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> A standby generator isn't financially practical for most folks ($6k + install). An Honda EU2200i generator costs US$ 1400 (and less expensive generators can

> A standby generator isn't financially practical for most folks ($6k + install). An Honda EU2200i generator costs US$ 1400 (and less expensive generators can probably be found): * https://powerequipment.honda.com/generators/models/eu2200i https://powerequipment.honda.com/generators/models/eu2200i You also need an external plug, a cable going from that plug to a sub-panel, and a line going from the sub-panel to the main panel with an interlock device for safety, if you wish to avoid running extension cords. There are dual-fuel generators that can also use either gas/petrol or propane, and some tri-fuel generators that could also be connect to a natgas pipes (and conversion kits that can be added to propane-capable generators).

mindslight 4y ago
The problem is that while all that electrical work is a weekend project for a DIYer, it's quite expensive to have a professional do it. So then you start bundling things (since I'm already paying thousands, maybe I'll just splurge for that Generac with the auto tranfer switch...) (FWIW, I believe there is an aftermarket propane conversion kit for the EU2200i. Converting a gasoline engine to run on propane is straightforward)
phil21 4y ago
The Honda EU2200i can be aftermarket modded to run tri-fuel. I did it to mine just in case, and currently have it set to run propane. A simple swap of a small part will let it burn natural gas instead. I also like that I don't have gasoline to deal with - I can stock up a 20lb propane tanks and generally forget about it. Rotating gas is a giant pain if you keep enough on-hand for an outage of any appreciable amount of time.
- toomuchtodo 4y ago
  Would you mind sharing a link to the part you mentioned?
  - sokoloff 4y ago
    https://www.amazon.com/Grenergy-Gasoline-Conversion-Generator-Inverter/dp/B08KG5H5MZ/ https://www.amazon.com/Grenergy-Gasoline-Conversion-Generato...
  - phil21 4y ago
    https://www.hutchmountain.com/products/honda-eu2200i-propane-natural-gas-gasoline-tri-fuel-conversion-kit https://www.hutchmountain.com/products/honda-eu2200i-propane... If you are at all handy this is probably a 30 minute job, it involves cutting a single hole for the propane tank connection and otherwise can be done with a screwdriver. It's been reliable for me going on 4 years now - although I only really have run the generator for maybe 100 total hours since then. I haven't looked for some time, but there are also other kits on the market. I those these guys due to reputation on forums, and how clean it is to install.

mindslight 4y ago

The problem is that while all that electrical work is a weekend project for a DIYer, it's quite expensive to have a professional do it. So then you start bundling things (since I'm already paying thousands, maybe I'll just splurge for that Generac with the auto tranfer switch...) (FWIW, I believe there is an aftermarket propane conversion kit for the EU2200i. Converting a gasoline engine to run on propane is straightforward)

phil21 4y ago

The Honda EU2200i can be aftermarket modded to run tri-fuel. I did it to mine just in case, and currently have it set to run propane. A simple swap of a small part will let it burn natural gas instead. I also like that I don't have gasoline to deal with - I can stock up a 20lb propane tanks and generally forget about it. Rotating gas is a giant pain if you keep enough on-hand for an outage of any appreciable amount of time.

toomuchtodo 4y ago
Would you mind sharing a link to the part you mentioned?
- sokoloff 4y ago
  https://www.amazon.com/Grenergy-Gasoline-Conversion-Generator-Inverter/dp/B08KG5H5MZ/ https://www.amazon.com/Grenergy-Gasoline-Conversion-Generato...
- phil21 4y ago
  https://www.hutchmountain.com/products/honda-eu2200i-propane-natural-gas-gasoline-tri-fuel-conversion-kit https://www.hutchmountain.com/products/honda-eu2200i-propane... If you are at all handy this is probably a 30 minute job, it involves cutting a single hole for the propane tank connection and otherwise can be done with a screwdriver. It's been reliable for me going on 4 years now - although I only really have run the generator for maybe 100 total hours since then. I haven't looked for some time, but there are also other kits on the market. I those these guys due to reputation on forums, and how clean it is to install.