Generator on Tongue
Bought a generator for the TT and backup use at home. I think I can attach it to the tongue of my TT for trips, but wonder if there are any issues that I might be missing. Has anyone done this? ...
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I built a platform across the front of the TT between the propane tanks and the front wall of the TT. I relocated the battery boxes onto it and fabricated a "doghouse" for the Honda 2000 generator from aluminum sheet. The generator is strapped to the platform and the doghouse is bolted in place over it. Access doors in the "doghouse" let me fill with gas, adjust choke, pull start rope, and access the electical output end of the generator. Other openings in the "doghouse" provide breathing/cooling for the generator and an exhaust port. I also used rubber mounts to attach the platform to the TT A-frame to reduce generator vibration feel and noise. I will provide photos later today when I'm out cleaning up the garage.
I feel very good about the security of the generator since it is somewhat inconspicuous and the "doghouse" is actually bolted down on top of it. Tools and knowing where the non-obvious fasteners are would be required to get to the generator.
Issues that have arisen with this setup are:
1)generator exhaust is near the twin 6-volt batteries and I had to build a heat deflector to prevent destroying the batteries
2)be very careful to not run the generator with the windows open near the front of the TT due to carbon monoxide danger from the exhaust. This would probably be the number 1 reason to NOT mount the generator in this location. I feel I have dealt with this situation appropriately, however.
I will post photos later.
I feel very good about the security of the generator since it is somewhat inconspicuous and the "doghouse" is actually bolted down on top of it. Tools and knowing where the non-obvious fasteners are would be required to get to the generator.
Issues that have arisen with this setup are:
1)generator exhaust is near the twin 6-volt batteries and I had to build a heat deflector to prevent destroying the batteries
2)be very careful to not run the generator with the windows open near the front of the TT due to carbon monoxide danger from the exhaust. This would probably be the number 1 reason to NOT mount the generator in this location. I feel I have dealt with this situation appropriately, however.
I will post photos later.
