Recent content by lumpy_grits

You spent how much for the genny, and your cry'n about a Qt of oil?? Just don't understand------- LG

Take it to the dealer and have'em see if it has 'thrown' a trouble code. Get a paper trail started-- LG

There are 2 different types of NAPA's. One is a franchise and the other is company owned. For the most part, the company owned are better run/stocked---- LG

When is the last time you checked the belt tension? OR, replaced the belts?? LG

Stay with what you have been using. Don't think it's a good idea to mix 'chem' packs with different brands. LG

Here is the most current manual for the EU2000 series. See pg#49 http://cdn.powerequipment.honda.com/pe/pdf/manuals/00X31Z396000.pdf Clearly shows that 5W-30 and 10W-30 is to be used for the full range of air temps, and SJ spec is called out. The only other oil ok'd is straight 30W. No other...

That is an 8 yo manual. Mine sez I'm GTG. I use the same 5W-30 that goes in my cars.

Oh-Maybe keeping the maker's warranty comes to mind with using the 'correct' oil. Know what you say about easy pull start in cold weather. Born and raised, in Colorado. LG

Just because Exxon sez somedangthing, don't make it so. Correct? To maintain the Honda warranty. I will follow Honda's published instruction/guidelines. LG

Originally Posted By: ARCOgraphite NO. You need an HD ODPE oil. See DOOG's post. Honda clearly calls out for SJ service oil, for all of their gennys. Here's one ops manual to show you.... http://cdn.powerequipment.honda.com/pe/pdf/manuals/31Z07610.pdf LG

Originally Posted By: kschachn So a 0W-30 should be fine too, right? Originally Posted By: lumpy_grits First, why not call Honda and ask them. I have the EU 2000 'twins', and Honda sez either SAE, 5W30 or 10W30 is GTG. Just my 2 cents, LG Read the manual SJ spec oil is called out by Honda. LG

For another 10 cents a gallon. Run prem. Also, prem has less Ethanol in the fuel. Prem is also a better choice for any air cooled engine. Your choice-Do as you wish. LG

Did you read the owners manual where it sez to use 5W-30 or 10W-30 oil? I use 5W-30 in my Honda gennys. No noise at all and I run mine in 110* heat all day long. Change the oil............ Run prem fuel. LG

1" higher from side to side is anything BUT level. LG

The rattle can be oil issue if the genny is not level. Also, fill the oil till it's at the treads of the filler. LG