Generator comparison question
I'm looking at a Honda EU6500 verses a Yamaha EF6300. Any ideas as to which might be the all around wiser choice?
Forum Discussion
There is an extensive thread about converting an EU6500is to tri-fuel operation at this link:
Honda EU6500IS with tri-fuel conversion
In addition to starting/choke issues, propane and natural gas burn hotter than gasoline. This can cause the exhaust valve and exhaust value guide to overheat and possibly fail sooner. FYI, Honda used to offer a propane generator, and used higher heat-tolerant materials for these parts.
Caveat: In the USA, converting a portable gasoline generator to run on propane or natural gas, etc. without having it re-certified by the EPA violates the Clean Air Act. Honda does not support any conversions, and any damage or failure of the generator caused by such a conversion is usually not covered under the Honda factory warranty.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
Honda EU6500IS with tri-fuel conversion
In addition to starting/choke issues, propane and natural gas burn hotter than gasoline. This can cause the exhaust valve and exhaust value guide to overheat and possibly fail sooner. FYI, Honda used to offer a propane generator, and used higher heat-tolerant materials for these parts.
Caveat: In the USA, converting a portable gasoline generator to run on propane or natural gas, etc. without having it re-certified by the EPA violates the Clean Air Act. Honda does not support any conversions, and any damage or failure of the generator caused by such a conversion is usually not covered under the Honda factory warranty.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
