Honda generator and electrical grid
Might I ask a question here unrelated to motorhomes? The topic of portable generators often comes up here and on other forums. I am thinking of buying the Honda "Companion" portable generator, and I a...
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sherlywang wrote:
Honda is famous, maybe better than Cummins,I think. I'm happy with mine. how ever it's important to remember that power from propane will cost you double the cost of power from diesel fuel as propane has a lot less "energy" when compared to diesel.
Propane does not good bad when stored for a long period of time !
I always tell folks who have no access to natural gas, but want a whole home/large (more than 6,000 watts continuous) generator to go propane. At the same time, I tell them to SERIOUSLY consider changing their electric heating appliances (water heater, dryer, stove) to propane, even if they do it one at a time. They will save money. Start with the water heater. Probably the lowest cost and the item that will wear out first.
