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+1 on heat. It is your friend here, but a gear puller is probably the tool that you want. Did you get the pump timed to the engine already? It really helps reinstallation. Here's a video of a similar Stanadyne removal from a JD engine; PM if you need a rebuilder. I know a good one in SC. All...

True. There is always sending the coastal radiators out for anodizing. Having maintained equipment at a beach, I don't think radiator corrosion is a huge issue. Yes salt water gets to aluminum, but not quickly, and a little protection goes a long way. E.g. blocking direct wind from the ocean...

Thanks for sharing! Gotta love zip tying a spare fuse to the same fuel line the fuse holder is zip tied to. I do like the idiot light for power at the fuel pump. All the best, 2Pbfeet

@Light in the Dark thanks for stepping up on this one! +1 on a drop in. For me, plastic screw on filler neck funnels work well enough for adding coolant. I would rather not have new opening in the top to reduce the potential for leaks into the enclosure. I don't see much value in changing...

If it gets right down to it, Keyser makes custom racing radiators, many of them in a 16" double pass, but not a drop in as their standard is 2.375" thick. Custom quote form here; https://fast-d7f5.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/RadiatorForm2024.pdf All the best, 2Pbfeet

Noted thank you! The machine is in really good shape for its age. Ignoring the faded control panel and slightly weathered paint, it looks as good as my late-model units. I'm not sure why the rings are stuck, but the engine shows all signs of being healthy. Oil pressure is 60 psi cold/50 psi...

Good luck with Milton. Stay safe out there. One does need to let it crank long enough for the oil pressure to stabilize; it is part of the safety system. My bet is you didn't hold the switch quite long enough, All the best, 2Pbfeet

Bung vents? https://www.mcmaster.com/products/bung-vents/ There are also smaller versions that do bidirectional venting, but not all of those have flash back screens or mechanisms. All the best, 2Pbfeet

I haven't bought those plugs in a long time, but I remember how pricey they were, and the crimper was an investment. Stay safe! Good luck with Milton. Storm surge is not something to have a discussion with. All the best, 2Pbfeet

Roger that. Also used on almost all aircraft these days after the 1996 TWA-800 crash. As I wrote above, I just hadn't ever seen or heard of it used to shutdown engines before. And if NASA uses it, it must be good. Right? Tang anyone? All the best, 2Pbfeet

I agree with you on the derate; I have had other engines that weren't tuned and didn't derate until over 10,000', which I think had to do with the ability of those engines to ignite well in lean atmospheric conditions at sea level. I tend to be on the trust, but verify page... Renewable diesel...

Thanks! I'd never heard of it being used before. All the best, 2Pbfeet

Do you know that for your Lister DN2M engine specifically? There should be a data plate on the enclosure. The data plates that I have seen for other DN2Ms were not yet in derate at 4,000' and 95F, and only to 4.3kW at 8,000'@95F. So, a guesstimate derate would be closer to 4.7kW. (6% @ 6,000'...

I've never tried to use nitrogen. How effective is it? One of the many reasons that I keep at least one 15lb CO2 extinguisher handy when running a generator...

Actually, I would be quite surprised if the 24V alternator turns the engine over at 13V. That hasn't been my experience with other engines. As @Light in the Dark pointed out above, the fuel solenoid is a not insignificant power draw. If you want to put in a 12V alternator, and boost the output...

If you are running NATO (Wavian type) style Jerry cans, these folks have one; https://www.lmslichfieldltd.com/Jerry-can-adapter-with-fuel-pipe Or it may give you ideas on how to make your own... All the best, 2Pbfeet

I would make sure that the solenoid and linkages are functioning correctly first, just to rule it out. This may be the bias of my experience, but while a sticking IP can certainly cause problems, a surge that sets in after a diesel warms up would have me considering the possibility of a small...

Could the blackness be spilled oil? All the best, 2Pbfeet

Here is a before photo; https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-10-01-at-4.53.33%E2%80%AFPM.jpg It is a vivid difference. Western Virginia isn't getting much press, but it seems to be pretty lights out. All the best, 2Pbfeet

Welcome to the club. We have jackets! 😉