Onan 5500 Generator
Has anyone had any experience converting an Onan 5500 from gas to LP? Can it be done and what are some of the pros and cons?
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If you prefer we can continue this in PM's. But I have a couple questions if you don't mind.
What does the conversion consist of?
Is it reversible?
Approximately how much usage time do you get from a 30# propane bottle?
The reason I'm asking is that I would like to do this if the propane run time is not much, much less than on gasoline. I use my tank infrequently and it would be nice not to have to worry about forgetting to drain the carb and having it gum up. I have space, unused presently, for a third propane tank that I could dedicate to the generator. Would this be a wise way to go about it?
Any info would be appreciated and I can use the PM if you'd prefer, but the 5500 is a popular OEM suppled generator and I thought it might be of interest to people other than me.
What does the conversion consist of?
Is it reversible?
Approximately how much usage time do you get from a 30# propane bottle?
The reason I'm asking is that I would like to do this if the propane run time is not much, much less than on gasoline. I use my tank infrequently and it would be nice not to have to worry about forgetting to drain the carb and having it gum up. I have space, unused presently, for a third propane tank that I could dedicate to the generator. Would this be a wise way to go about it?
Any info would be appreciated and I can use the PM if you'd prefer, but the 5500 is a popular OEM suppled generator and I thought it might be of interest to people other than me.
