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How much does the ASK reduce the noise level? Are there any mep002a's in eastern TN with the ASK that I could listen to? How much difference would just a muffler make?
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However, there would not be any RPM difference at set frequency regardless if using an auxiliary add on muffler or not. With a direct coupled generator head it is governed, at all loads, to supply as much fuel as necessary to maintain 1800 RPM in order to make 60 Hz. So the question would be...does any increase in backpressure potentially increase fuel consumption or impact heat dissipation?...In fact, I tested, and there is no RPM difference under load with or without auxiliary muffler at set frequency...
If it was a minor reduction, the effort would not be worth it. This unit is as quiet as my 802.To me, any minor db reduction gain achieved by adding on an aux muffler would seem questionable due to introducing potential risks. Though from the sounds of it (pun) your aux muffler is big enough to not be all that restrictive and well attached so if it achieves your objective that's what counts.
I would recommend replacing the stock muffler and not adding to it. You want to keep as much heat energy and velocity in the exhaust as possible to discourage soot, oil, unburned fuel, and moisture from coming together and creating a mess in the muffler.What would be the consequences of removing the army muffler, and simply replacing it with a larger muffler of some type?
I agree, its mainly engine noise. The darn thing could be used to mix martinis.
Depending on the neighbor, buy more wire to move it to the property edge...Exactly! When the time comes you will prefer the noise over not having electricity!
I would tend to agree with the enclosure thought.
I have had 002's and 003's with the ASK enclosure and it does make a big difference, but it pretty much blocks access to everything.
Building a small enclosure will keep it out of the weather, reduce the audible sound, but not hinder access to vital components for service / repair.
Just point the openings towards the neighbors.... if they complain, offer to run and extension cord to their house to keep them quiet as well!
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