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The washers are likely stuck in the chambers. Just tighten to specs on the washers that are stuck in there and go with it. 80% solution. Likely no impact on compression.
Jerry
I was contacted this week by a fellow looking for a replacement MEP starter. He works in Taos, NM and says the 003a is one of their primary power sources, wherever he lives out from Taos.
Challenging way to live!
Jerry :grd:
Harley/Chris,
Given that a lot of people have double vision today, might I point out that yours is a custom build with the AC distribution box gone to make room for that 30" long fuel tank. I wish RCI made a tank 24" long to fit 003 available space but am afraid they don't.
Jerry
PS: Jim...
Steve,
Given what you have built, I sense a bit of overkill here. Looks like it will work fine!
A year or two ago a member showed an enclosed trailer mounted MEP003a which he uses for job site power. When it is hot he opens the rear doors, cold he keeps them almost closed. Same thing I do...
The small linkage on the side of the pump is your throttle control. If the throttle worked its way loose with the carrier and its' bolts off the unit, I think it would have similar effect as key at end of the throttle control breaking off. Maybe you got lucky and no internal IP damage. Maybe...
Peter,
I've looked at your listing. There is no "Best Offer" option. Have made an offer for two of the contactor switches but have not had a response. if I can get the contactors at a reasonable price, I intend to try two of your controls for the price of one and be your guinea pig.
If I...
Peter,
I've looked at the e-bay link you provided for the contactor. It is 85 amp and you discussed 60 amp. Any impact on operation?
Do you have a solution you can show us on wiring and mounting the contactor to protect it from vibration? It has a very brittle molded case and an apparent...
Not to worry on the rust. I agree with Ike's assessment on the DCVR. Test per Speddmon's sticky post at top of forum page.
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?94880-MEP-002a-and-MEP-003a-DC-Charging-System-Test
Merry Christmas, Jerry
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