generator

C Sniper · Posted: Sat Aug 06, 2022 11:25 pm Post subject:

I have seen other pilot house boats with generators mounts on top and have read everything that comes up in search for generators. I am thinking on making a cradle to securely hold mine on top of my tomcat for use when running/trolling. Then put it back on the swim platform when things calm down. Have brand new CO detector in cabin and would get another. Any tips? Free free to chime in if you want to talk me out of it as well.

ssobol · Posted: Sat Aug 06, 2022 11:43 pm Post subject:

Are you planning on running the generator when it is on the roof or is it just for transport? I store mine in a plastic tub with a lid in the cockpit when it is not running. It is mounted on a platform on the swim step when the generator is being used, but I don't run the generator when the boat is moving.

thataway · Posted: Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:41 pm Post subject:

Although I have used Honda generators for many years, I have never run one on top of the boat. Is this so you can use the air conditioning? If so, what air conditioning do you have. I would say absolutely not if using an RV type of roof air conditioner.

Even running our generator on the swim step (outboard bracket of the TC 255) we had 3 CO detection units. The windows are not "gas proof"--ie not fully sealed. We also did not run the generator at all when sleeping. We would cool the cabin down, and then turn it off. If we needed more ventilation later at night, we opened. up windows and hatches etc...

I do understand South Padre Island "hot".

C Sniper · Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2022 7:07 am Post subject:

I have a marine a/c (cruisair) installed under the rear seat of the dinette. Yes to cool the cabin when out running.