I stopped by the hardware store last night on the way to class, and picked up a few items.
I got an outdoor rated 70 amp, 4-circuit breaker box, a 20 amp GFI breaker, and a 20 amp outlet and box for it. Also a new plug for my charger (I melted the old one...)
The generator installation manual shows the output of the generator feeding the main circuit breaker box for the RV. That then feeds the individual branch circuits in the RV.
SO, I figured for my hybrid project, I should do something similar. Also, if I ever want to use the generator alone for other uses (home blackout, electricity at remote party sites, etc.) I will want a breaker and outlet on there anyways.
This helps keep everything safe, clean, and modular.
If something doesn't work right in my Hybrid design, the worst that's going to happen is that the breaker pops.
I figure the breaker box and outlet could be mounted on a piece of plywood that is bolted to a side of the generator that doesn't have air intakes or instrumentation on it.
Also, I DID order the demand regulator for the generator from that place listed in a link above. I will still eventually need a fuel shut off-solenoid. Those get pricey fast. I tried looking a few generic ones up, and saw prices of $50 to $150!
I also need the primary regulator for the tank. I am hoping to dig up one of those and the solenoid somewhere for less money than buying new.
I am also told that a gas grill tank won't work for this project, as they can't give enough flow. I have a larger tank as well, but it's too big for the project. Maybe I can trade it in for a physically smaller, high-flow tank!?
