|
|
Post by sptddog on Jun 5, 2019 13:06:24 GMT -5
I had hoped to install a gen-turi on my generator exhaust on my Venom for when we slept on the road using the generator and the A/C, but the exhaust comes out under the nose of the 5th wheel so there is no vertical ability for the exhaust to go upwards. I figured I have a few options...one is to have my awesome dealer re-route the exhaust to the side of the camper (like most are routed - and my previous hauler was routed), the other is to route something out sideways along the ground. I believe that sideways might not work, as I suspect the Gen-turi's method of operation would require the upright positioning for the gap at the bottom to properly ventilate the air. Has anyone else pondered the Gen-turi use in this fashion?
I do have CO detectors...both the factory installed and two extra that I have positioned in the bedroom and the garage. The exhaust coming under the overhang of the 5th wheel makes me a bit paranoid...as the air would dissipate up, thus right under the bottom of the bedroom. Seems a silly design, but perhaps there's scientific fact that it's a sufficient design.
Thanks for your thoughts! |
|
|
|
Post by nvguy on Jun 5, 2019 23:54:50 GMT -5
I have done gen installs where the exhaust exited under the overhang of the 5th wheel & share your concern. At some point Onan developed a side exit kit that sent the exhaust out the side-which we started using. A much better way in my mind.
From what I know about the Gen-turi I agree that it needs to be vertical to work, so you may just have to stick with the side exit, but maybe someone will speak up with their solution.
|
|
|
|
Post by kaboom on Jun 6, 2019 1:03:18 GMT -5
I would think changing the exhaust to exit on the driver's side would not be that big of a deal. On our 3311TQ the exhaust exits on the left side. But with the bedroom slide open a Genturi wouldn't work as the slide is directly over the exhaust exit. I suppose a dog leg could be made so the up pipe could clear the slide.
|
|
|
|
Post by sptddog on Jun 13, 2019 9:28:09 GMT -5
I have done gen installs where the exhaust exited under the overhang of the 5th wheel & share your concern. At some point Onan developed a side exit kit that sent the exhaust out the side-which we started using. A much better way in my mind. From what I know about the Gen-turi I agree that it needs to be vertical to work, so you may just have to stick with the side exit, but maybe someone will speak up with their solution. I did a quick search and didn't find a side kit, do you bu chance know of a link or have a picture? That might work well if I could find it! |
|
|
|
Post by nvguy on Jun 13, 2019 22:55:54 GMT -5
I have done gen installs where the exhaust exited under the overhang of the 5th wheel & share your concern. At some point Onan developed a side exit kit that sent the exhaust out the side-which we started using. A much better way in my mind. From what I know about the Gen-turi I agree that it needs to be vertical to work, so you may just have to stick with the side exit, but maybe someone will speak up with their solution. I did a quick search and didn't find a side kit, do you bu chance know of a link or have a picture? That might work well if I could find it! Unfortunately it was years ago when I was doing those installs, and even then the exhaust redirect kit was one of those things you had to know about, because Onan treated it like it was some sort of classified info. If I get a chance I will dig thru my archives and see if I have any additional information. |
|
|
|
Post by mkpaint on Dec 7, 2019 15:39:17 GMT -5
See if a muffler shop who does custom exhaust could help.
|
|
|
|
Post by Edd505 on Dec 10, 2019 21:48:06 GMT -5
See if a muffler shop who does custom exhaust could help. Now days they all bend pipe to what ever shape they need. |
|
|
|
Post by mudmaker on Jan 26, 2020 19:34:18 GMT -5
When mine was in the shop last winter they just pivoted the pipe the exit near the left front leg. Just loosen the two clamp bolts that go into the block and the pipe will swivel inside the flange.
|
|
