Project "Shell" nook

[Blue~Go]

eporter: I see you were typing about the vents as I was. So I see you have a plan.

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Good point, Dougm. eporter, just in case you didn't realize it, the stock generator compartment has only a partial bottom, and the rest is open to the elements (maybe 25% open at most). I guess it depends on what you plan to do with it. If I go ahead with my notion to remove the generator, I'll probably close in the bottom except for one drain (like the battery compartment) and then block off the grilles in the door. I'd store stuff in there that isn't completely dependent on dry-as-Sahara storage (rug, chairs, recreational equipment, etc.)

[eporter123]

I'm planning on covering the existing vented door with some kind of UV-stable plastic panel, or thin aluminum diamond plate. It'll still open, just be sealed up a whole lot better. Same for the fridge vent panel/door.

[eporter123]

Well, I finally got the box anchored in. Super solid.

It’s supported underneath by unistrut and an old one way street sign. The idea is to be able to hold a generator, gas, propane tank and drive down a dirt road with no issues...! Or a bunch of water jugs, etc. Just didn't want the bottom falling out.

Then there are big HeadLOK structural lag screws running horizontally into the floor fore and aft. Sheet metal screws down into the existing lower pass. side plywood support lip/shelf. More screws sideways into plywood pieces that help close off the opening to wall gap. Finally a big, doubled up ply filler strip that closes the remaining floor hole/strip. Some brackets on that and then screws from inside the box to the filler strip. AND a whole tube of Loctite PL MAX construction adhesive for good measure... Still need some random filler strips and caulk to air seal.

Phew, amazing how complex things can get...!

[Scott]

Will you be installing a drain tube inside to prevent it from holding water from outside elements?

After I removed my generator, I completely covered the inside bottom of the compartment with a sheet of plywood (there's a picture in the forum somewhere). The door on my rig only has a grille at the rear. I've never had a problem with water intrusion and I don't have a drain. I've had batteries, an inverter, and a solar controller in there for three years and encountered every conceivable weather onslaught short of a tornado. It's peachy so far.

Well, I finally got the box anchored in. Super solid. .. AND a whole tube of Loctite PL MAX construction adhesive for good measure...

Nice solution. Looks strong. Just made me think: I've used just about every construction adhesive on the market, and the Loctite PL line is the best when used in the correct application. Loctite products are pretty amazing apart from their silly expiration dates .