Anyone have a recommendation for a generator storm cover?

[KRN123060]

So I picked up an inverter generator on sale recently. I realized that it really needs some type of cover to be used if it's raining, snowing etc. I see all kinds of choices online. Just wondered what you guys might be using. I would prefer not to have to try and rig something in a storm. Lot's of them look like they would blow apart in a breeze. Thanks all.

 

[dmarsh8]

Lots of videos on YouTube if you want to enclosed it and port the exhaust out.

 

[KRN123060]

I was looking for something I could easily take down and store. If it were a bigger generator I would look for something more permanent but this one probably won't see a bunch of use.

 

[KRN123060]

I was looking at something like this but not sure.

 

[Cameramonkey]

I was looking for something I could easily take down and store. If it were a bigger generator I would look for something more permanent but this one probably won't see a bunch of use.

You could build one out of plywood and line it with foam board and reflective bubble insulation. I can envision it being made with brackets so it could be unbolted and stored flat.

 

[firecadet613]

So I picked up an inverter generator on sale recently. I realized that it really needs some type of cover to be used if it's raining, snowing etc. I see all kinds of choices online. Just wondered what you guys might be using. I would prefer not to have to try and rig something in a storm. Lot's of them look like they would blow apart in a breeze. Thanks all.

I use this on my Duromax 13,000.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0817GWV8C?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

I paid a LOT less than they're asking now. Wait until after hurricane season and prices will go down.

I used to have the Harbor Freight Super Quiet 9500 Inverter gen and it was covered enough to run in the rain with no issues.

 

[indyjohn]

Collapsible bulk container turned upside down. Works perfectly, breaks down into the size of two pallets stack on top of each other.

48 x 45 x 34 - Collapsible Bulk Container - Heavy Duty

Collapsible Bulk Container 48x45x34, cc05-484534-r is widely used throughout the heavy manufacturing and automotive industries.

reusabletranspack.com

 

[Cameramonkey]

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Collapsible bulk container turned upside down. Works perfectly, breaks down into the size of two pallets stack on top of each other.

48 x 45 x 34 - Collapsible Bulk Container - Heavy Duty

Collapsible Bulk Container 48x45x34, cc05-484534-r is widely used throughout the heavy manufacturing and automotive industries.

reusabletranspack.com

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THIS is exactly what I was talking about. Even better than DIY.

 

[firecadet613]

Lots of videos on YouTube if you want to enclosed it and port the exhaust out.

And it's really easy to do, with a plastic storage locker.

 

[KRN123060]

And it's really easy to do, with a plastic storage locker.

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Nice!

 

[firecadet613]

Nice!

I've got a parts list around here somewhere, built it for my 74yr old mother. I keep mine in the garage and wheel it out when needed, not an option for her though.

The gen has push button start and once the generator kicks on, the 12x12 fan kicks on, it gets warm when it's closed up but not HOT.

 

[jsx1043]

And it's really easy to do, with a plastic storage locker.

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You could line that with foam or insulation to aid in noise reduction as well!