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    Just picked up an MEP-803a

    Howdy, You have come to the right forums. :) You can start here. MEP-802/803 Filters and Parts The 2nd post has quick links to a lot of stuff. A little farther is the post with quick links to the TM's which you will need. The MEP-803A uses a group 34 or 34/78 battery. The military specs a...
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    My MEP-803A

    Howdy, You have found the right forum. That's good. Keep reading stuff in the forum. There is a lot of knowledge which has already been hashed out. The reason why you do not want to just hook it up to the house is... You need to verify it functions properly. Use a multi-meter to verify you...
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    Coolant temp light now no crank

    Howdy, Ouch A MEP-802A doesn't take a lot of coolant either. You know the drill about filling. The folks that do not have forks, are probably better jacking one side up to a good angle to get the coolant in and air out. bets of luck, keep us up to date. 8-)
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    803a won't restart

    Howdy, I am not asking something which needs a lawyer. A simple answer helps here. You changed all fuel filters? and primed it properly?
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    803a won't restart

    Howdy, What does this mean? Someone said they changed them? It seems you have a answer why it doesn't run right too. Not running smooth. Fuel issue. Have a good baseline. saying you checked them means nothing here. Disconnect the primary and take a sample reading of fuel flow amount ...
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    803a won't restart

    Howdy, He stated he has only changed the oil filter. (filled with break-in oil) This is a fuel issue. Does he understand priming? Does he have a air leak? You need to start at the bottom and work your way to a baseline first. cartridge filter needs changing. spin-on water/fuel needs to be...
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    803a won't restart

    Howdy, Have you replaced the fuel filters? spin-on water/fuel filter, and cartridge filter? Have you cleaned the inside of the fuel tank? Any crud floating around? Any sand? After changing these filters, you might have to leave it on prime & run for a while to fill the new filters. (maybe 5...
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    Parts 803a a (making it a runner)

    Howdy, Type those part numbers or nsn into google. auction site has a 5 pack
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    803a won't restart

    Miami Kansas
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    Automatic transfer switch MEP-803a house backup

    Howdy, A possible source of water back into your unit. With a exhaust stack that long, you will have incredible amounts of condensation forming and rolling back down the pipe. It just will not get hot enough to evacuate all the water. You have no means of a water trap. You would be better off...
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    803a won't restart

    Howdy, MEP-8xx starting checklist. Did you look at the simple start-up video? OK, you have break-in oil in. good Have you replaced the fuel filters? spin-on water/fuel filter, and cartridge filter? Have you cleaned the inside of the fuel tank? Any crud floating around? Any sand? After...
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    803 Fuel Gauge

    Howdy, Run your unit with a load, and siphon fuel out to see if it moves first.
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    MEP 10kw 400Hz generator MEP-813A + MEP-1041

    Howdy, Why on earth would I have a exhaust flap? I did not buy a parts machine. I would expect the person which bought a 400Hz unit would sell you the exhaust flap for $500 to try and get there money back.
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    Parts 803a a (making it a runner)

    Howdy, The unit could have been sitting for a long time. The switches could be in need of some TLC, was the engine surging? Water in the fuel? Drain and clean the fuel system. Change out all filters. Fill with fresh diesel with additives of your choice. You need to start with a good baseline...
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    Parts 803a a (making it a runner)

    Howdy, You have arrived at the right place. Do a bunch of reading here in the forums. Start here for a bunch of info MEP-802/803 Filters and Parts , the second post has quick links to other important items. Farther in the thread has other updated items too. and yes, GovPlanet puts standard...
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    Automatic transfer switch MEP-803a house backup

    Howdy, WOW. I will be really impressed with what you end up with. I am waiting to see what you will need to do to satisfy code, and inspection. 8)
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    Parts 803a a (making it a runner)

    Howdy, Howdy, Exhaust manifold gaskets MEP-802a DN2M MEP-803a DN4M Exhaust Manifold Lister-Petter PN#751-10103 Onan PN#186-6206 NSN 5330-01-356-7137 MEP-802/803 Muffler gasket Lister Petter PN#366-01287 PN#14153-02766 NSN# 5330-01-390-5185
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    HMMWV for NY state

    Howdy, Terms of contract. All information is there on GovPlanet.
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    MEP803 Newbie, need advice

    Howdy, MEP-803A uses a 34 or a 34/78 battery. That is the size which fits. You can buy whatever battery brand you want. Yes, the Military specs a Optima RedTop battery. The battery hold downs, and bars will fit a 34 or 34/78 battery. MEP-8xx Battery Information MEP-802A MEP-803A battery hold...
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    MEP-8xx engine paint

    Howdy, The paint sill looks good on the engine. I have about 40 hours on it after painting. The paint is 1200° rated.
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