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Re: Honda Generators for Air conditioning
deltabravo wrote: ... Late summer I bought a second EU2000i, the companion model. All is well now. I will take both gens if I want to run the A/C. ... DB, if the Eco throttles are on, do you get a lag (short brown-out) when the compressor cycles on? That's what my dual setup does, & I'm wondering if it can damage the ac.659Views0likes0CommentsRe: Honda Generators for Air conditioning
This may properly need to be a thread of its own but, since it's on the topic of Honda EU2000s to run ac, I'm hoping this will be ok. I just got the EU2000 + Companion to run a 13,500 Dometic. With Eco throttles off (running at higher RPM), no issues. With Eco on, however, the EMS throws a low voltage error because there's a short lag before the gennies spool up. I can bypass the EMS which keeps the ac going despite a momentary 101/102 voltage reading (as shown by a Kil-a-Wat). Question: Will a short duration brown-out (maybe a second or less) cause any damage to the ac? Thanks in advance to anyone who cares to weigh in. John658Views0likes0CommentsRe: Honda generators
Hoping this is still appropriate for this thread, do the paired EU2000s need to run only at full throttle (eco throttles off) to run the 13,500 ac successfully? Reason I ask: I ran the ac with my new twins, eco throttles off, and the ac ran fine. Out of curiosity, I turned the eco throttles on .. and the compressor wouldn't come on. So, one of two things seems to be the case: 1. The paired 2000s must always be run at full throttle when using the ac, or 2. One or both of my generators have a problem. Obviously, I have -0- experience with generators so will appreciate some input by those with more experience.433Views0likes0CommentsRe: Tundra 4.6L capability?
Ron3rd wrote: Thanks for reporting back and good to see you're having a great time. Ron, I see you use a Honda EU2000 generator. Have you rigged up any kind of fuel shutoff? The switch from the factory evidently kills the ignition & shuts off fuel flow, but that leaves unburned gas in the carb. (I haven't yet searched; maybe there's already a thread on this.) TIA730Views0likes0CommentsRe: Tundra 4.6L capability?
Howdy, All! Well, I see it's been 2 years since I posted asking how the Tundra 4.6 L would handle towing a light trailer (1500-2000 lbs empty). The consensus was that it would be -0- problem. Y'all were sure right. Maybe it was WhiskeyJack in WA that got us thinking R-pods but, in any case, that's what we settled on. Dry it's around 2400 #, wet maybe 3400 #. No problem for the 4.6L. I do generally run with 6th locked out (unless it's totally flat with no grades). With any kind of good climbs, I'll lock out 5th as well. So, we're having a good time being RVers, and thank you all again for easing my concerns.730Views0likes0CommentsRe: Tundra 4.6L capability?
< .. snipped to here .. > Whiskeyjack44 wrote: The worst towing mileage with this combo has been 10.5 mpg. The best has been 14.4. Most tanks have been in the high 12 to mid 13 mpg range. The RPod sits a little high, so it does push some wind. Something like a Casita would hide better behind the Tundra and might do a little better. My ScanGauge also indicates that locking out 6th, and sometimes hand shifting to 4th really lessens the load on the tranny, as the real time tranny temps don't swing high nearly as much as when always leaving 6th enabled in tow/haul. The S/G is a real help here, as the dash trans temp gauge never moves--probably not until the fluid temp would be nearly out of hand. It actually seems to be not much better than a fancy idiot light, not enabling you to be proactive with your tranny temp monitoring. ScanGauge .. Not familiar with it. Interesting website, tho, so I'll sure check into it. Since they offer the S/G II, D & E, I have a little homework to do. Aside from monitoring, tho, I guess I'm wishing the 4.6 had a little more torque so the computer wouldn't feel obliged to downshift as much as it does. OTOH, a 4.6 just ain't exactly a brute so I guess I shouldn't expect too much from it. I reckon locking out 6th .. especially when towing .. will help a lot. Thx very much for for the info. It's a real help hearing of everyone's experience.728Views0likes0CommentsRe: Tundra 4.6L capability?
Whiskeyjack44 wrote: We have a 2012 4.6 Tundra 2wd DC also w/8200 tow capacity. We tow a 3700lb wet RPod. If my experience with the RPod is any indication, you're gonna be in heaven towing at the level you're describing. I can climb any pass in Washington State at pretty much any legal speed I desire. No, the little 4.6 probably couldn't comfortably tow any 8200 lbs where I tow, but I'm pretty sure it would do well with quite a bit more than what I tow. I do lock out 6th, as the transmission searches some when towing with 6th enabled. On tougher climbs I sometimes also lock out 5th, but can still keep up with most of the big boys. Good info & thanks. What kind of mileage numbers do you get when you're locking out 5th or 6th? I'm still experimenting myself. What seems most comfortable when towing is to use the T/H switch + the tranny' s "S" mode. Seems like the shift points are a little farther apart, and it's not as quick to hunt for a lower gear. Thanks727Views0likes0CommentsRe: Tundra 4.6L capability?
TexasATM wrote: JLTN_James wrote: spoon059 wrote: JLTN_James wrote: My 2004 Tundra has the 4.6L engine, 4x4, Access Cab model (7,000# capacity). Ummm... 2004 had the 4.7, not the 4.6. Vastly different engine and power output. Call it rounding error (4667cc), it's not that big of a deal. They are also completely different trucks, but I digress. If I were the OP, I'd be looking at a bigger trailer to along with that truck. You should be able to comfortably tow something in the 5k dry weight range. You should go ahead and skip buying the trailer you want now, and buy the one you think you will want in a year or two. You'll save money in the long run, and get to enjoy a bigger trailer right now! Gig 'Em!727Views0likes0CommentsTundra 4.6L capability?
Howdy, All! My wife & I are total rookies when it comes to travel trailers & could sure use some advice. We're leaning towards the 15-16 ft sizes (+/-). We have a '13 Tundra Double Cab with the 4.6L V8, towing package and 6-speed. "Trailer Weight Rating" (trailer wt + occupants & cargo) is around 8,200 lbs but what is realistic in the real world? It seems like the 15-16 foot trailers run around 1500-2200 lbs dry. If that's correct, I'd think the Tundra - even with such a small engine - would handle it. But .. Does that mean it'll just be creeping up hills? I'm already finding the dang thing wants to downshift at every change in grade. Any/all observations, comments will be appreciated. As mentioned, we're at ground zero on the learning curve. Thanks in advance .. John16KViews0likes23Comments
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