Posted: 10/15/2013 2:03:13 PM EDT
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Here we go. Can I store my generator (Generac XG8000E) year round, outdoors, covered in a shed without any ill effects? NY State climate, cold in the winter and hot in the summer. Shed completely encloses the unit with good room for air circulation. Furthermore, the shed itself is under a raised deck and receives no rain/snow etc. Thoughts? |
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Store only or run it from there also? Right now I'm talking about storage only. Ultimately I will be building this which will both store and enclose the generator when it is running. Working many hours during hurricane Sandy taught me that keeping your generator as quiet as possible is key. The shed in the video is what I'm using BTW. |
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As long as you don't let the fuel get degraded there should be no problem. My General 10,00XL "lived" in a concrete "shed" for years. I ran it til the carb was empty of fuel and kept it on a trickle charger... I live in an area with four seasons, but winter is not as cold as New York.
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Right now I'm talking about storage only. Ultimately I will be building this which will both store and enclose the generator when it is running. Working many hours during hurricane Sandy taught me that keeping your generator as quiet as possible is key. The shed in the video is what I'm using BTW. Quoted:
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Store only or run it from there also? Right now I'm talking about storage only. Ultimately I will be building this which will both store and enclose the generator when it is running. Working many hours during hurricane Sandy taught me that keeping your generator as quiet as possible is key. The shed in the video is what I'm using BTW. Tagged...Good question...I'm going to be picking up a generator soon too..... BUT...I remember seeing a video of someone using that type of shed for it & it melting. |
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You mean ill effects other than having it stolen?  
This is a 3/4" galvanized steel eyebolt. Size 11 Merrell for scale. It passes through 12 inches of reinforced, poured concrete foundation wall and is secured by a nut/washer on the other side. The generator is chained and cabled to this eyebolt. The chain/cable passes through the generator frame in several places. The generator's wheels are about to be removed and replaced with square wood blocks so even if they get through the chain and cable they're gonna have to lift it, unless they bring wheels with them. My property is surrounded by fencing... That being said, you're correct to point it out, and I am always looking to improve security. |