Itinerant1 wrote:
It's such an easy job to change the jet and at the same time clean the carburetor, why not just take 30 minute's and do it so the generator runs optimally than "it should run ok" and possibly do it in the field.
I realize that it's an easy job. I have watched the youtube videos, but considering I'm not the best small engine mechanic, I just don't want to risk screwing up a good running engine. I'm leaving on my trip in a couple of weeks and if I mess up I could be without a generator. Not good.
I've weighed the benefits against the risk, and considering what I've been told by Honda techs and the comments in this thread, and considering I'll only be using the generator for 10 days, I just can't see taking the risk. I do see your point.