Project B.I.G. Built-in Inverter Generator
My other thread seeking info on the existence of a commercially available built in inverter generator for a truck camper confirmed that they don't exist. So here goes, I'm pulling the trigger on a DI...
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Mike, I'm going to add some insulation to try and mitigate the Db's in the camper.
I made some progress on it tonight after supper.
I took the base plate out of the generator compartment. I ended up having to raise the camper of off the truck to get it out.
The top of the plate had 2 layers of plywood with a white coating screwed and caulked in to form a nice floor for the cabinet. I had to take those out.
As a pattern to drill holes in the base to mount the generator, I cut up the original base from the generator so it would fit into the recess. THen drilled the holes.
The rubber cushioned vibration isolator feet are now fitted to the base.
I cut down the bracket for the inverter, and mounted it to the base, right in front of where the vent in the door is. More bracing will be needed for the top. I'm not 100% sure I'm going to keep it right there. It allows access to the oil and spark plug, but not the carburetor drain. I'm not sure on the air filter access either. Maybe I'll put a remote valve on the carb drain? A little more study is needed. .
I felt like my work tonight went very well. I hope it keeps working out!
I made some progress on it tonight after supper.
I took the base plate out of the generator compartment. I ended up having to raise the camper of off the truck to get it out.
The top of the plate had 2 layers of plywood with a white coating screwed and caulked in to form a nice floor for the cabinet. I had to take those out.
As a pattern to drill holes in the base to mount the generator, I cut up the original base from the generator so it would fit into the recess. THen drilled the holes.
The rubber cushioned vibration isolator feet are now fitted to the base.
I cut down the bracket for the inverter, and mounted it to the base, right in front of where the vent in the door is. More bracing will be needed for the top. I'm not 100% sure I'm going to keep it right there. It allows access to the oil and spark plug, but not the carburetor drain. I'm not sure on the air filter access either. Maybe I'll put a remote valve on the carb drain? A little more study is needed. .
I felt like my work tonight went very well. I hope it keeps working out!
