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[RJM27]

Is there a prefered mfg. on GENSET. Looking to purchase mep002 or 3. Any noticable difference or things to look for when bidding. As always, THANKS for the help. Bob

 

[Isaac-1]

As far as I know all MEP-002 and 003's are built with Onan engines and Libby Welding generator ends. The ASK versions with the sound suppressing housings are often preferred, there are also various trailer mounted versions (laundry trailer, machine shop trailer, dual / single generator trailers, etc.), some of these seem to have special wiring modifications. Things to watch out for, make sure all parts are there, many are missing ground rods, batteries, etc. look out for the hour meters many will have been changed and show very low hours (these tend to be mounted with shiny new screws)

 

[Speddmon]

To the best of my knowledge, there were a few different manufacturers, but Libby Welding is by far the most common. Manufacturer doesn't make much difference, all of the engines are Onan engines and the rest was build to the contract specs using the same parts so they should all be theoretically the same.

 

[RJM27]

Thaks for the info, will be bidding soon, will post when purchased, then I'm sure I'll have plenty of questions.
Bob.