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10-23-2018, 09:18 AM
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Octane doesn't make up for the lower energy density than gasoline.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ener...ty?wprov=sfla1
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10-23-2018, 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by unyalli
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I didn't read your link. I can tell the difference with propane and gasoline by listening to my genny when it's running with a load. As I said I love having the option to run both. But it works easier with gasoline then propane
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12-03-2018, 04:38 PM
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Natural Gas???
Could I substitute a natural gas quick connect into the demand regulator if I were to drill out the nozzle orifice? Any idea as to orifice size? I figure about a #27 drill.
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12-03-2018, 04:46 PM
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Octane has nothing to do with energy density. Octane is used to measure resistance to engine knock.
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12-17-2018, 07:49 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Phoenix AZ
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I recently bought the same generator. I had a splitter that put on the tank of our TT so one side goes into the TT and I can run a second line to the generator. My question is the generator seems to struggle when I put a ten foot extension hose on to move the generator away from the TT.
Have you had this issue with your setup?
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12-17-2018, 07:55 PM
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Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ricker991
I had a splitter put on
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Not using built in RV quick connect propane.
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06-28-2019, 08:39 PM
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I know this thread is a bit old but it's so on point with my situation I'd like to pose 2 questions.
What is the reason to keep and utilize the large diaphragm looking device on the oem propane hose? Once you have removed the regulator to install a quick connector, what's the point of the large piece?
Why not just use a length of hose (8-10ft) with a male quick connect on each end? One end to the rv and one end to the generator.
Thanks
Mike
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06-29-2019, 06:55 AM
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Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mikec557
I know this thread is a bit old but it's so on point with my situation I'd like to pose 2 questions.
What is the reason to keep and utilize the large diaphragm looking device on the oem propane hose? Once you have removed the regulator to install a quick connector, what's the point of the large piece?
Thanks
Mike
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That is the propane engine. It's what makes it work. I removed the regulator because the RV all ready has one on the tanks.
- Jeff
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06-30-2019, 06:35 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2018
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Quote:
Originally Posted by unyalli
That is the propane engine. It's what makes it work. I removed the regulator because the RV all ready has one on the tanks.
- Jeff
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Hi Jeff
Thanks for the reply. I have the same dual fuel champion generator. When I use the propane hose from champion and use a stand alone propane bottle the genny runs properly. But then I bought a 10ft hose with a male quick connect on each end and connected the genny to the rv. The genny won't start. I disconnected the end of the hose at the genny to check and there is a strong stream of propane coming through the hose. I was wondering if the diaphragm you left on your hose was "needed". I agree the rv has already "regulated" the pressure from the two 30lb tanks. That's why I thought my straight hose should work. Do you have any ideas?
Thanks
Mike
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06-30-2019, 08:44 AM
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Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mikec557
I bought a 10ft hose with a male quick connect on each end and connected the genny to the rv.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mikec557
I was wondering if the diaphragm you left on your hose was "needed".
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Mike, STOP. Do not attempt this.
- Jeff
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06-30-2019, 08:46 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by unyalli
Mike, STOP. Do not attempt this.
- Jeff
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Why? Many do it
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06-30-2019, 09:01 PM
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Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mrgrayaz
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He is adamantly trying to do it with out the crucial propane engine. What he is calling the diaphragm. He connected a straight through hose from his RV quick connect to his generator!!! Did you not read this?
- Jeff
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07-01-2019, 02:52 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2018
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Quote:
Originally Posted by unyalli
He is adamantly trying to do it with out the crucial propane engine. What he is calling the diaphragm. He connected a straight through hose from his RV quick connect to his generator!!! Did you not read this?
- Jeff
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Jeff
Maybe you read too fast.
I said I have the dual fuel generator.
That means I have what you call the "CRUCIAL PROPANE ENGINE."
I think you don't know what the large diaphragm is for. It's probably just the second stage of a 2 stage regulator. You removed the first stage, ONLY. But Thanks away. I'll ask elsewhere.
Mike
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