Rubbermaid Action Packer 24 gal & Honda EU2000i Generato

Gilbertsons

I have read several threads that this is a great combo to store this generator. I haven't been able to find it in a store and from the dimensions I read online it looks like the height could be a problem. Unless the lid is concave it might not work.

Can anyone confirm that this will work? Always want to be space conscious of everything going on the boat.

Thanks

Captains Cat · Posted: Mon Jun 16, 2014 6:14 am Post subject:

amazon.com has them. Let your fingers do the walking and UPS bring it to your door!

As for the fit, someone here is sure to chime in!

Charlie

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Jun 16, 2014 10:46 am Post subject:

Gilbertsons-

Hi!

Here's a quote from my Yahoo group for Honda eu2000i generators

"The Rubbermade ActionPacker 117204 24 gallon tote seems to be the perfect container for an eu200i, with enough extra room on the side for the power cord. If not avaialble locally, you can order it through http://www.doitbest.com/Storage+totes-Rubbermaid-model-117204-doitbest-sku-609577.dib for $42 (generally no tax) and it will be delivered free for pickup at any of 3800 local hardware stores."

Specific source: (Will have to join up):

https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Honda_EU2000_Generators/conversations/messages/12187

My Eu1000i also fits of course, with 3 one gallon cans of gas and other things, like electrical cords, but it's smaller than a Eu2000i:

Eu2000i = 20.1 x 11.4 x 16.7 (inches), (LxWxH)
Eu1000i = 17.7 x 9.4 x 15.0

Joe. Teeth

Gilbertsons · Posted: Mon Jun 16, 2014 11:05 am Post subject:

Thanks so much. I appreciate the help. Just didn't want to order it online and then have to send it back if it didn't quite fit!

ssobol · Posted: Fri Jun 20, 2014 2:57 pm Post subject:

Don't have a Honda generator (yet), but saw this online. Might make a suitable storage container.

http://zoro.shop.rakuten.com/p/contico-3725-work-bin-tool-box-37-w-x-21-d-x-20-h-structural-foam/221795700.html?scid=em_20140616_Daily&adid=17070

redbaronace · Posted: Fri Jun 20, 2014 3:23 pm Post subject:

This is what I used on my 24 Tomcat. It is pricey at $500 shipped + needed to be further modified to fit my application. It did work really well in that I could start the generator and run it without ever opening the lid. Kept the water out and with the modified lock system was very secure.

I mostly liked the fact that I never had to worry about the generator getting stolen or having fumes in the cockpit which my wife was very sensitive about.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Honda-EU2000i-Generator-Aluminum-Storm-Enclosure-Protective-Housing-/221468012360?pt=Motors_RV_Trailer_Camper_Parts_Accessories&hash=item339085af48&vxp=mtr

Gilbertsons · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2014 9:39 am Post subject:

Thanks for all the ideas. For those that are interested I bought the 24 gal Rubbermaid Action Packer for my Honda EU2000i at REI in Denver. It is very tight on the height. It does go in but you have to very slightly bend the top top to lock the handles. It does have a little room on the side for cords or adaptors, etc.

redbaronace · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2014 11:00 am Post subject:

Gilbertsons · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2014 8:22 pm Post subject:

Yes, I will try to get a picture posted tomorrow

Gilbertsons · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2014 11:06 pm Post subject:

Here is the picture. I measured approx. 4 inches of space between the generator and the wall of the Action Packer. It's about 24" long and 16-17 inches high. You do have some room for cords or other items. It would be great to find a plastic gasoline container that would fit in there! I do know folks buy the generator gas cap that allows you to make a setup to draw from the C-Dory's fuel tanks or other fuel containers.

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