New 2kw Honda Generator
The Honda EU2000i is a popular model with many RV'ers, so I thought I share this to avoid any confusion if you hear about this new model...it's really only for construction/rental. For RV use, the EU-...
Forum Discussion
robert@honda wrote:rbp111 wrote:
Will Honda come out with an RV 30 amp outlet, or will they maintain the contractor's outlet?
I know when I bought my two EU 2000is, the gentleman from Honda told me the reason that Honda puts the contractor's outlet is that there are more sold to contractors than to RV owners.
The 30A twist-lock will remain the standard for all Honda generators for now. I suspect Honda engineering standards require locking receptacles above 20A. I know a lot of customers ding Honda for not having an RV-type receptacle and having to buy an adapter, but it is because the RV-type does not lock and isn't as secure as a twist-lock design.
-Robert@Honda
Caveat: I work for Honda, but the preceding is my opinion alone.
The Honda 3000 stays in the truck bed away from the trailer so I like the twist lock on the 30 so the heavy RV shore power cord plus adapter does not pull out when stretched out and there is weight at the receptacle.
It is worth it to have the twist lock even though you need an adapter IMO.
