Ridgid Generator Tri-Fuel Conversion

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  @giggiddy · 4 years ago (edited)

  Woo!!! Conversion!!!  Now we're talkin. My favorite small engine guy with an hour+ video. Thanks James

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  @ericvaughn1126 · 4 years ago

  Excellent as always and invaluable insight added at the end re: hp to output wattage calculations. Not shocked manufacturers "embellish" the capability in terms of output wattage. Unit ran great on both propane and gas and special thanks to Stanley, again, for providing the donation to the channel to benefit us all!

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  @fevo69 · 3 years ago

  Hello James:<br><br>I love your videos. I entertain myself and learn a lot watching them.<br>As I told you in another comment, I maintain two generators that my brothers-in-law own and I have been able to apply techniques and knowledge that I have learned from you all these years.<br><br>Thank you for your dedication to filming, editing and uploading them to YouTube.<br><br>Ramon Jimenez<br>From Hialeah, Fl.

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  @SoundzRite · 4 years ago

  A couple years ago, I did a tri-fuel conversion on &nbsp;Ridgid RD8000 with a Subaru EX40 motor. I bought and installed a Nashfuel (Impco) NF-GEN-KIT-720-221-4-EX kit. The kit supplies a short large diameter hose between the regulators. I needed to hook it up to a 100 lb tank so i replaced this hose with 15 ft one like the one you used. So my installation looked a lot like yours. I was disappointed when the generator would stumble close to a stall when I applied a step load. After some thought, I came to the conclusion that the long thin hose with not much more than 2PSI could not respond to intake requirements of a step load. I solved the problem by mounting the pre-regulator directly on the &nbsp;input of the nozzle-feed regulator and using the &quot;thin&quot; high pressure hose from the tank to that first regulator. What a difference! I can now drive my submersible well pump and drive a burner or two on my oven with no stumbling.<br>You may want to try this arrangement. &nbsp;I think you would experience improvement.

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  @Ernest_son · 4 years ago

  Always wanted to see a conversion done. That insight into how manufacturers rate their engines and powerheads is even more valuable. Thanks for this video.

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  @Tom-In-Ga · 4 years ago

  I have to rate this as one of your top ten videos. First half was about fixing her up and the rest was about that propane conversion. Really interesting.

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  @ShoebridgeForPM · 4 years ago

  I now know much, much more about generators. I will never use that knowledge, but i feel so content in knowing. Your videos James are addictive. Well done!

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  @hirampritchard5588 · 4 years ago

  Wow, I thought well that&apos;s a parts machine for sure, but you adapted, adjusted and overcame. I learned that a HomeDepot box makes a great paint booth. Loved it.

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  @markgeorge3960 · 4 years ago

  Really great video, James - thanks for taking the time. Happy to see the conversion. Propane has overwhelming advantages in my mind, but, a few disadvantages, too: In very cold conditions, small tanks may not be able to properly vaporize. That problem can be minimized by using a much larger tank, or two small tanks and a Y-connector between (RV accessory), or even better, put the tank in a warm area like the garage, and run the hose under the door. But, there is a limit to how long your hose can be - too long, and it won&apos;t pass enough gas. US Carburetion can advise.on hose diameter/length. With the Y connector, you can also change one tank at a time without shutting the generator down. &nbsp;One thing that always surprises me - when you change your oil after using propane, it looks like new oil. Makes you wonder what is in gasoline!<br>Again, thank you for the very helpful video!

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  @Bassguitarist1985 · 4 years ago

  Great video James! Call US Carb CS, there is another snorkel with a different orientation for this engine. As you noted the hose is blocked by the air box. Rather the hose should come out of the lower left instead of the lower right side, probe facing away.<br><br>You did the adjustment of the load block correctly as well. Many will screw the pooch on this step and burn up their engine. Leaner is better on propane. Rich on propane is hotter. Its the opposite of gasoline where lean mix equals higher exhaust temps.<br><br>On propane the valves will see 3-5% increase in overall temp, but the hardened seats and valves can handle that no problem.<br><br>Great rebuild!!

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  @lot27a · 4 years ago

  We should &nbsp;get edu credits for this series. Very informative. Thanks again for great real world content.

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  @henrymcgee1753 · 1 year ago

  Love watching you work you are very thorough from a retired master mechanic

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