Location of generator in a 5th

[ByTheRvr]

We currently have a TT and will be moving up to a 5er and diesel TV. We currently have a pickup with cap and leave our Honda eu3000i locked in the truck bed. We either open the tailgate or the cap windows to run the generator as needed. I don't see a lot of mention of generators in the postings here and I'm wondering where people are storing their generators? Is there enough room in the basement of most 5ers and is it safe to run the generators there? (Concerned with fumes) I could have a lock box in the front of the pickup bed; we're planning on another long bed. I'm just curious what others are doing. We do a lot of boondocking. We will be adding solar but still expect to need our generator for AC and cloudy day backup.
Thanks,
Barrie

[ByTheRvr]

I have a bad back and the eu3000i is heavy so wherever it goes it has to stay there. We plan to buy a used unit so if it doesn't have a generator compartment I guess I'll have to lock it in the truck bed. Perhaps I can find a metal toolbox that is large enough to fit the generator inside. I had a eu2000 previously but it wouldn't run the AC. Thanks for the feedback.

[2-MTnesters]

Depending on which 5th wheel you choose, some already have generators installed or are prepped for a generator. Usually located in the storage compartment in very front of coach.

[John_Bridge]

I have the twin Hondas too and would not consider running them in the basement. I store them there but take them out to run them.

New fifth wheels that are fitted out with generators have airtight compartments often in the front of the basement with a hatch directly behind the hitch pin. These compartments are vented to the outside. If you can rig something like that, fine. 🙂

[Itching2go]

We carry our twin Champion 2000i's in our truck bed and take them out when we need them, chaining them to the front legs for security. I have covers for them to protect them from the rain. Have done this for a few years now and never had a problem. I wouldn't want to run them from any of the basement storage areas due to the potential of carbon monoxide and noise inside the coach.