I'm told that if you put your compressor in a tote that you will kill it shortly (or shorten its life significantly) due to build up of heat and possibly moisture.

I have a commercial kit with a aluminum housing to keep water away but I was told if you even change the color of the housing it will void any warranty. I've had 2 high water events and nearly got water in the system as it sets on the ground on the bank.

I was tempted to put it in a tote or something that would protect it better, but worried about any type of enclosure that would add heat or limit air flow. Your experience having it in a tote?