Can I run synthetic oil in my 3000watt Honda gen

Of course you can, just use the correct weight.

The Honda lit says they are certified using mineral oil, but that any oil meeting or exceeding the specs is acceptable. In practice, some oils are too thin and make their way through the breather system, some too thick so lack the ability to get to the places where lub is needed quickly especially when cold. Cheap oil usually has fewer additives, such as anti foaming additives. Best advice? Use the best name brand quality oil you can get, and use the weight recommended in the manual for the temperature you will be encountering. Store brand oil may be made by a major manufacturer, but will lack the additives you need, pay more, get more, but the name brand! Remember this too, when in doubt, change the oil , it's been in there longer than you think!

It is not suggested to use synthetic oil in these as it clogs up the rings and valves. They were produced with the view of using Mineral Oil (without any synthetics.)

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