โJun-04-2015 12:57 PM
โJun-05-2015 04:37 PM
TInmania wrote:Larryect wrote:
Probably apples and oranges. I have a 2400 and it does a great job. But it is not set up for parallel operation. My understanding is that the engine on it is over-sized and the same one they use on a larger unit - I think the 3kw.....
It has started and run my 15k AC. But it and the AC unit struggled, and it had no head room left.....
In fairness it is advertised to run most 13.5k ACs so just running a 15k ain't bad.
And, yes its 171cc engine is the same as in the ef2800i as well as the ef3000i models. Presumably the alternator and/or inverter portion is better as you move up the product line.
Mike
โJun-05-2015 02:39 PM
Larryect wrote:
Probably apples and oranges. I have a 2400 and it does a great job. But it is not set up for parallel operation. My understanding is that the engine on it is over-sized and the same one they use on a larger unit - I think the 3kw.....
It has started and run my 15k AC. But it and the AC unit struggled, and it had no head room left.....
โJun-05-2015 12:26 PM
gmckenzie wrote:
Just a comment for those of us north of the border that the Cdn versions of the EU2001 cannot be ganged together.
โJun-05-2015 11:51 AM
TInmania wrote:ScottG wrote:
While I'm not a big fan of Honda's gens, a recent test run by a buddy and I showed that the Honda has a lot better surge capacity than the Yami. The difference was dramatic.
He ended up selling it on fleabay and is looking at getting something else.
I can only speculate that was a fluke. I have seen many tests showing Yamahas testing well above the rated surge capacity.
The EF2400i is rated at 2000w with 2400w surge. Hayes equipment tested one: "Load bank tested to hold a 25 Amp load* for up to 10 seconds. That's 3000 Watts of surge capability."
That is quite a bit higher than advertised.
http://www.hayesequipment.com/yamaha_generators/ef2400is.htm
My EF2800i seems to also put out a little more than its surge rating--or even normal rating. I have had it running my 13.5k btu AC while running the microwave, with the fridge on AC. Normally I would run the fridge on LP but had forgotten. But it easily runs the AC and 900w microwave (which draws over 1300w),
Mike
โJun-05-2015 11:17 AM
โJun-05-2015 08:33 AM
ScottG wrote:
While I'm not a big fan of Honda's gens, a recent test run by a buddy and I showed that the Honda has a lot better surge capacity than the Yami. The difference was dramatic.
He ended up selling it on fleabay and is looking at getting something else.
โJun-05-2015 04:22 AM
Huntindog wrote:
There is a mod that can be done on the Hondas to allow them to be run out of fuel like the Yamahas.
โJun-05-2015 02:19 AM
โJun-05-2015 02:14 AM
Bionic Man wrote:You hit the nail on the head.
I have used my parallel Yamaha generators to run my 15k AC at home (close to 6000'). They can do it, but I don't think they would handle much more.
I really like my Yami's, but I think if I were doing it again I would go with Honda. It is my understanding that they have a fuel pump and are easier to use an extended run tank with.
The advantage of the Yami's is the fuel shut off. Easy to run the carbs out of fuel and not worry about them gumming up.
โJun-05-2015 02:04 AM
smkettner wrote:I camp a lot in remote areas. Upon setting up one time, The pull cord on one of my Hondas broke, and dissappeared inside. I was sure glad I had another Honda with me. Saved me an entire day and a tank of fuel running arouns after parts when I wanted to be hunting.TInmania wrote:Yes exactly. Skip the second Honda and get a small Victron Multiplus.
The hybrid inverters I have seen for RVs are nice but more than I need and cost as much as another 2kw inverter generator.
Less set up and maintenance with just one generator.
Also have inverter to watch tv etc when the generator needs to be off.
โJun-04-2015 10:51 PM
โJun-04-2015 09:15 PM
TInmania wrote:Yes exactly. Skip the second Honda and get a small Victron Multiplus.
The hybrid inverters I have seen for RVs are nice but more than I need and cost as much as another 2kw inverter generator.
โJun-04-2015 08:51 PM
โJun-04-2015 08:34 PM