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  1. jbk

    new guy with a mep 005a

    i had a similar problem with my 004. the metering valve was stuck, freed it with a spring hook and then started getting fuel. be sure the linkage works freely. you need to get a breakdown of the pump to identify parts serch roosa/master stanadyne injection pumps.
  2. jbk

    MEP 003 Question

    dc regulator is overcharging. common problem, replace regulator.
  3. jbk

    MEP-017A Diode part number?

    yes it just presses out. i think the clip just acts as a stop dont remember as its been years.
  4. jbk

    MEP-017A Diode part number?

    hey derf these are the ones i used on my 017 several years ago. got them locally. sylvania ecg 5860 6 amp rectifier ifm surge 150 a prv 500 volts thread end is k aa sylvania ecg 5858 6 amp rectifier ifm surge 150 a prv 400 volts thread end is k au 4h i also found some new bearings for...
  5. jbk

    Anyone ever tried to put a MEP-003a engine on a MEP-002a?

    i think the head max is 6.25. i have load tested at 7.8 but how long will it overload dont know.
  6. jbk

    MEP-002A flywheel access

    remove the plastic center plug on the front grill insert 1/2 inch socket and rotate clockwise to bring it into veiw on the flywheel.
  7. jbk

    MEP Generator values?

    mep generator values? i agree my prices are a little low this year, but i also want to move them and aquire more. their was a time when the gas units comanded twice the price, but with the ethanol fuel were stuck with the bottom fell out for these. even the diesels have suffered a bit i...
  8. jbk

    MEP Generator values?

    this is what iam asking for some of mine in top condition 16a 425.00-450.00 017 550.00-600.00 002 1600-1800.00 018 1000-1200.00 i think these are fair prices for this time of year and my location
  9. jbk

    Restoration continues: Wiring Harnesses, etc. for MEP-017A

    try saturn surplus
  10. jbk

    MEP-004A parts, and problems

    mine behaved just like yours run a few seconds and lose rpm. it was the little glass ball check in the brass at the top sol. cover. just remove it your gen. will run fine without it.
  11. jbk

    MEP-002A New Owner

    ditto
  12. jbk

    Finally getting a MEP-002a

    nice score ike, you did good on the price too.
  13. jbk

    MEP-002A New Owner

    my wifes reaction would be the opposite of yours to getting more generators. get some photos. just got a couple sets of batts. for mine $69.00 a piece at napa. good luck
  14. jbk

    Understanding power inverters.

    i too have been using inverters for a while. mine a tripp light inverter/charger and a xantrex , auto transfers the load when i have a power failure keeping lights and tv going. i have two battery banks with 4 each trojon and exide golf cart batts. comes in handy for momentary outages. during...
  15. jbk

    MEP-016A, C, D Portability Kit

    these have 3/8 stem from hf.
  16. jbk

    Can a muffler be put on a MEP-003A ?

    i wouldnt put more mufflers on, it has them already and adding another might cause back preasure problems. i plumbed mine a couple of ways to get it out of my face. first photo straight up has rain caps not in the photo, i like this way best exhaust noise goes straight up, but wont work if you...
  17. jbk

    Mep-002a shakes is this normal?

    all the 002s ive had shook quiet a bit, nature of the beast. you can tweek the valve adjustment and inj. pump timming. also check the isolator mounts on the control box ive replaced these before. be sure both cyl. are hitting.
  18. jbk

    Double-check my troubleshooting 003a

    sounds like the pump to me. i ve had stopped up fuel lines and check valves, but sounds like you have fuel to the pump. ive used varsel before and it will swell rubber if left in long enough. theirs a fellow on ebsy right now with reman. pumps for 002 and 003 buy it now $250.00 pretty cheap no...
  19. jbk

    Old Generator Identification

    looks like mb series 60s vintage the motor is hercules dd198 earleir version of this engine design that stayed with the mep-004. motor parts shoudnt be hard to find, but everything else will be tough. theirs kind of a following over at smokestack for these. delks may have parts. dont know...
  20. jbk

    Spin on fuel filter for MEP-802A

    the baldwin bf-1226 has a fluid drain, dont think it would work as an oil filter. sorry pic. not to good
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