Recent content by mk2000

MEP-831a Replacement fuel cap I could not source a fuel cap that was reasonably priced, or find a cross-reference from the auto parts store. $500 dollar solution: ASAP NSN Parts NSN Number : 5342011987569 Manufacturer : Honeywell Lebow Products Part Number : 98-19516 Quantity Min- 2...

Found an electrical issue: Now that it starts and runs I connected a few appliances to the convenience outlet, makes 120V 60hz and governor appears to adjust engine speed as electrical load changes. Unfortunately, now I found I have zero volts at the output load terminals when I activate the...

Thought I had an oil pressure issue.... Change the oil, clean the oil screen (it was clean) changed filters, add fuel, install batteries and it started right up. Ran for about 15 seconds and then I shut it off to look for any issues/ leaks. I restarted and ran for about a minute then noticed...

Hi first post, here. Lurking for several months and recent MEP-831a owner. Thanks to Guyfang,Dewie38, DieselAddict & kloppk for the education. I’ll break this post up to make it more readable. Received the genset and ordered new batteries (BatterySharks STX20-BS, QTY 2), air filter...

Read all 31 pages. Any update on your MEP-831a? Was the odd noise due to low oil? Did you get the governor to finally play nice?