Predator 8750 Generator in a Custom Generator Shed | PLANS AVAILABLE!!

[@bdubinlub]

The best generator shed I’ve seen.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Awesome!

[@TheMSArmstrong1]

I built a generator shed just like this one last summer 2022. We had a tornado March 2023 we had no power for 5 days. This design worked great for me, the hinged roof was so nice to add gas and change the oil. I kept the doors shut and the fan kept the shed cool. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheMickeymental]

Nice shed. Your exhaust has quite of few bend, this will increase the backpressure on the machine. Predators are notorious for valve problems. You constructed a beautiful shed and placed a bottom of the line generator inside. Good video and best of luck to you.

[@roxanaquintana8620]

We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

[@guntherbarberena1344]

By far the best homebuilt generator shed I have seen.

[@freed6343]

Living in Florida without sufficient power to run the A/C when the grid fails gets old very quickly- about 2 hours. One never knows when a severe thunderstorm will knock the power out for and hour or two, or longer. Then there's hurricane season. So I just got a 9500 watt generator to replace my little 3500 watt machine. We were once without power for 4 days. I have two refrigerators and a freezer loaded with meat. Now that I have the power I need, I was looking for a way to quiet my system down, and you just gave me some great ideas. Your gen shed looks great and has enough room for storage of fuel for several days. Thanks for taking the time to make the video and the great ideas. I especially like the way the roof opens so the generator can be refueled easily.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Sounds good! Thanks for watching!

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

No one never ever puts a generator that far from the house. It is always on the side of the house. The cable must be huge. The rest of your shed is great. Great explanation. 🙂

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

The cable is actually sized if I were ever to install a 50 AMP generator (I used 6-3 wire). It's actually not that far of a distance but I wanted it as far as possible to reduce the noise I'd get in the house. You can put it as far as you want as long as you properly size the wires for voltage loss. Southwire has a nice voltage drop /wire size calculator on their website and we are all good there :) www.southwire.com/calculator-vdrop Thanks for watching!

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

@@OutdoorsEngineer The down side to quiet, when you sleeping with it running... someone can steal it and you won't know it until you wake up. Mine is about 15 feet from the house. I know when it stops in my sleep. 🙂

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

@@2fukWu ONLY???? The larger the size the higher the price and harder to work with. 🙂

[@akbychoice]

@@JohnSmith-uy7svthere is a device that you can plug in, if the power stops an alarm goes off. I have two of them for refrigerators.

[@secretsquirrel5566]

I have just finished milling some cedar that I was going to use to make raised beds for the greenhouse. I've decided to build a generator shed like this one and mill some more cedar later. This is a great design.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

That is awesome!

[@Upliftyourbrothers]

Get some rock wool insulation. Line the inside and it’s fire proof and would soak up the sound and noise like crazy.

[@troyyarbrough]

I agree. Some 1 or 2 inch thick rock wool would make it much quieter.

[@vrod1a]

Most people don’t understand the basics of ventilation, Having your exhaust air volume greater than your fresh air volume will cause negative pressure in that space, That’s why fans have CFM ratings.

[@troyyarbrough]

Love the shed design, especially the hinged roof. This gives me some ideas for my next project.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

It works awesome. Thanks!

[@captainjoesanglingadventur4894]

Living down South we deal with the Hurricanes Every year,just got us a nice 8700 as well. This Generator House is great I'm gonna build one for ours as you know they are LOUD. Thanks for sharing

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Sounds great!

[@spits55]

That shed looks better and is built better than my house.

[@williamhogg7830]

I DO LIKE IT ! I had a generator at my last house. The problem with it was I built it too small. The size of yours is good. Good job. CHEERS.

[@askbennett]

best example Ive seen. I like the forced intake and exhaust system.

[@mantirig4139]

went 13 days with no power in 08 when Ike hit Texas, got a genny now, the old type land line never quit and family were able to call us 24/7

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

The old time land line. Ha. Phone with a curly cord!

[@kenkrommenacker8649]

Nice looking gen shed, I am getting ready to upgrade our gen shed, we also have the same gen 8750, it has helped us over the years, one time our power was out for 7 days. I am also working on a small solar system, and that also came in handy. Loved the video!

[@stevedold4573]

Looks good! I’d bond the ground rod to the house service ground in case lightning ever strikes in the area.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Not a bad idea

[@scrapplepig]

Looks like a good job and it is quiet, nice.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thank you!

[@farrellwatson1428]

This is the nicest generator shed build that I’ve seen. 😍

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thank you!

[@robertbissett]

Heading out this morning to pick up an 8750 on sale! Great video with several great ideas.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Have fun!

[@kevinhardin2941]

Nice shed, good job. BUT , I would have put it on my deck or at the bottom of the steps because in a severe thunderstorm you gotta trot way out there to start it . Plus way less wire (expensive) but more noise but in an emergency I can put up with noise to have power. Just my flea bitten opinion . I still am impressed by your setup I know how much work you put into that !

[@wmoy8507]

Nice design but I would put some angle slats on the exhaust vent to deflect the noise to the ground. Also put some exercise rubber mats on the floor and the doors to absorb the sound.

[@drbahb1]

Excellent video. I am preparing to build a generator shed very similar to yours. I picked up several tips from you that I can use to make my design better. Thank you.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Awesome!

[@cheers0406]

Really like your shed design. I am in the process of building mine and will incorporate some of your design into mine, especially the roof and fresh air intake.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Awesome!!

[@azoffgridoutdoors4001]

That is well built. Like how the roof hinges.

[@dantyler6907]

Always wondered if a water sprinkler feature would help reduce sound noise? A shed, insulated with styro is a good first step. Maybe, add a rain dribbler on all sides of the top, maybe pump the water to fall down ACROSS the top of the gen, at an angle? Seems like there might be something here... Water is vastly heaver and more dense than air, so, this might eat a LOT of sound!😮

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Seems like a lot of engineering for how little it actually runs :)

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Hope you enjoyed our generator shed! What do you think?

[@royrobinson4636]

Beautiful Generator Condo! 😎 I'm also very impressed with the noise reduction, and the hinged roof! Nice work! I have a little different set-up, I have two 2500 watt Champion dual-fuel inverter generators (Gas/Propane) since we are miles from any Natural Gas pipeline and can run the house for 10-11 months (stove, oven, water heater, clothes dryer) with our 250-gallon propane tank. My thought was fuel efficiency and portability, I can run one or both generators in tandem depending on the demand and run them both for months without needing fuel. I can also move them easily to anywhere I need power since they only weigh 40lbs each but combined with a parallel kit have a peak output of 5000 Watts, more than enough to run everything in the house (excluding Central A/C). My shed is 8x8x4 and 2x4 framed with exterior siding and insulated with *Rockwool (sound-absorbing, fireproof, water repellant) insulation. I used 50amp breakers and 6Ga. wiring with a main breaker interlock, all connected through an additional breaker panel with 30 and 50 amp RV outlets, mounted alongside the outside garage wall. ~Roy~ *Critter Ranch, Apple Valley, CA.

[@khiaraslaw]

Great need those build plans 😊

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

@@khiaraslaw I probably have some old cad drawings of them laying around!

[@TheLordIsAlmostHere]

Fancy schmancy. I especially like the underground wiring.

[@juansifuentes3917]

Do you have the plans? That is one nice shed

[@michaelcheeto6213]

Best gen shed I've seen so far.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@johnkruton9708]

I only needed my generator 2 hours in the first 8 years of ownership. The freak windstorm in August of the 8th year that knocked my suburban power out for 60 hours had me so happy I had it. Neighbors lost freezers full of meat & refrigerators full too. It paid for itself 3x over that one time. Since then 5 more years it’s been used for 2 4 hour outages. Not terrible but with wife working from home very necessary

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Yep. It's nice to have just in case!

[@prestonrenify]

Plan to buy a gen soon and have reviewed Gen many YTs. Your install looks and is great, BETTER than a Generac imo...including esthetics. Sound dampening seems impressive. Big thumbs up for moving shed away from house and burying cable under driveway. Few thoughts....1. Consider doing periodic and check listed, full load tests (monthly/quarterly) to help insure emerg pwr is available when needed. Also, train spouse or child on safe startup/shutdown should you be away...or become forgetful. Consider powering cooling fan AFTER gen is switched off...based on interior temp. Consider installing properly rated fire extinguisher or blanket very nearby or inside shed. I like idea of having low power LED utility light auto illuminate at night upon opening shed door. Also, a solar powered trickle charger to keep battery fresh. Better mousetrap-ish? Yeah, but at what price glory? Again, kudos to you!

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks, I agree, I really like how this turned out!

[@Cenlalowell]

First time seeing this duct fan setup nice

[@RW-ur7ym]

Beautiful property and shed!

[@michaelsa892]

Love the generator shed looks great

[@craigselby5615]

A solar trickle charger to keep the battery topped off would also be a great addition.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I usually start the generator once a month and let it run 15-30 minutes. Have not had a problem with the battery yet. Not much draw on the battery when not running I suppose.

[@lapinfurax615]

Excellent and beautiful work ! thanks for this video

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Plans are available from our website: outdoorsengineer.com/ Here's an update, I swapped out the generator to the newer Predator 8750 Inverter generator: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYWyh5mIop2AbZY\ 🎥Here are links to some of the camera equipment that I use: Canon EOS R10: amzn.to/3tvoGYO K&F Tripod: amzn.to/3ZUd2m6 Go Pro Hero 8: amzn.to/3pEGsnV Rode Wireless GO II Single Channel Wireless Microphone System: amzn.to/3GvRoN5 As an Amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases made through links posted here - at no cost to you. More tractor videos here: kzbin.info/aero/PLooz_hclekl-AW--3g0PKompkU3g_bUWv More Firewood Videos: kzbin.info/aero/PLooz_hclekl_7z89asYP8jCEudf-j5fwL More Outdoors Videos: kzbin.info/aero/PLooz_hclekl_sm4OGhndrpyXAZDFRSo6J&si=gu7tPqQ4wY8JmA1G Check out our website: outdoorsengineer.com Follow on Facebook at: facebook.com/outdoorsengineer

[@marte1a256]

What are the dimensions of the shed?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

@@marte1a256 Overall the framing is 4' x 6'. Send me an email ([e-mail]) and I can send the framing plan I used.

[@TheMSArmstrong1]

I also have the Predator 8750 Inverter generator it did great!

[@Honestandtruth007]

This Generator Shed is very Well Done 👍 and Great job 👍

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@mikeayres304]

That is a nice gen-shed dude. I can only hope to build something that nice.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

You can do it! I see you picked up the plans. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@mikeayres304]

@@OutdoorsEngineer Thank you so much for going through the trouble of making them for everyone.

[@Tao_Peace]

Fantastic design and the way it blends into the nature setting is awesome!! Great job!!!

[@StannisTheMannis305]

Wow, super quiet and very nice looking.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Yes, thanks

[@tommanley2025]

Great job and thank you for sharing and explaining it so well.

[@lstanich1]

Great info and a nice simple approach. Thanks!

[@john.leighmcburney1540]

Beautiful looking shed. Great job !

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Glad you like it!

[@vortexeagle]

beautiful design and detail!

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@6actual911]

Nice job !! Nice house to.

[@stevelabranche6119]

Great ideas for my Duromax 12kw. I defiantly like the hinged roof idea. Only comment is the length of cable to house, voltage drop. I keep my 240v 50a service cable no farther than 25ft from house. Just an opinion, everyone has one...lol

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

For sure! It is something to consider. I did plug my numbers in I think Cerro wire's voltage drop calculator and all good. It's always a good thing to consider the voltage drop. Thanks for watching!

[@MrPabco]

Really like the Gen house. Nice design. Pop-up roof is sweet. Good job. Might want to get a single lug or crimp-on eyelet on that ground wire to clean it up a bit and enhance the connect. How did you hinge the back of the roof? Thank you.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks! They are just old interior door hinges. They stay out of the elements and I made sure they got full of stain so they don't rust. I think I have 3 hinges on the back of the roof.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Oh, and good idea on the ground wire. I'll have to look for something that will fit the wire size I have. Thanks!

[@brianr101010]

Love the shed. I wish you had maybe included dimensions of exterior wall length and depthfront and back wall height and roof frame exterior length and width.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

If you send me an email at [e-mail] I can send you the basic plans.

[@D2500R]

Been two years after wiring a Wen to my house with no power outages. Before that it went out several times a year. I'm just wanting it to go out for a few hours. Start mine up about every month just to charge the battery and hook my welder to it a few times.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Yeah, it's a good thing to start the generator every month to keep it fresh.

[@anthonyzinnanti7933]

Great design. I converted our 8750 to liquid propane. There's a kit for it on Amazon.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I have thought about making the conversion - - If I used it more I would!

[@scott-jc5nd]

Good job! Thanks!

[@MrBrunnolf]

Nice job!! Greetings from Brazil

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thank you very much!

[@TSNEC]

Sweet generator house!

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@BOB12349307]

if you are running your whole house by code you do not want to ground the generator. your house ground will work fine. as long as you have house ground connected.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@ketolifestyle68]

i was considering the generac or the enphase, but for the cost i could buy 1 generator a year for 30 years.. so im gonna build a generator house, for the emergency,, whenever SCE decides to turn it off i will still have power,,, thank you

[@KyokushinNidan]

Very professional.

[@thomastriplett8070]

Quietest gen house video I seen yet. The plastic garden shed ones don't seem to cut the noise that much

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

That was my main goal. Keep the noise level down, especially if we need to have some windows open in the evenings. Haven't really had to test it out with that respect because I still haven't had a need for using it since I installed it.

[@gregorywells4423]

Nice work. A lot better than mine.THANKS!!!!

[@paulatteberry3165]

Set it on sand will make vibration better, not too bad for a Predator gen they are not known to be quite.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Certainly not quiet. The shed certainly helps.

[@wyndward]

Thank you for taking the time to create and sell the plans. After seeing your tour video, I feel confident in building this project on my own. Is a SketchUp file included with the build plans that you sell on the website?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Not currently. But after you purchase, send me an email and I can send you the Sketchup File.

[@Ian-808]

Pretty good one of the best i seen

[@divertechnology]

great dog, nice design, pretty complete

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thank you very much!

[@heavenlysunshine1891]

nice shed

[@PaganWizard]

I really like your enclosure A LOT. The only thing I might do differently would be to have the intake and exhaust on the respective sides of the enclosure to eliminate as much of the bends in the air flow pipes. Fewer bends make for faster air speed. This would also prevent any exhaust fumes from being pulled into the enclosure. You can also find pistons, similar to what holds the hood and hatch on a car or truck, but heavy duty enough to support the weight of the roof which would make it much more stable than the 2x4 you're using in this video. A sudden strong gust of wind could lift the roof off the 2x4 and allow it to fall while you're under it.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Good points! I did make a Tee on the exhaust that pushes the exhaust away from the intake. The main reason I went out the back was to minimize noise on sides that face the house.

[@6Sally5]

Not sure about Wisconsin, but for here in Texas, I’d put some finer mesh screening over all your vents. Our wasps and hornets here will find a way to get into any structure and make giant nests.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

We have wasps and hornets, but they usually build nests under overhangs., and I promptly knock them down if they get in a bad spot.

[@ride4kix]

Nice Shed , Better to have it and not need it, then to need it and not have it.

[@daveg5005]

Nice shed - but can't seem to figure out how you made the roof lift. It appears you cut the door header and it lifts with the roof. Does this cause the doors or front wall to be a bit unstable when the roof is open? Any details on how the front wall to roof construction was done would be very much appreciated.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Yes, the roof header is separate from the side wall. With the sheathing on the sidewall and sturdy attachment of the wall to the floor, I have had no issues with the walls becoming unstable. They are essentially rock solid. The header is attached to the roof and is just sitting on top of the sidewall, attached through the latches. It's been 5 or 6 years so far and no issues with it holding up. Email also sent.

[@electropalsceo]

Nice and quiet

[@jjfore0921]

You don’t buy a generator to keep your electricity on, you buy it to keep the electricity from going out. 😂

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Exactly!

[@Mr_Keemo_Eyad]

Very nice work

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@Mr_Keemo_Eyad]

@@OutdoorsEngineer 🥰

[@joeglennaz]

Nice job

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@louiscox6767]

Great vid, so helpful and simple thanks

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Glad you liked it!

[@DRMcQuaig]

Nice setup! I just wanted to let you know that the "Amazon link" to the "Electric Mains Return Alarm" is the same link as the "Hour Meter"

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks! It should be fixed now!

[@berniebass3575]

Did a nice job 👍

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@LeifOfWilsonCreek]

Good ideas! I found yours looking for ideas to build mine. Good idea to pipe out the exhaust. Good idea to make it ready for 50 amps. Good idea with hinged roof. I think I'd be worried about the intake clogging with blowing snow in a storm. Have you had any trouble with snow in this design? I think I'll use a vented soffit and skip the air intake. I'd add wires for remote starting, and a battery charger.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

No problems getting it clogged...haven't had the opportunity in a snow storm. I honestly don't think it would plug either way, at least in my situation and the amount of blowing and accumulating snow around the exterior. I did find that the cold air intake directly over the motor is needed to keep it cool enough, especially in the summer.

[@LeifOfWilsonCreek]

@@OutdoorsEngineer Thanks, interesting info. Tough to balance summer and winter conditions.

[@blackmacgyver9965]

That is a bad ass gen house 👍🏽👍🏽

[@gextreme2381]

Nice job!

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks! I should have an update out in the very near future. I upgrade to an inverter generator!

[@SkyCharter]

Nicely done my man. Great ideas and just in time for my forthcoming generator rollout.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Awesome!

[@DennisDural]

is it necessary to ground the generator when the breaker panel to the house is already grounded? Basically is it safe to double ground?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I'm not sure. Not an electrician here.

[@daverossiter5362]

Great shed, fantastic job!!! What are the base dimensions?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks! Overall it is 4' x 6'

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Plans are available: in-the-northwoods.com/product/genshedplan/

[@gwongpokes]

Can you please make a video on how to build your shed

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Good Idea! I'll have to think about how I could get that done, since I already have it built. I'm working on a fine detail plan of the gen shed along with instructions that I will host on a new website for sale, hopefully in the near future.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Plans are available: in-the-northwoods.com/product/genshedplan/

[@sfields6903]

I know this was a time back but do you know about what the costs were for all the parts to make this shed including the fans, exhaust etc. I realize prices have gone up but wanted an estimate. Will prob buy the plans ... got a genny on order....

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I honestly don't know at this point anymore, it's been 7 years :). It really depends on what siding you choose to use.

[@berlinjackson1847]

Reallly nice job

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I'm glad you like it

[@antoinetbd8016]

Cool shed...Make one for people with less time and less resources..

[@roycebuenvirbarcos3698]

Can i ask sir? Is it noisy at the back of the shed, where the exhaust fan placed sir?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Yes, there is noise st the back of the shed. I have it aligned for the back side points away from our house.

[@roycebuenvirbarcos3698]

Ahh. Thank you for your response sir

[@DavidBoston-rx2yi]

Great video 😊

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks!

[@fredericklockard3854]

Wow what a nice job! Is that generator enough to run your air or heat?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I honestly haven't tried the A/C. It does run our well pump, and looking at the power requirements for the AC, I'm pretty sure it would run the AC as well. It has no troubles with the furnace!

[@fredericklockard3854]

@@OutdoorsEngineer I had a generator that was a little less powerful than yours before I got my Kohler standby, and it could not run my air or heat. The initial draw was just too much apparently. So of course our power went out on a cold winters day. It was out for about 6 hours. That’s what made me decide to get a larger Kohler standby. Just something to consider. But again, it looks really great. A great piece of engineering.

[@GrizOnTheTrail]

NICE JOB on the generator shed and generator installation! Could you let me know what the "alert alarm" is technically called, and where you got it???? I'm talking about the "thingy" that lets you know when grid electricity comes back on??? Thank you Sir!!!

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I got it on the good old Amazon. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003KREORA/

[@carlcapello9956]

When you had the generator running, I noticed the fan was turning very slow and not fast as it should be. Why wasn't the fan turning much faster?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

My guess would be the camera frame rate (30 FPS) makes it look run slower than it actually is!

[@carlcapello9956]

@@OutdoorsEngineer I have heard of that and it makes sense, thank you.

[@johnanderson3405]

Very nice! I have the same generator in a shed that I just bought over the summer. I installed a duel fuel kit so I can use propane also. Propane can be stored long term and easy to stockpile in case the you know what hits the fan. ✌️

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Very cool! I've thought about it!

[@francisvazquez13]

Did you connect the exhaust to generator with magnets? Maybe my eyes arent so good, but i didnt see a cooling fan, just an exhaust fan, im i wrong? Overall, very nice work...

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I just used some small self tapping screws, similar to rain gutter screws. There is a cooling fan inside the metal duct. A 6 inch online duct fan.

[@Raven5763]

Nice job. I have a Wen 875i and am looking at building something similar. I was thinking of a smaller more portable enclosure. Did you go with the intake and exhaust plumbing after doing testing? I am planning on having powerless cold air intake at floor and exhaust through the roof ceiling with as many sound deadening turns as i can get to the rear of roof. Hoping the heat rises theory will keep the generator cool. Most of our outtages are due to snow.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

I went with the plumbing because i had built a temporary shelter at one point and it started over heating. I figured I needed at least the intake and it wouldn't hurt to get the exhaust out as fast as possible. I have thought about drilling holes in the floor so the attic fan would draw cool air from the floor across the generator. I think the biggest problem is heat, and making sure that engine stays cool. Thanks for watching!

[@smjohn4640]

Is your generator cable wired directly to the house main panel with the interlock device in place and not to a transfer switch or inlet box? That's what I think you're saying and if so I'm happy I saw this video before buying the inlet box and cable because I really like and prefer this set-up, as it requires just going to the generator shed, plugging in the cord and starting the generator, then back inside. This method is best for my wife being out alone in possibly bad weather, as it will get her back inside quickly. As opposed to her having to get the cord from the shed, then go to the inlet box to plug it in, then go back to the shed to start the generator before going inside. Will it be possible for you to explain how to do this setup? Like explain your method in burying the cable, then that box you have at the house and getting the wire inside. I'd really appreciate it thanks. God bless.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Yes, the only disconnect spot is right at the generator. From that plug, everything is hardwired directly into the panel. I have the Generator wires coming into slots 2 and 4 in the panel on a 30 amp double pole breaker, although the wire I ran is 6 awg so i could have a 50 amp breaker. The interlock device is designed for my GE breaker panel so that the only way I can turn on the Generator breaker (Supplying power to the panel) is to turn off the main breaker that goes out to the grid. The wire from the generator goes into conduit and enters the ground. In the ground it is directly buried, and then re-enters conduit as it approaches the house. It is then in conduit until it enters the breaker box. Stay tuned, I will be adding a subpanel in the future and plan to record it, and I will highlight where the generator comes into the panel.

[@smjohn4640]

Thanks for clarifying. I really appreciate it. The WEN 12000 watt dual fuel generator is on its way and I'll purchase the generator 50 amp cord with bare wire end tonight. I'll follow up with you if any issues. Thanks again.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

@@smjohn4640 Awesome. Where did you order the generator from?

[@davejohn2335]

Love it, but I’m going to build mine that you can walk in and have shelves…also I have solar so I need a battery/generator room with ability to use as small Shop to do basic maintenance on the power system

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Sounds like a great setup!

[@davejohn2335]

Thanks, not built yet…and thanks for your video to give me some interior ideas!

[@allegory7638]

An earth ground for the generator is not necessary, assuming you ran a ground between the house service panel and the generator. Won't hurt, but just not necessary.

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

10-4

[@mbecker163]

Why do you need an exhaust port? Won't the exhaust go out of the box with the fan?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

The faster the exhaust leaves the better. You are also adding extra heat that is easily plumbed out using the exhaust port. Plus, newer generators may have a CO detector on them, and if you dump exhaust directly into the shed, it'll shut off due to the CO safey mechanism.

[@1dashcamboatsandcars]

Very nice.

[@g2D1]

Awesome video and the first vid that I can see a noticeable noise reduction. what do you think of using sandbags for the outer perimeter wall?

[@OutdoorsEngineer]

Thanks! That is an interesting idea for a wall. I don't have much experience with using sandbags but I'm sure they noise reduction would be great!

[@g2D1]

@@OutdoorsEngineer you can even do a stand alone wall right in front of the gennie that faces your house. If you place it about 6 feet away from the front door of the shed, and if necessary, angle it so it blocks the sound heading towards your home. The theory is that the sound coming from the shed's front doors would bounce away parallel to your house

[@captcurt64]

good job ,sir i am trying get my Generator video on you tube i think it will be a good one