Why won't my EU2000i Honda generator start after I replaced the starter rope? It has compression and fuel but no spark.

it is not any kind of car or truck,so moved you to portable elect gas generators.
does it burn gas/petrol or LPG?
with engine stalled, oil lamp on is 100% normal
but never at the time of stall (or just before)
the oil pump runs off the crankshaft is why.
new spark plug is cure. i bet.
or use chock longer.
carb, gasoline , petrol.
if spark tip is in raw fuel , turn off chock and crank it dry.
the gen has many buttons switches make sure all are set correct for sure on./off .
is it elect starter or hand cord cranked or both?

if your question is that my Honda generator wont idle up when I connect a load (tool) and it stalls then . first see if unit will run on constant setting (switch on front) if nothing or still barely runs or stalls , then your problem is carb or fuel filter (inside tank) one or both is most likely dirty and needs replaced/cleaned

The internal monitor is sensing a load does a load make it change tone? Check the 12 v output and see if it is loaded.

Kevin H

probably 3 feet

Three main things are needed for all small engines to run: Compression, spark, and fuel. I would purchase a compression tester and a spark tester from a local auto parts store. Both are reasonably priced and easy to use. Compression tester screws into spark plug threads, then you simply pull starter rope a few times until needle on gauge stops rising and observe reading. You should have at least 60 psi and should hold awhile. Next, screw in spark plug and hook up spark tester inline, pull handle and observe spark tester. Next, check for obstructions in fuel lines to carb.These simple steps will lead you in the right direction instead of guessing. Good luck. Keep me posted with results and I can help you further.

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needle valve stuck.on the bottom of the carb there is a bolt holding the bowl. inside there is a needle valve attached to the float. hondas have a spring loaded rubber tipped needle valve and tends to get stuck in storage(unless it is left empty this will happen almost every time) check seals on bolt and bowl before re installing .

Check your cam timing.

It takes 3 things for an internal combustion engine to run... compression, spark, and fuel.
First perform a compression test. If its under 90psi the compression is too low and it would cost more to repair than to replace.
Sidenote: A unit that is extremely flooded will give a false low compression reading. Remove the spark plug, turn unit upside down so that spark plug hole is facing down and slowly pull the starter rope. If fuel drips out then the crankcase is flooded with fuel.
Next, be sure that your fuel is fresh and free of water. If the fuel is more than 20 days old it is stale.
Also, holding the spark plug against the head is not an accurate test for spark. A failed spark plug or weak module will fire when not under a load but will not fire when in the cylinder environment under compression. A spark tester is the best way to know for sure that you have a good strong spark.
Lastly, something you can do which requires no special tools is check the condition of the cylinder/ piston. Remove the spark plug then remove the muffler and look into the cylinder. You can pull the starter rope slowly to move the piston up and down. Observe the wall of the cylinder and the side of the piston. They should be smooth and shiny. A dull grey appearence indicates debris ingestion, grooves ( also called scoring) indicate metal to metal contact caused by a break down of the oil due to heat or lack of oil. The presence of scoring means that the unit is not cost effective to repair and should be replaced. Dull grey usually means low compression too.

Try a now spark plug first. If it is still hard to start then it is probably because of low compression due to worn rings and these need to be replaced.