Onan 5.5 generator question

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We’re considering having a onboard generator installed. Does anyone have any recommendations on having it installed? I’ve considered doing it myself but I would be more comfortable having it done professionally?

[atom ant]

I did mine in the Redwood:

• Redwood Generator Prep options makes it much easier. You can tell if you have it by the front cabinet housing a heat shield enclosure.
• The prep provides a cut-out in the floor of the cabinet that needs completely removed (2 parts, don't do part - required for airflow)
• Generator prep remote start just plugs into gen connector
• Battery start cables need routed to the batteries.
• 2 output 120VAC circuits from generator go to the Transfer Switch.
• I had to have an LP line fabricated an an LP shop and "T"d off under regulator.
• Exhaust - toughest part. You can buy a kit or have it fabricated.

It's heavy! 290 lbs. Get help