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  1. Scoobyshep

    MEP002A No Power To Control Panel

    You indicated you had the starter off, I would double check the connections there. That is where the control power comes from. there is a c plug that could be the issue as well.
  2. Scoobyshep

    MEP002A No Power To Control Panel

    Make sure the circuit breaker is pressed in. Are you competent with a multi meter? Test voltage from chassis to both sides of the control breaker, should have 24 vdc both sides. Sent from my SM-S908U using Tapatalk
  3. Scoobyshep

    Voltage Regulator replacement

    Looks good
  4. Scoobyshep

    MEP003a electrical questions

    Separately derived is what is in the NEC, little nitpicky but for the benefit of the next person trying to Google it it's best to use the term in the book. There is a lot of contention over grounding as there are way too many rules and exceptions to cover. In trade school, grounding took...
  5. Scoobyshep

    Voltage Regulator replacement

    Current transformer. I peice of electrical engineering wizardry allowing current readings without having that high current in the control cube. Think of it as a sending unit for the angry wire pixies
  6. Scoobyshep

    Voltage Regulator replacement

    Through the CTs yes
  7. Scoobyshep

    Voltage Regulator replacement

    Should be good then
  8. Scoobyshep

    Voltage Regulator replacement

    In that case yes you have a bad meter, yes you can hook an aftermarket meter to those feeds. Be sure the new meter is rated for the voltage applied
  9. Scoobyshep

    Voltage Regulator replacement

    Before you dig into m4 and M5 any deeper make sure the selector switch is in the correct position if the generator is set up for single phase and you're in one of the three phase positions these meters will not work
  10. Scoobyshep

    MEP003a electrical questions

    I would argue that utilizing your shops electrical service ground is far better than an independent ground rod. Unless you have the head disconnected in a manner that will prevent it from creating power you absolutely should have it grounded while running as it is still capable of producing...
  11. Scoobyshep

    mep 002/003 fuel tank replacement

    Aluminum is a real pita to weld
  12. Scoobyshep

    mep 002/003 fuel tank replacement

    Fair, there are off the shelf coatings that can be applied internally , but it sounds like the horse has already left the barn. I dont have an off the shelf replacement, but my welding skills say I can make one. (ive also been known to weld holes up in tanks from time to time)
  13. Scoobyshep

    mep 002/003 fuel tank replacement

    What is the root cause fir replacing it? I have seen some people make a custom tank as a replacement online.
  14. Scoobyshep

    MEP-002A, will Start, Run then dies....any suggestions?

    Having the plunger guide broken can cause your issue. Normally they just stop working but they can randomly run like crap. Sent from my SM-S908U using Tapatalk
  15. Scoobyshep

    MEP-002A, will Start, Run then dies....any suggestions?

    id let that sleeping dog lie
  16. Scoobyshep

    Mep002a IP timing question

    Do yourself a favor and while at the pc mark, mark the blower, that way you know it's approximate location and find it faster Sent from my SM-S908U using Tapatalk
  17. Scoobyshep

    Mep002a IP timing question

    Make sure the throttle is going full fuel (arm all the way up, it gets stuck sometimes) With the injectors installed loosen the fuel fitting at the injectors and crank it make sure you get fuel to the loose fittings. Tighten them attempt a start. If you pulled the IP with the groove locked...
  18. Scoobyshep

    Mep002a IP timing question

    The injection pump turns one turn for every two turns of a flywheel When you put everything together did you bleed the pipes out? If you didn't leave the fittings going to the injectors loose turn the pumps on and crank it when they get wet with fuel tighten them up
  19. Scoobyshep

    I bought a few more generators

    There's a reason why we call those Jesus clips You going to take it out or put it off it goes flying across the room and you scream out Jesus Sent from my SM-S908U using Tapatalk
  20. Scoobyshep

    I bought a few more generators

    There's a cheat here, I have had the plunger get stuck and was able to free it up (as long as the guide isn't broken). Take the cap off the ip, below that is another cap, you'll need a 12pt 5\8 socket. Then underneath that is the delivery valve and holder (watch the spring too) once that is out...
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