[SEL] How to quiet down a loud generator

[curt at rustyiron.com]

Curt,
I'd go to NAPA or Sears and get the least expensive oval automotive
muffler you can find. I've toned down single cylinder engines this way.
Maybe you could even find a decent used one being thrown away at a local
muffler shop.
Curt


> Rick,
> Thanks, I think!
> Honda out of the question as to available $$$$.
> Yes, different muffler.  Looking for a source if you know?
> Curt
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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Rick Rowlands" <rowlands1941 at roadrunner.com>
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> Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 5:54:40 AM GMT -06:00 US/Canada Central
> Subject: Re: [SEL] How to quiet down a loud generator
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> Long extension cords.  You won't hear it running if its a 1/4 mile away.
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> Where is the noise coming from?  Is it exhaust noise or does the engine
> itself generate additional noise?  A quieter muffler will help the exhaust
> noise.   For engine noise, maybe put it into a sound insulated box and use
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> bit of your power to drive a fan to keep the engine cool.
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> Third option- Buy a Honda.
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> Rick
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>> Hi All,
>> I have an older Briggs & Stratton Elite 5550 watt generator which starts
>> and runs very well. Orginally purchased for power outages but now want
>> to
>> use it to run the power on a RV motor home.  Have been told it may be
>> too
>> loud at some campgrounds so am looking for a way to reduce the noise
>> level
>> while running it.
>> thank you in advance,
>> Curt Andree
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