*Great **Generater.Systems** . Our 1st 2500W Champion backed us up with hurricane Ida last August when our whole home generator crapped out after 8 days. Love the dual fuel. Hope to never run gasoline in it.Bought this 2500W to parallel with our other one for the RV.*
Awesome! I have a brand new Generac 7000 electric start. Haven't used it yet but after running my two smaller Honda generators during the last hurricane power outage I wanted one larger generator so I could run my stuff one one generator instead of two. My house has gas service and the idea of not worrying about having to keep filling the gasoline tank much less the mad rush for gas at the gas station during the days leading up to a hurricane makes this natural gas conversion a MUST DO! Thanks!!
I have had mine now for several years and love it. I sent the carb to the company for them to drill the tiny hole and add the small hose.Thanks for showing
Nice video. I did the same conversation with my Black Max 7,000 watt generator. The US carburetor kit worked great. One thing the instructions say is to empty the gasoline for safety. I drained it into a container and added the gas to my riding lawnmower, then removed the tank to completely drain it and let it air out. I just need to figure out how to adjust the idle. It’s running high rpms.
Just a note to all - I have the same conversion kit I put on a ridgid - Works perfect, smooth - However I made a mistake by not securing the air filter box back to the frame - the original holes to meet up anymore - This resulted in the bolts cracking of the block and the carb was basically hanging - other than that - worked like a dream....
I converted a B&D from Home Depot and it started and ran better than it did on the E10 blend we have here in Fhonyfornia. ALWAYS starts on the 2nd pull unlike gasoline.
The hose that connects to your gas meter is connected with a UNION Coupling and not a Quick Connect as you mentioned at 1'38". It would have served you better if you had a Quick Disconnect, kind of the one you use on an air compressor made of brass. Just FYI...
Just watched your newer video on installing the US carb kit, but couldn't leave a comment. I have one of those kits and will be installing it soon, had it for about 2yrs now. Your video was helpful so I know what to look out for on my 7550 exl. Thanks for sharing.
I took the adopter off and reseated it to get a better seal on gaskets. This improved performance. I wanted to make sure it still works on gasoline before I committed to natural gas.
@BigRed- thanks for the tip! Good to know. I got my generator conversion done this past weekend and it works great! I did a full load test, while I plugged my Fluke meter into one of the outlets to measure Hz. It never dropped below 60Hz even while i turned our electric cooktop stove on. so i have the feed adjusted right.
btw, no need to cut the frame. all you need to do is move the motor back sufficiently to clear the frame. four new holes on the bottom mounting plates and you're done. this is especially practical if you only need to clear the frame by a small fraction, say like 1/8 or 1/4 inch.
Great video - my biggest problem is tapping into my gas line. It comes out of the ground has a 90° bend and goes into the exterior wall. I’m a very much do it yourselfer but not sure how I would get a T in there to tap in to the gas line. One question what happens if the generator cuts off how do you prevent the natural gas from continuing to flow resulting in a dangerous situation?
The big question is: what is the cost per hour or per 24 hours to operate with Natural Gas ? Or maybe a better way to ask is: how many cubic feet of gas is used by a 5 to 6 thousand watt generator per hour or per 24 hours ? Gasoline consumption for my 5,000 watt generator is 1 gallon per 3 hours or about a dollar an hour.
Why did you take the 1/2in feed at the gas tree and use a StreetL to increase it to 3/4in for your valves and 30' length of hose? Why not just keep it all 1/2in all the way? Also, why not use quick disconnects at the point of your union instead of the union and the need for a wrench etc?
Amazing video. I have been looking for a full setup for NG and gasoline and what the logistics are in making this happen. From what you have done this is really straight forward to do. Best regards,
The "quick connect" doesn't look very "quick"; it's a standard plumbing union. I use an industrial coupler commonly used for compressed air tools and an ordinary compressed air hose for temporary natural gas supply to portable equipment. If using natural gas after the regulator and meter, the pressure is very low, indeed - typically well below 0.5 psi - so high-pressure hose isn't needed. A good industrial coupler will be just as gas-tight as a plumbing union fitted with pipe dope or Teflon tape.
+Milosz Ostrow Are you saying this will work with some inexpensive couplers and some air tool hose? I think you may be right because this is using very low pressure. I think you would need the bigger hose for the generators with more than 7 horse. The air tool hose may work on smaller generators.
Yes. The quick connects and hose used for air tools works perfect on my 3.6KW generator. Also very inexpensive. I already had extra hose. Just bought some $4 end connectors from harbor freight and was good to go. The inner diameter of the hose I am using is only about 1/4 inch and may be too small for larger generator engines. Thanks for idea.
Deucealive75 You are correct about the small hose limiting the flow rate. It wouldn't run a tankless water heater, but I've found it sufficient to run a two-burner tabletop stove or gas grill for outdoor cooking, saving myself the annoyance of smelling up the house with smoky, greasy fumes. Unfortunately, the high pressure natural gas supply is on the utility company's side of the gas meter, where one can't legally get to it. The pressure there is about 50 psi, which would still be well within the capability of air hose and industrial couplers.
silly question. If I purchased a duel fuel gasoline/propane generator......number one.....could I simply hook it up to natural gas? Probably not?? and second question.....If I cant simply hook up natural gas to a propane generator, would I be a little bit ahead if I purchased a duel fuel and then purchase the natural gas kit for it. The space would already be there to put a natural gas regulator without adapting the frame etc.?/
Looks like a nice job, but that street elbow on the gas inlet to the regulator is Bronze, cast, which is considered to be "porous" and would NOT be used on any gas piping. You could substitute a BRASS elbow for the bronze however and you would be okay. BTW, galvanized piping is used where needed for weather/rusting resistance in NJ, your gas supplier should know what is allowed in your state.
Does the regulator have a safety device incase of engine failure? Thinking about converting my predator generator over to propane. I'm all about safety when it comes to gas.
Understood- however I am curious about "what would happen"? Because this same condition could occur if someone was running on gasoline, then turned the generator off with cutoff switch. Even if the gasoline valve was then closed there would still be fuel in the line from valve to the carb. Its a situation that I will avoid, but thought you might know what effects this condition would cause.
Type C Tri-Fuel Natural Gas, Propane, and Gasoline Kit = $187.00 from US Carburetion plus $12.90 shipping in my area... See! That wasn't hard now was it!!!
Good job on conversion,,,but you may want to check the hose your using for the fuel line from the gas meter . I am sure its not rated for LP or NAT gas.
I covered it very briefly but it is the black knob on the left side of brass "T" on top of the regulator. They tell you where to set it to start off and then you tweak it by listening to the engine.
I was planning a similar conversion but by using LPG for converting my snow blower. How is the engine speed regulated (governor) on that type of setup ? Great video, very informative thanks so much.
Follow the link in the description to rwhose listings. He does not have them listed a generator hoses. Contact him through eBay and he will guide you in the right direction and custom make something for you. I did not not any drop in HP and I tried a real worl test on it and it powered everything it did prior to the conversion. BTW when you go to start it with the long hose I had to hold the primer about 15-20secs.
Let me see if I understood what you are saying. Most propane generators don't have a propane shut off valve that will shut the gas off, if the generator fails to stay running, and because you bypassed installing a regulator this will amplify that problem, if true I will need to get a 110 volt shut off valve, that's held open with voltage.
If you have nothing in line to stop the gas flow if the generator stops you absolutely need something, unless you like to be on the local news ruining a bunch of people's days.
@@Channel-About-Nothing How does a generator work that comes ready to use propane, should the spark plug fail, how is the gas turned off. From the information I have found says the regulator doesn't stop the flow of gas should the generator fail.
@@rx7engines I don't think that is correct or they are asking for a lawsuit. The gas is usually controlled by the vacuum of the engine. If there is no vacuum the gas is cut off.
Nice install. If the generator fails does the kit cut off natural gas flow? Is there a chart that shows the cost per hour in using natural gas vs. gasoline?
What happens if the engine stalls and the gas continues to flow? I have the same conversion kit on my generac and I often wonder if the oil runs low or somthing the engine will shut down but the ng valve remains open. Does that gas keep flowing until it explodes?
I'm just entering the game...but my question is why is everyone cutting their frame when they can just mount the regulator to the other end of the gas supply hose which is likely the gas meter or a wall that has the supply connection.
Great tip, thanks for the video. I plan to install a permanent back up generator but this is a good question to ask whether the unit comes equipped to take natural gas or will I need a converter as most come ready for propane. Good job!
Where did you purchase the brass "T" at the outlet (top) of the regulator? The one that adjusts flow on one side and has the hose adapter on the other side. I can't find it on US Carburetion website or anywhere for that matter. It looks like it makes for a practical and clean setup.
really should be a plumber if you guys are tapping into your gaslines ,propane . but with that being said always favor larger hose and full port valves. that means what it says the valve its self doent choke down the size of the hose your going with. also if you have appliance down line you depend on. (tankless water.or furnace . it could affect. . maybe not these smaller standbys but watch it as you go bigger. more so with the natural gas but it happens,propane u can boost it up more.
how to adjust gas poressure? my generator 1.5kva is not getting load proper 2 fans run if add other load generator shuntdown whats problem kindly guide
You're right web page was hard to figure out how to use LOL but how much was the Kit the complete kit with piece that goes behind the carburetor and I have to get the lines from somewhere else? Can you put both links right? How much total for the tri fuel regulator and gas lines used? Please let me know so I can order this I have a generator I'm trying to hook this up to and need one
Rated for Natural Gas use no it is not, and there is no need to pay extra just for the stamp. This hose is a Nitrile Butadiene Rubber or NBR which is the same material used for NG gaskets and hoses. This hose is an overkill for NG. It is actually for gasoline and diesel fuel and can withstand more pressure and is more crush resistant than most hoses marketed for NG but is 1/4 the price. Plus this is a back-up emergency set up for temporary use.
I see what you are saying and I would avoid that at all cost. Insted of an air gas mix you would have an LP gas mix. It may only flood the generator but if air makes it in I guess it could go boom. I would always cut it off at the valve of whatever fuel you are using. Mabe a safe guard it to change the cutoff switch to one with a flip up cover to help remind you.
How much is your gas bill on your house if you run this for a long period of time based upon the current prices? What's the difference in savings from this to gas?
If most people would call and give the generator type they won’t have to cut their frame. Their are other companies that makes these conversion adapters. I mounted my regular to the frame using powerful magnets I JB welded to the regulator👍🏾
you should install whats know as a drip leg on that gas line to catch water or other trash that could get into the gas line. look at the gas line just before it goes into you furnace and you will see one installed. its a vertical peace of gas pipe capped off. LP gas is really nasty stuff with much water in it. chews up LP gas furnaces and other appliances like gas grills. its not all hank hill says it is! natural gas not so bad. you don't want any trash or water in the line or it may cause a gas valve not to seat and then you got a gas leak.....not good. safety first!! if your house blowed up you want need any power!
That all depends on the distance and size of the generator. I would recommend you look here for more information www.propane-generators.com/natural-gas-chart.php.
I got a 13 horsepower motor what kit do I get you said get the kit C for the motor you got which is a lower motor but when I was on the page link that you posted for the tri fuel regulator it said something about larger Motors using type 1 or type 2 I'm confused which one do I get I want to be able to use gasoline as well as well as natural gas and propane all three feels
Have you used it during an emergency and have you seen an huge increase in you gas bill? I like in florida and see too many hurricanes. Lost power for a few days and looking to not hunt for gasoline and I have natural gas piped to the house. Thanks
You won't notice any change in the gas bill. I have run it 24 hours during the summer when power was out and. My summer gas usage is usually zero and it was barely noticeable. These things don't use a lot of natural gas and it will cost less to run natural gas than gasoline especially during a natural disaster..
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Yes on NG is very clean burning as compared to Gasoline, You'll also go much longer on Oil Changes since all the crud created burning Gasoline in not migrating to your OIL
Actually, I haven't run it on gas since the conversion. You may need a valve in the line form the regulator to the carburetor. Other than that I don't know why that would be happening.
The regulator you see is called a demand regulator, it requires negative pressure for it to open and allow gas to flow. Pressure the carb will create when running. This is a great video. Good job. I am going to convert my chonda but will be using a 100lb bottle. Thanks
Is there a kit out there where you do not have to saw off the frame? Seems to me with all the vibrations, that cutting the frame is not the best idea to make it fit
*Great **Generater.Systems** . Our 1st 2500W Champion backed us up with hurricane Ida last August when our whole home generator crapped out after 8 days. Love the dual fuel. Hope to never run gasoline in it.Bought this 2500W to parallel with our other one for the RV.*
Awesome! I have a brand new Generac 7000 electric start. Haven't used it yet but after running my two smaller Honda generators during the last hurricane power outage I wanted one larger generator so I could run my stuff one one generator instead of two. My house has gas service and the idea of not worrying about having to keep filling the gasoline tank much less the mad rush for gas at the gas station during the days leading up to a hurricane makes this natural gas conversion a MUST DO! Thanks!!
I have had mine now for several years and love it. I sent the carb to the company for them to drill the tiny hole and add the small hose.Thanks for showing
Nice video. I did the same conversation with my Black Max 7,000 watt generator. The US carburetor kit worked great.
One thing the instructions say is to empty the gasoline for safety. I drained it into a container and added the gas to my riding lawnmower, then removed the tank to completely drain it and let it air out.
I just need to figure out how to adjust the idle. It’s running high rpms.
Just a note to all - I have the same conversion kit I put on a ridgid - Works perfect, smooth - However I made a mistake by not securing the air filter box back to the frame - the original holes to meet up anymore - This resulted in the bolts cracking of the block and the carb was basically hanging - other than that - worked like a dream....
I converted a B&D from Home Depot and it started and ran better than it did on the E10 blend we have here in Fhonyfornia.
ALWAYS starts on the 2nd pull unlike gasoline.
The hose that connects to your gas meter is connected with a UNION Coupling and not a Quick Connect as you mentioned at 1'38".
It would have served you better if you had a Quick Disconnect, kind of the one you use on an air compressor made of brass. Just FYI...
Just watched your newer video on installing the US carb kit, but couldn't leave a comment. I have one of those kits and will be installing it soon, had it for about 2yrs now. Your video was helpful so I know what to look out for on my 7550 exl. Thanks for sharing.
I took the adopter off and reseated it to get a better seal on gaskets. This improved performance. I wanted to make sure it still works on gasoline before I committed to natural gas.
Cool setup. I just love RUclips, because awesome people like you take the time to try to help others (in addition to showing off your ingenuity :)
@BigRed- thanks for the tip! Good to know. I got my generator conversion done this past weekend and it works great! I did a full load test, while I plugged my Fluke meter into one of the outlets to measure Hz. It never dropped below 60Hz even while i turned our electric cooktop stove on. so i have the feed adjusted right.
btw, no need to cut the frame. all you need to do is move the motor back sufficiently to clear the frame. four new holes on the bottom mounting plates and you're done. this is especially practical if you only need to clear the frame by a small fraction, say like 1/8 or 1/4 inch.
Great video - my biggest problem is tapping into my gas line. It comes out of the ground has a 90° bend and goes into the exterior wall. I’m a very much do it yourselfer but not sure how I would get a T in there to tap in to the gas line. One question what happens if the generator cuts off how do you prevent the natural gas from continuing to flow resulting in a dangerous situation?
The big question is: what is the cost per hour or per 24 hours to operate with Natural Gas ? Or maybe a better way to ask is: how many cubic feet of gas is used by a 5 to 6 thousand watt generator per hour or per 24 hours ? Gasoline consumption for my 5,000 watt generator is 1 gallon per 3 hours or about a dollar an hour.
Why did you take the 1/2in feed at the gas tree and use a StreetL to increase it to 3/4in for your valves and 30' length of hose? Why not just keep it all 1/2in all the way? Also, why not use quick disconnects at the point of your union instead of the union and the need for a wrench etc?
Very Nice set-up! Thanks for sharing and providing the links!!!! Much appreciated sir.
Very easy to start and maintain, lightly noisy but it's a generator.
Amazing video. I have been looking for a full setup for NG and gasoline and what the logistics are in making this happen. From what you have done this is really straight forward to do.
Best regards,
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Add a quick connect at meter so you can easily remove hose.
Can you have a plumber run a gas line to a more convenient location? Or must these be hooked up to the gas meter.
My generator is already dual fuel but gasoline and propane. Is it just a matter of hooking up the hose to Natural gas.
Just got my kit. Thanks for the video. Good job.
The "quick connect" doesn't look very "quick"; it's a standard plumbing union. I use an industrial coupler commonly used for compressed air tools and an ordinary compressed air hose for temporary natural gas supply to portable equipment. If using natural gas after the regulator and meter, the pressure is very low, indeed - typically well below 0.5 psi - so high-pressure hose isn't needed. A good industrial coupler will be just as gas-tight as a plumbing union fitted with pipe dope or Teflon tape.
+Milosz Ostrow Are you saying this will work with some inexpensive couplers and some air tool hose? I think you may be right because this is using very low pressure. I think you would need the bigger hose for the generators with more than 7 horse. The air tool hose may work on smaller generators.
Yes. The quick connects and hose used for air tools works perfect on my 3.6KW generator. Also very inexpensive. I already had extra hose. Just bought some $4 end connectors from harbor freight and was good to go. The inner diameter of the hose I am using is only about 1/4 inch and may be too small for larger generator engines. Thanks for idea.
Deucealive75 You are correct about the small hose limiting the flow rate. It wouldn't run a tankless water heater, but I've found it sufficient to run a two-burner tabletop stove or gas grill for outdoor cooking, saving myself the annoyance of smelling up the house with smoky, greasy fumes. Unfortunately, the high pressure natural gas supply is on the utility company's side of the gas meter, where one can't legally get to it. The pressure there is about 50 psi, which would still be well within the capability of air hose and industrial couplers.
Can you use the natural gas that supplies the grill?
Great info. on the conversion kit for natural gas.
silly question. If I purchased a duel fuel gasoline/propane generator......number one.....could I simply hook it up to natural gas? Probably not?? and second question.....If I cant simply hook up natural gas to a propane generator, would I be a little bit ahead if I purchased a duel fuel and then purchase the natural gas kit for it. The space would already be there to put a natural gas regulator without adapting the frame etc.?/
Hey! i will like to know if i can use CNG with same device?
Just wondering, but what is the point of the adapter plate on the carburetor?
The 90 elbow your talking about is called a Street L .
Instead of adding a US Carburetion regulator, can you just replace the carburetor with a tri-fuel carb from Amazon for $22?
what about diesel generators ? can you convert them as well ?
Does it depend on the model?
Looks like a nice job, but that street elbow on the gas inlet to the regulator is Bronze, cast, which is considered to be "porous" and would NOT be used on any gas piping. You could substitute a BRASS elbow for the bronze however and you would be okay.
BTW, galvanized piping is used where needed for weather/rusting resistance in NJ, your gas supplier should know what is allowed in your state.
better to use an elbow and a nipple than a street elbow !
Excellent video !
Thanks.
as long as the engine is running at the stock rpm's(like it is) it will not affect the power output.
Does the regulator have a safety device incase of engine failure? Thinking about converting my predator generator over to propane. I'm all about safety when it comes to gas.
Yes it will stop the flow of gas if the engine cuts off.
Understood- however I am curious about "what would happen"? Because this same condition could occur if someone was running on gasoline, then turned the generator off with cutoff switch. Even if the gasoline valve was then closed there would still be fuel in the line from valve to the carb. Its a situation that I will avoid, but thought you might know what effects this condition would cause.
Noise I bet your neighbors love that in the city
Type C Tri-Fuel Natural Gas, Propane, and Gasoline Kit = $187.00 from US Carburetion plus $12.90 shipping in my area...
See! That wasn't hard now was it!!!
Replacement carburetor from china with propane components fits inplace of factory carb. No cutting needed just bolt on unit for $21.50 :-o
Please provide this website. I don't want to have to cut in housing to make room for the regulatory.
Good job on conversion,,,but you may want to check the hose your using for the fuel line from the gas meter . I am sure its not rated for LP or NAT gas.
How close does it need to be to the meter? Or is it just how far from a main-size pipe?
I covered it very briefly but it is the black knob on the left side of brass "T" on top of the regulator. They tell you where to set it to start off and then you tweak it by listening to the engine.
5 years later and the US Carburetion web site is STILL a garbage fire.
Make that 8 years
I was planning a similar conversion but by using LPG for converting my snow blower.
How is the engine speed regulated (governor) on that type of setup ?
Great video, very informative thanks so much.
Follow the link in the description to rwhose listings. He does not have them listed a generator hoses. Contact him through eBay and he will guide you in the right direction and custom make something for you.
I did not not any drop in HP and I tried a real worl test on it and it powered everything it did prior to the conversion. BTW when you go to start it with the long hose I had to hold the primer about 15-20secs.
Thank you! Your video was very informative and very much appreciated.
good job buddy thanks for the awesome presentation
Let me see if I understood what you are saying. Most propane generators don't have a propane shut off valve that will shut the gas off, if the generator fails to stay running, and because you bypassed installing a regulator this will amplify that problem, if true I will need to get a 110 volt shut off valve, that's held open with voltage.
If you have nothing in line to stop the gas flow if the generator stops you absolutely need something, unless you like to be on the local news ruining a bunch of people's days.
@@Channel-About-Nothing How does a generator work that comes ready to use propane, should the spark plug fail, how is the gas turned off. From the information I have found says the regulator doesn't stop the flow of gas should the generator fail.
@@rx7engines I don't think that is correct or they are asking for a lawsuit. The gas is usually controlled by the vacuum of the engine. If there is no vacuum the gas is cut off.
@@Channel-About-Nothing found a video that helped me understand, its called "Regulator Garretson KN Beam Impco how valve works for"
if you are running on N Gas do you need to keep the generator outside the house ? can you put in the basment ?
Nice install. If the generator fails does the kit cut off natural gas flow? Is there a chart that shows the cost per hour in using natural gas vs. gasoline?
It's an "on demand regulator". Meaning, it allows fuel flow only while the engine is running.
What does the Gas Co. say about the line coming out of the meter. I like this.
What happens if the engine stalls and the gas continues to flow? I have the same conversion kit on my generac and I often wonder if the oil runs low or somthing the engine will shut down but the ng valve remains open. Does that gas keep flowing until it explodes?
Great vldeo. Thanks for posting this. I still have lots of questions but this was a great start. Thanks again.
I'm just entering the game...but my question is why is everyone cutting their frame when they can just mount the regulator to the other end of the gas supply hose which is likely the gas meter or a wall that has the supply connection.
Would this still work with a wen generator 1800 watt?
Great tip, thanks for the video. I plan to install a permanent back up generator but this is a good question to ask whether the unit comes equipped to take natural gas or will I need a converter as most come ready for propane. Good job!
Wow, you weren't kidding. US Carburetion has a web page straight out of 1995. Horrible.
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Cool video dude
And why would you not have quick connectors at both ends of the gas line?
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Where did you purchase the brass "T" at the outlet (top) of the regulator? The one that adjusts flow on one side and has the hose adapter on the other side. I can't find it on US Carburetion website or anywhere for that matter. It looks like it makes for a practical and clean setup.
It came with it back when this was installed.
I think your regulator is to close to the exhaust, it could cause some serious repercussions.
really should be a plumber if you guys are tapping into your gaslines ,propane .
but with that being said always favor larger hose and full port valves. that means what it says the valve its self doent choke down the size of the hose your going with. also if you have appliance down line you depend on. (tankless water.or furnace . it could affect. . maybe not these smaller standbys but watch it as you go bigger. more so with the natural gas but it happens,propane u can boost it up more.
how to adjust gas poressure? my generator 1.5kva is not getting load proper 2 fans run if add other load generator shuntdown whats problem kindly guide
Does the regulator work for both natural gas and propane seeing they have different incoming pressures?
It will work with both, you will need a regulator on the LP line.
Would it be easier to buy a generator that’s already equipped for natural gas do they sell it and which One would you recommend? Tk
I know they have dual fuel propane. Then you need a regulator for NG.
Thanks for the info to get started
Can you tell me what PSI is the green regulator you're using on the propane input hose?
Oh never mind, I just realised you answered that question in regards to propane, I assume its the same with NG.
You're right web page was hard to figure out how to use LOL but how much was the Kit the complete kit with piece that goes behind the carburetor and I have to get the lines from somewhere else? Can you put both links right? How much total for the tri fuel regulator and gas lines used? Please let me know so I can order this I have a generator I'm trying to hook this up to and need one
Rated for Natural Gas use no it is not, and there is no need to pay extra just for the stamp. This hose is a Nitrile Butadiene Rubber or NBR which is the same material used for NG gaskets and hoses. This hose is an overkill for NG. It is actually for gasoline and diesel fuel and can withstand more pressure and is more crush resistant than most hoses marketed for NG but is 1/4 the price. Plus this is a back-up emergency set up for temporary use.
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Thanks for posting this well made and informative video.
Is it any quieter? Are the exhaust fumes less with natural gas ?
No to both of those questions.
I see what you are saying and I would avoid that at all cost. Insted of an air gas mix you would have an LP gas mix. It may only flood the generator but if air makes it in I guess it could go boom. I would always cut it off at the valve of whatever fuel you are using. Mabe a safe guard it to change the cutoff switch to one with a flip up cover to help remind you.
How do you arrange a regulator to compensate for alternating loads?
If you have a NEW gen. you have to run the engine and sill the pistonrings before the propane will work proparly
How much is your gas bill on your house if you run this for a long period of time based upon the current prices? What's the difference in savings from this to gas?
Compared to gasoline the savings is huge. I have run it more than 48 hours and its not even noticeable on my NG bill
If most people would call and give the generator type they won’t have to cut their frame. Their are other companies that makes these conversion adapters.
I mounted my regular to the frame using powerful magnets I JB welded to the regulator👍🏾
This is from 2012. the new kits do not require this.
you should install whats know as a drip leg on that gas line to catch water or other trash that could get into the gas line. look at the gas line just before it goes into you furnace and you will see one installed. its a vertical peace of gas pipe capped off.
LP gas is really nasty stuff with much water in it. chews up LP gas furnaces and other appliances like gas grills. its not all hank hill says it is! natural gas not so bad.
you don't want any trash or water in the line or it may cause a gas valve not to seat and then you got a gas leak.....not good. safety first!!
if your house blowed up you want need any power!
Propane is gods gas, Itellyouwhat
When you go to gasoline how do you create a vacuum leak when you have your natural gas line plugged?
One question, was the 3/4" hose necessary for the generator or could a half inch possibly work? Thanks.
That all depends on the distance and size of the generator. I would recommend you look here for more information www.propane-generators.com/natural-gas-chart.php.
I got a 13 horsepower motor what kit do I get you said get the kit C for the motor you got which is a lower motor but when I was on the page link that you posted for the tri fuel regulator it said something about larger Motors using type 1 or type 2 I'm confused which one do I get I want to be able to use gasoline as well as well as natural gas and propane all three feels
How much did the hose cost?
Have you used it during an emergency and have you seen an huge increase in you gas bill? I like in florida and see too many hurricanes. Lost power for a few days and looking to not hunt for gasoline and I have natural gas piped to the house. Thanks
You won't notice any change in the gas bill. I have run it 24 hours during the summer when power was out and. My summer gas usage is usually zero and it was barely noticeable. These things don't use a lot of natural gas and it will cost less to run natural gas than gasoline especially during a natural disaster..
Good video. Do you have to do any tuning for correct mixture? Do you still use the choke for starting?
Thanks
You do have to tweak the fuel air mixture and no you do not use the choke.
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Yep, 8.5 years later, still horrible.
Will the Generator last long with the use of Natural/Propane Gas compared to when use with petrol in normal operation?
+Godsent Egharevba I would assume it would make no difference.
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Yes on NG is very clean burning as compared to Gasoline, You'll also go much longer on Oil Changes since all the crud created burning Gasoline in not migrating to your OIL
At the main you should have lock type shutoff.
but why you adjusted your Natural Gas kit just behind the engine head it can be extremely dangerous, kit and your generator is looking good
Maybe I have a problem with my sight or I need new glasses but is there any mention of what this type C kit COSTS!
I installed a similar kit on my 8750. The problem I am having is it runs rough on gasoline. Did you make any adjustments for that?
Actually, I haven't run it on gas since the conversion. You may need a valve in the line form the regulator to the carburetor. Other than that I don't know why that would be happening.
Does the propane stop flowing if the engine were to stop for any reason?
Yes it will stop the gas if the engine were to stop.
The regulator you see is called a demand regulator, it requires negative pressure for it to open and allow gas to flow. Pressure the carb will create when running. This is a great video. Good job. I am going to convert my chonda but will be using a 100lb bottle. Thanks
good job thanks for sharing!!
Does it Smell like A Honda...❓😂🤣❓
No, smells like China.
Great vid, thanks. Do you know if you can convert a propane generator to run on methane? Does anyone know?
Is there a kit out there where you do not have to saw off the frame? Seems to me with all the vibrations, that cutting the frame is not the best idea to make it fit
US Carburation has what they call a snorkel so that you don't have to cut the frame.
www.motorsnorkel.com/
I though you had to use black pipe for gas?
Yes, you should.