Crazy prices?

[devilphrog]

Are MEP-8XX prices still going for crazy prices ? I just saw this on Facebook, and on top of it all, it's a 400HZ unit, and not advertised as such. $10k? You could buy a new, computer controlled genset for that kind of money. Nothing against the guy selling it, if he gets it good on him, but wow!

 

[jaxbill]

I've seen some crazy prices but still some very reasonable prices out there. I think some people are just trying to make a buck before hurricane season. He might even get someone to buy that 400Hz unit with the buyer not even understanding the distinction.

 

[impi]

That specific unit is going on auction tommorow only - I think the lister is trying to see if he can get a buyer before he bids for it on the auction - obviously hasn't been paying attention to the frequency. There's a number of 813's going up for auction on 4/25 on govplanet. Starting bid is $3k. They're all fairly low hours.

 

[devilphrog]

Makes sense, but I'm in awe at the asking price... These things were like $12k new to Uncle Sam if I'm not mistaken?


Oh well, to each his own.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Not that the rules matter or anything, links to auctions that are not closed, are not allowed here on SS.

 

[impi]

My apologies - link removed.

Not that the rules matter or anything, links to auctions that are not closed, are not allowed here on SS.

 

[Karl kostman]

Everybody has HOPE! I looked at a 939 series wrecker in Montana a guy had for sale so I went in to ask about it thinking it would be in the 10K price range and the fellow wanted 68K because the govt had only 1200 of them built and there were only a handful left, collectors items for sure!!!
KK

 

[Guyfang]

Are MEP-8XX prices still going for crazy prices ? I just saw this on Facebook, and on top of it all, it's a 400HZ unit, and not advertised as such. $10k? You could buy a new, computer controlled genset for that kind of money. Nothing against the guy selling it, if he gets it good on him, but wow!


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Yeah, well, I got something against him. He is purposely hiding the truth to unload a gen set he can't use. And if you read what the guy wrote, he claims that all you have to do is reduce the hertz so you can use the set for house or shop. And that is a lie. No, I got a problem with that, big time.

 

[Light in the Dark]

Once a liar, always a liar. Lying by deception is the worst, but very common. Take your stupid purchase like a man, and deal with it. Let it be a lesson to you.

 

[Light in the Dark]

There was a guy local to me pulling the same thing. 'Turn the hertz down to 15% and you are can run a home... or so I read somewhere'. Uh huh.

 

[CapePrep]

There was also and 813 local to me that someone was selling on CL. The description was similar to the above. I emailed the seller(who I am pretty sure is on here now) and explained the situation to him. I told him if he didn't change the description I would flag the ad and make it inoperable. He did change the description, but still a tad misleading. There is something to be said for due diligence, but still honesty is the best policy. I also heard that a bunch of these 8X3's are heading to Puerto Rico to deal with their disaster. Hence some high prices.

 

[Light in the Dark]

I spoke at length via text with that person, CapePrep...

 

[Guyfang]

The easyest way to spot this type of fraud, and that's what it is, fraud, is that you do not see the 120 volt outlet. Dead give away.

 

[devilphrog]

I'm a pretty big proponent of doing research on the front end, especially after being burned in the past regarding purchases (Caveat Emptor, etc). I would surmise that the community of people willing to jump into the military generator market are those who do research on what they are getting into - hence the existence of this forum of the SS site. I do believe seller should be up front as well on what they have. Realistically, the guy probably should advertise the unit as 400Hz that can't be used for anything except starting an aircraft or 10kw resistive load, and it is best suited as a part out, despite only having 7 hours on it.

 

[Daybreak]

Howdy,

What you are seeing..... is someone who does not know what they bought.

If you look at the MEP-813A units which have sold in the past. They did not read what it was. A 400Hz unit. They are now trying to sell it, and recoup some of there money.

https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?172609-MEP-813A-10kw-400Hz-generator

A MEP-813A should be considered a great parts machine only.

 

[impi]

So the unit would run at 270rpm - heck that should give great fuel efficiency.....

There was a guy local to me pulling the same thing. 'Turn the hertz down to 15% and you are can run a home... or so I read somewhere'. Uh huh.

 

[Light in the Dark]

So the unit would run at 270rpm - heck that should give great fuel efficiency.....

Indeed. A shame this machine can't even be run down like the seller suggested: http://www.lister-petter.com/p/power-water-solutions/4/lp-range/1/engines/16/lpw4

 

[jamawieb]

There was a guy local to me pulling the same thing. 'Turn the hertz down to 15% and you are can run a home... or so I read somewhere'. Uh huh.

Someone had that on Ebay too!!

Look around and you'll find good prices. I.E. I've got a 345 hour unit for sale on CL for $3900 right now. I try to make $500 on each unit so I don't try to make big hits on one unit like some people do. I'm like Wal-Mart, sell a bunch at a lower profit. LOL!

 

[Ray70]

Hey LITD.... funny, I recently responded ( nicely ) to the one you are talking about who says you can turn the frequency down 15% and run a building... tried to explain it to him nicely and he responds " keep reading below, I mention using an inverter " After looking again, he has 2 postings and one says use an inverter and the other does not... Problem is, won't an inverter capable of handling 15Kw end up costing more than the gen. itself??

 

[DieselAddict]

Um.. Yea, and its not that simple either (just add an inverter). That person is setting people up for some butt hurt.