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  1. rickf

    Mep003 voltage drop after 7500w

    I was just going to say the same thing, Check for loose wires and contact Kloppk. Too me it sounds like a loose wire that just can't carry the field load after a certain point.
  2. rickf

    MEP-803a Measuring current on L1 in 120/240V

    Install separate meters for each leg. If you want to modify the unit that is the easiest and best way to get what you want without changing the wiring.
  3. rickf

    Mep 009b

    At least you know you lost these hours. It is all the hours we lost in younger years that we don't remember!!!!!!
  4. rickf

    Mep 009b

    GMG says they have the manuals but I do not see anything but specifications on the linked site. https://greenmountaingenerators.com/manuals-and-support/mep-009a-mep-009b-mep-108a-manuals/#google_vignette
  5. rickf

    Mep-803a 208v 3 phase ground connections

    Are you running the lathe through a phase convertor or are you powering your house with three phase? You mention the 240 for house and garage but show 3 phase connections and mention the 3 phase lathe.
  6. rickf

    MEP-362A Value

    2900.00 plus 13% buyers fee. 3277.00. Still a LOT of money for a 28 volt genset of that size. With an engine that drinks fuel at what I am sure is very high rate.
  7. rickf

    MEP-362A Value

    They are selling on the net for 14,000.00. That is one big chunk of change for "a neat engine"!!!
  8. rickf

    60K spitting out oil from dipstick

    That must be quite some operation using that much generation capacity!
  9. rickf

    60K spitting out oil from dipstick

    It's not over full is it?
  10. rickf

    Not quite a generator, but my 803 is part of it soon...

    I just bought the LiTime batteries for my RV and they seem to be working well. That was why I was curious.
  11. rickf

    Not quite a generator, but my 803 is part of it soon...

    What brand of batteries did you get?
  12. rickf

    MEP802 oil pressure switch wiring

    Were those two cut wires twisted together? I am not all that familiar with that machine but on the 003 and 2 that would be an oil pressure safety switch. They are known to go bad and engine will not run due to a perceived lack of oil pressure. Your gauge is probably wired through the electronics...
  13. rickf

    Who has reused a MEP generator engine for other equipement?

    I think the main issue would be connection the engine to the accessory. From what I have been told these have a unique flywheel arrangement. I have a 23 horse Kubota engine I would like to put in something. A bit overkill for my log splitter though. I actually thought about using the Kubota on...
  14. rickf

    Am I a victim of foul play or incompetence? LOL.

    https://www.youtube.com/@JustRolledIn There are some real classics on here. I saw a lot of them when I had my shop but some are simply unbelievable!
  15. rickf

    Not quite a generator, but my 803 is part of it soon...

    Nice, I will definitely be watching this since they just announced a 25% increase in my electric bill. On top of multiple 2-3% increases per year for the last 5 years. Beautiful house. Well thought out with the sun exposure through the windows and wood stove.
  16. rickf

    Am I a victim of foul play or incompetence? LOL.

    Welcome to the nuthouse. You are sure to cringe at some of the installation stories and methods discussed here.
  17. rickf

    Am I a victim of foul play or incompetence? LOL.

    Most of the time a hard to remove filter was installed far to tight. An automotive oil filter is hand tight plus 1/4 turn. I have seen guys tighten it with one hand and then grab it with both hand and turn it an addition 2-3 turns. Most of the time they just use the same removal tool to...
  18. rickf

    Am I a victim of foul play or incompetence? LOL.

    I have run into that with oil filters on cars. About the only way to have a completely dry oil filter gasket is to clean the gasket surface and surrounding area with brake cleaner. In some of those cases I had to resort to a torch to heat the base (That was all that was left after tearing off...
  19. rickf

    802a on trailer. How much does it walk?

    I have an 002 and it is plenty stable. Set the trailer brakes or chock the wheels and it will go nowhere. You absolutely need to bolt it to the trailer or you are asking for it to slide right off. Metal on metal is like rubber tires on wet ice. No matter if it is two or four cylinder it s...
  20. rickf

    Oh yes!

    You will have to PM Mike on the details. I am pretty sure at least one of those times it was a civvie stove. All ribbing was in jest and while he was a bit perturbed at first it ended up with all involved getting a good laugh. The best explosion I saw (outside of active duty) was at that same...
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