of the provincial parks. We had such a great time. I prefer Mew over Lake of Two Rivers. Thanks again. Alice
@pavel9652
9 ай бұрын
Great video in terms of production, presentation, and information! You clearly know what you are talking about. Honda makes great generators, but Hyundai is a reputable brand as well. I am thinking about an off-grid lifestyle and testing 2.4 kW solar setup with 8 kWh of capacity in storage container. I will need backup for winter, though. Setup is decent, but still not enough for loads like dehumidifier in winter conditions. Hyundai has a nice 3.2 kW generator that is quiet and efficient, as well as equivalent units 1 and 2 kW. I am thinking about 2 vs 3.2 kW units. The bigger one seems to be more suitable for RV and future proof. The smaller one is more portable, though.
@DownsizingMakesCents
8 ай бұрын
I like having the smaller lightweight generators, and since our generator is really just a battery charger for our solar system, we don’t need a lot of on demand power. The inverter can deliver a lot of juice when combining battery power with generator power we never need more than 2200. Good luck with your setup. Larry
@blankblank-mx7dx
Ай бұрын
Excellent presentation.
@DownsizingMakesCents
Ай бұрын
@@blankblank-mx7dx thank you
@joemeyer2726
2 жыл бұрын
fuel extender tank handy so not having to re-fill all the time while boondocking
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Those extender tanks are convenient, but I like to check the oil after each tank anyway, I rarely run for more than an entire tank, that’s usually enough to charge my batteries. Larry
@ATCDave1
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent vid man. You are a born teacher. Just bought our first travel trailer - will be buying a Honda 2200i to charge the batts when boondocking. Thank you,
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
David, congratulations on the new trailer. Larry has been a salesman most of his life. I’m the teacher 😂. Read the comments and you will see all Honda owners love it. Alice
@robertmohs1371
3 жыл бұрын
I have an EU3000i, which I bought about eight years ago. Thus said now on to what you said, "gas." For those that are not aware of it, gas means non-ethanol that normally only comes at 91 octane. If you put in ethanol gasoline, you'll ruin the engine, similar to lawn mowers, chainsaws, etc. If the device instructions state using ethanol is the requirement, then you can. Otherwise you may be spending big bucks to replace your generator. Word to the wise.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Robert, have never put non-ethanol gas in the generator in over 16 years, usually just the plus version. But i do put sta-bil in my gas cans before i put gas in the generator. Still running strong, i have never had to do any work on the carb. Larry
@Asidebar
Жыл бұрын
Your post is not accurate. Non-ethanol gas in my city is 87 and 89 octane. I only use 87 or 89 non-ethanol. Honda programs the generators to run on 87 on non-ethanol or ethanol gas including even higher octane gas. Some people believe that a higher octane gas is better but it is not! The gas that run-ins a generator is stale gas not what you incorrectly claim. READ YOUR HONDA MANUAL you might learn something.
@knight848484
4 жыл бұрын
Great video. This is the generator that we have been looking at for Emergencies. Honda just updated this generator by removing the 12v battery outlet, a cover for the outlets, and added Bluetooth so you can monitor and shut off the generator from your phone.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
those are come pretty cool upgrades, i would love the shut off from phone option.
@williamvaughan1218
2 жыл бұрын
Love them easy to work on great on fuel.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
I have the 2200 now and its even better than my 2000. Larry
@williamvaughan1218
2 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents wow I didn't think that was possible.
@sibusisomkhabela8642
Жыл бұрын
Wow, just bought mine (different brand) few days ago and wanted to know how long it might last me, and you just gave the answer...
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
We only reviewed Honda. Since you have a different brand, I suggest searching for your specific brand and model
@user-fn9vj3pc7t
4 ай бұрын
You can parallel a 1000i and a 2000i no problem,i have been doing so for 10 yrs.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 ай бұрын
Lots of people have said that, i guess honda is being conservative in some kind of protect their asses mode, not recommending 1000 and a 2000 together. Larry
@bob_frazier
Жыл бұрын
My goodness, we found the pro - right here. Thanks!
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Quite a compliment 🤗
@AC.Prince
3 жыл бұрын
Have 2 of the Honda's over 10 yrs love them
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Almost every comment is like yours. Honda must be a good product. Ours is still humming along
@wjohnhill
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, and the first that I found that covers the "floating neutral" and the conversion plug.
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
That really affects people with built in surge protectors. Thanks for letting us know 🤗
@ScrappyCruiserNR
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video. We have a Honda snowblower and it has been as reliable as your generator.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Nancy, we have been getting lots of people telling us the Honda machines are awesome. Thanks for sharing your experience. Alice
@PersonaN007Grata
3 жыл бұрын
Johnnys Weekends channel did a load test between the EU2000i and the Harbor Freight Predator 2000 and the Predator put out 1750W while the Honda put out 1900W and the Honda continuously allowed tools to draw more current and run more efficiently. I’m sure the newer EU2200i would do even better. There’s definitely a reason to spend more money on a Honda.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome , the main reason I spent the money on Honda is reliability, sometimes mine sat for two years unused, I would pull it out as a hurricane was approaching, and it would start right up. I will have to check out that channel to see that comparison. Thanks. Larry
@userbrentcarter
Жыл бұрын
Greetings from NZ! Best review on the internet. Thanks
@DownsizingMakesCents
Жыл бұрын
Wow. Quite a compliment. Thank you 🤗
@JOnTariO
4 жыл бұрын
Another Bullseye for your tips of F/T preparedness Larry ! We bought our Honda 2000i in 2002 and it is still standing by for those "what's going on with the Hydro (name for electricity/power/utility in Canada)" days or nights. Originally bought to allow us to boondock across the US for our Xmas visit ou family in LA and soak up that warm California sun (also ride the Ultra Classic Electraglide around places we grew up) before returning to ice, snow to work for the remainder of our Canadian winter. BUT, I think you missed an important detail specifically about the Honda 2000i - Fuel efficiency ! It will run for 7-10 hours on a tank of regular ! We have 2 CPAPS that to run on batteries/solar at the time was way too expensive for initial setup costs and annual maintenance at the time. Reliable overnight power during winter travel months when a lot of N/E campgrounds were closed for the season meant a costly battery bank with added weight or going with a generator. A quick check with fire departments and other 1st Responders reviled Honda was the only go-to manufacturer any would recommend to work first time every time. Ours paid for itself in boondocking trips within 4 years. After the 3rd year of boondocking west, I got tired of getting up in the middle of the night to go outside in the pitch black cold and fill up the Honda with gas for another peaceful sleep. SOoooo.... on the road, I bought all the parts necessary to assemble a gas filter hose to feed from an auxiliary tank plus bought a brand new portable plastic 6 gal outboard motor tank for my reserve fuel. Total cost = less than $100. It paid for itself during the trip home and when stationary gave me 4 days triple filtered fuel for continuous use with out having to mess with pouring from gas cans in the middle of the night. Two thumbs for my Honda and Two Thumbs Up for your review !! :)))))
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
Wow I wish I had talked to you before I made this video, some really good points. I had originally intended to include gas capacity and run time in the video, but I think when transcribing my notes from hand written to typed I must have left them off by mistake. Hopefully people will read comments like yours to pick up good points not included in the video, thx. Larry
@kevinbuck6058
2 жыл бұрын
Non oxygenated fuel is recommenced over Sta Bil. Also I would consider propane conversion. I have a 2000 and a 3000 and I am saving for the propane conversion of the 3000. Good investments.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
I probably will do the propane conversion on my 2200 this year. Larry
@tjinnes
11 ай бұрын
Great video. We have just purchased on and your tips on storage are very helpful. Thanks.
@DownsizingMakesCents
11 ай бұрын
Glad we could help
@03bonneville
2 жыл бұрын
Very good quality video. Safe travels, you're living the dream.
@DownsizingMakesCents
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Larry works hard on the whole process. Unfortunately, our “dream” was stalled while Larry spent time in a couple of hospitals. We are back at it, but he has to fly back to Gainesville UF Shands Hospital once a month for special treatment for his rare Neuro disease.
@peptors6686
3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Clear, concise and on-point. I did miss the brand of the second gas can you showed.
@DownsizingMakesCents
3 жыл бұрын
Here is a link to it scepter , www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/scepter-gas-can-20-l-0283052p.html
@MrDavidelliottjr
4 жыл бұрын
Over 10,000 hours on mine. Use it off grid every day. They last if u change oil every week. Pain in the ass to change the crank rope.
@DownsizingMakesCents
4 жыл бұрын
thats an amazing amount of hours on your genny. My rope is starting to fray, not looking forward to fixing it.
@MrDavidelliottjr
4 жыл бұрын
@@DownsizingMakesCents its my only complaint. Have to take the intire gen apart to get to the rewind.
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