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  1. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    Being on a trailer won't matter. A ground rod isn't mandatory but good to do. As long as you are using a 4 wire cable you will remove the bonding strap at the generator.
  2. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    When you are connected to your house with a 4 wire cable you want to remove the bonding strap that is along the bottom right side where the terminals are. A ground rod isn't required but won't hurt if you decide to drive one at the generator.
  3. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    I used this: Outlet - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002MPQ4YC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Box - http://www.homedepot.com/p/Red-Dot-1-Gang-Weatherproof-Box-Silver-with-4-3-4-in-Holes-S106E/100114047 Cover -...
  4. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    I mounted a receptacle. It made things clean and tidy.
  5. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    I did a 50a setup for my mep003 and it was fine.
  6. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    Both are limiting you. If you want to go with a 60a breaker you'll need to get 4/4 SOOW cord and a 60a inlet. A MEP003 will do a little over 50a.
  7. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    Since you are using a 50a plug and 6/4 SOOW cord you'll need to put in a 50a breaker instead of a 60a.
  8. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    That is correct. You will need to change the breaker to a 60a - assuming that you are using normal 6 gauge copper and not SOOW cord or other temperature limited (and lower current capable) cabling. Nip off a bit of the 2 gauge wire and take it with you to shop for the breaker. You'll find that...
  9. DieselAddict

    Generator install: connecting different gauge wire

    That is more complicated than it needs to be. All you need to do is set a box and make the splice inside the box. For wire that size you can't use an outlet box. You'll need to use something like a 6x6 box. You are allowed to join 2 different sized wires as long as the branch circuit breaker is...
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