Running a/c with a Honda Gen EU2000i cruising

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David W Bowers

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May 12, 2019
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2002 260 Sundancer
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MercCrusier 5.6 Stroker 383 Bravo 3 I/O
I have a 2002 260 Sundancer with A/C. I don't have a Genset installed. I have the small Honda eu2000i that I want to put on my swim platform. I would raise it off the platform 12" and strap it down and put a heat resistant pad to reduce vibration. My question is will this hurt my a/c unit and what kind of adapter do I need to use it underway for the A/C only. I'm a newbie to cruising and appreciate any input and suggestions. Attached is the panel of my gen. Thanks
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Please - no one take the bait......To the OP, this is a flashpoint on this site - do a search, you will find MANY threads on it - It is unsafe for many reasons and Frank Webster has outlined those reasons the best - If you choose to do it, please don't mention it here
 
David W Bowers said:
I have a 2002 260 Sundancer with A/C. I don't have a Genset installed. I have the small Honda eu2000i that I want to put on my swim platform. I would raise it off the platform 12" and strap it down and put a heat resistant pad to reduce vibration. My question is will this hurt my a/c unit and what kind of adapter do I need to use it underway for the A/C only. I'm a newbie to cruising and appreciate any input and suggestions. Attached is the panel of my gen. Thanks
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Some reading for you:
http://www.clubsearay.com/index.php?threads/using-a-portable-generator-to-run-a-c.32579/
http://www.clubsearay.com/index.php?threads/thoughts-on-using-honda-generator.14805/
 
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Sometimes pictures help....

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Heck you can even use them in your house....

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Darwin.....he really did understand human beings.
 
Take this all with a grain of salt; there have been a few bonified Darwin Award attempts officially published here however.
There are two significant hazards you need to address; one is the generator's exhaust and the concern of carbon monoxide collection in the boat's low areas (ie cabin) and the issues with that; many boaters loose their lives or love ones every year due to carbon monoxide poisoning. The second is the electrocution hazard; this is the electrical potential difference between the water around the boat and the generator's frame; having the boat in fresh water is of particular concern.
 
I can't think of a topic quite as polarizing but still somewhat common to see whilst out and about. Perhaps people not using seat belts would be similar in this way? I wonder which is more likely to harm you, statistically...
 
There is a 3rd major concern with the Honda generator on boats: The fuel sustem is not designed for a marine environment. THe carburetor and overflow is vented to the inside of the generator case. If you get a carb float problem, the excess fuel is just dumped inside the case and then you are happily enjoying your air conditioned cabin while tooling around in a boat with the generator's non-ignition protected engine sitting in a pool of gasoline.
 
When the topic is portable generators, what oil to use or the best wax, we just can't resist!
 
JimG said:
What's the best way to bring back the color to your Honda that's been sitting on the swim platform in the sun?
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Rub it generously with Lacquer thinner and bare hands. Be sure to wash your hands in MEK afterwards.
 
JimG said:
What's the best way to bring back the color to your Honda that's been sitting on the swim platform in the sun?
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and what oil should i use in it?....
 
Shouldn't we all have our boats in the water by now? Memorial Day is upon us. Portable generator threads feel like much more of a February thing.....this is depressing.
 
@David Bowers, hence the 2nd post. This really isn't the way to treat new members with a genuine question.

If.people start referencing a pig on your boat or stretching your boat, just ignore them.

Oh, and go read @fwebster rationale for why this isn't a great idea.
 
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