How to build a portable generator shed enclosure?

Many people build sheds for portable generators, because the generators are not waterproof. What are the options to build a generator enclosure versus a generator tent?

Written & Directed by Eric Muss-Barnes

Filmed on Location in Luthorville, California
United States of America

Copyright © 2019 Eric Muss-Barnes. All rights reserved.

[nyinfamousk]

that was exactly what I was thinking. Ive seen all of those videos where they fabricate exhaust pipes and all that. I kept thinking why not just put a box fan and the exhaust aimed right at the fan. glad to see that it worked out for you. going to be doing something similar here also.

[juliesify]

Love the vent, brick & box fan ideas, just what Im looking for. Thank you !

[Hotel_Chuck]

Perfect. Too many people are obsessed with venting the exhaust and all this other frilly stuff. If you are venting the volume of the air inside the generator every few seconds. If there is negative pressure in that shed. Your set.

[wagnerj]

Thanks for the video, it certainly gave me some ideas. I especially like the idea of using the paving stones and bricks.

[jamestaylor]

Need a generator shed (West central Indiana). Have looked at a lot of ideas. Yous and your explanation is the I've seen. Thanks.

[chiraldude]

Good design and video. One thing I have to comment on is the fan. You stated that the box fan moves a lot more air than an exhaust fan. This may be true in the open but you are missing a crucial thing. Once you restrict the flow by putting the fan in a shed, you will find that the exhaust fan will be able to develop a higher pressure differential than the box fan. This will result in much more airflow. Also, a cheap box fan is cheap for a reason. It is not built to last very long. The last thing you need is for your generator to overheat because your $20 box fan quit in the middle of the night.

[WJCTechyman]

Beautiful place in the desert you have. Also, your video was very helpful too, thanks from Ontario, Canada.

[ncastillo]

Maybe the next video would be you actually showing us how you cut the walls and installing the vents

[mikekennedy]

Thank you for the heads up. I went ahead and added vents to the Go Board light weight box I built for the back of my truck. Thank you for the venting ideas, awesome video,

[nmsidewinder]

I'm gonna need a bigger shed.
I watched your video and decided to buy the shed. I checked the dimensions of my generator before hand. Long story short here don't forget to add how much the power plug will stick out. My generator will have a little more than 2 inches on the sides when put in the shed, yup you guessed it no room for air flow. Not all bad, it can still use the shed to store the generator in closer to the. house when I need it. Lol
Thanks for the video, we live in the desert also.

[dan_]

Hey Eric, just wanted to say I just finished watching all your videos. Idk if you were trying to make inspirational videos, but I love the inspiration I got from this page. Man loses his job, spends all his money on desert land & a dream. To see where you started to where you are now is so inspirational and really kicked my butt into gear.

You seem like an awesome man and I hope Luthorville continues to succeed!

[khanhdang]

Thanks a lot. Two great idea in this video: Using the stones and the square fans.

[philoso]

You are right those portable generators must runs outdoor to be rain proof indoor :).

[evo]

Ok, this was a great video! I loved all the logic and do it yourself approach. Love the gun sling and all! But what I absolutely loved the most, was the life advice you gave at the end: "if your ambitions don't scare you, they are not big enough." That my friend, is exactly the advice I needed today. I am eternally in your debt. And I subscribed.

[YukonHawk]

Nicely done. Effective without the over kill

[carlcapello]

You did an excellent job with your shed it looks perfect to protect your generator for many years to come. The only question I have is, is the west going back to the days of unconcealed pistol carrying and looking ready for a gun fight?

[rond]

Good video, I wasn't sure what type of fan to go with and never thought about a cheap $20 box fan.

[BlackKettleRanch]

Thank you for your last statement. Thank you.

[jjuarez]

Hi
Excellent video.
One question I have is how soundproof is your setup?

[cramersclassics]

Best video on the subject! The fact you have so many hours on your setup if proof of your design. Simple is better.
Only request would be some shooting at the end with your six gun!
cheers, Kirby