Generator Muffler Mods
Hey Gang, looking for input on a generator modification to quite down my Big A** generator. I have the 2005 version of the Generac Wheelhouse 5500 and have been looking for ideas to fabricate some ...
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at the risk of getting "Booted". like on the other trailer forum.
replace the muffler.... from a Honda lawn Tractor. like the 4514... e-bay used.
install rubber engine mounts .. as the frame is a mechanical sound amplifier.
overhead valve engines are LESS noisy then flat head engines....
and ADJUST the valves.... most come from the factory very LOOSE...
NO it will never be close to an inverter type.. but things can be done to lessen the noise...
and can save 400 plus dollars..
not everyone can afford a high price inverter-generator. for 2 to 10 hours a year...
I use my modified construction generator for 3 hours per over 3 days.. twice a year...
I dry camp.. and NO ONE IS AROUND...
2 hours in the evening and 1 hour in the morning.
so 18 hours per YEAR...
replace the muffler.... from a Honda lawn Tractor. like the 4514... e-bay used.
install rubber engine mounts .. as the frame is a mechanical sound amplifier.
overhead valve engines are LESS noisy then flat head engines....
and ADJUST the valves.... most come from the factory very LOOSE...
NO it will never be close to an inverter type.. but things can be done to lessen the noise...
and can save 400 plus dollars..
not everyone can afford a high price inverter-generator. for 2 to 10 hours a year...
I use my modified construction generator for 3 hours per over 3 days.. twice a year...
I dry camp.. and NO ONE IS AROUND...
2 hours in the evening and 1 hour in the morning.
so 18 hours per YEAR...
