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  1. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    Thanks guys, the lights are 1,000watt metal hallide bulbs as called for in the TM. Is this what you mean by load factor? Help me on the float, when I took apart the carb (4 screws) there was a round hard off white or yellowed plastic "donut" shaped part that had clearance around its sides...
  2. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    Follow up, more fresh gas, I took the fuel filter apart and the screen was spotless. I then took the carb off and took it apart expecting to see some gunk. The carb was clean. Put it back together and followed the TM for adjusting and started it. The engine runs real strong and guages are...
  3. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    Does anyone have a copy of TM 5-2805-203 manual for engines. I don' t see it in the reference section. Not sure which is the main jet on the carb. I see a screw and a T handle. Thanks
  4. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    I'll read the TM and try the carb tomorrow.
  5. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    Ran the generator today and adjusted the speed adjustment screw and governor spring adjustment. I pegged the frequency gage right on 60Hz and it appeared the governor was working. Then fired up one light then the next. All looked good no flickers in the lights and the guages were where they...
  6. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    I attached a couple of pictures of the top of the engine, I'll run up the engine with two lights this morning to see what happens and post. What does WOT mean? Also, I've read the technical manual and see it say's set to govern. On the metal tab next to the govern knob I see it says "start"...
  7. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    While the volts appear steady at first, as the Hz drop and the load meter starts to rise, the volts start to drop down to about 100 where it stays. I've turned up the variable resistor but that doesn't seem to do anything. Regarding the battery, I took two 12v motor cycle batteries put them...
  8. WWIILBird

    MEP-16A Output problem

    I'm having issues with power output and looking for advice. I recently purchased my generator which starts right up and runs great (new carb, plugs, etc). After I let it warm up a bit and I get it settled on 60Hz and volts where they should be (gen is mounted on a light tower trailer) I turn on...
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