MEP-004/005 Civilian Fuel Filter Conversion

[hrbergeron]

On my latest surplus generator the county completely redid the fuel filter system. I've attached pictures. Posting this for reference if someone wants to do it to theirs. It is on a MEP-004.

 

[2Pbfeet]

Thanks for sharing!

Gotta love zip tying a spare fuse to the same fuel line the fuse holder is zip tied to.

I do like the idiot light for power at the fuel pump.

All the best,

2Pbfeet

 

[Guyfang]

Need some run time to see if its up to the job. But it is a good idea.

 

[Toolslinger]

Not knowing the original...
It's neatish on a quick look... +1
I do like the idiot light +1
When you need that fuse, you're going to be pissed at the zip tie -1 Use a twisted wire if you're going to do that. No tools needed.
Why, or why would you hide a filter that needs to be serviced behind the fuel lines without some extra room to work? -2

 

[Ray70]

Some good ideas in play there...
For informational purposes, the spin on filter bases I make will also fit on an 004/005, without any adapter plates etc.
These machines use the same Fram housing, just a longer canister and longer filter cartridge thank the 002/003.

Mep-002A 003A 004A 005A Drop in Spin on Fuel filter adapter

Last week I mentioned developing an easy to use spin-on fuel filter adapter for use rather than the the WIX 24470 Here is a look at the first production parts off the CNC machine and mounted on my 002A for your viewing pleasure. These adapters drop right in place of the original Fram canister...

www.steelsoldiers.com

 

[hrbergeron]

Need some run time to see if its up to the job. But it is a good idea.

Ran fine under load and they didn't use the cheapest available components. They did change the wiring to where it is always on when "RUN" is on, instead of stock where it's only on while the genset is running or you have battle short on. They deleted the stock 2nd fuel pump for auxiliary fuel input.

Some good ideas in play there...

Your spin on filter mod is a great idea. I don't personally use any of the older MEP 00X series anymore, I just service and sell them otherwise I'd use this on mine. I have a stash of the old style cartridge filters on hand that is more convenient/economical for my purposes. Personally I have a Generac for the house and 2 MEP-804B for my shops...

When you need that fuse, you're going to be pissed at the zip tie -1 Use a twisted wire if you're going to do that. No tools needed.
Why, or why would you hide a filter that needs to be serviced behind the fuel lines without some extra room to work? -2

Again I did not install this, the county paid some company to create this. Personally I'm impressed because about 99% of the modifications I get on surplus equipment in general are jury-rigged and not working/ready to fail. Some thought was put into this one. With how much the MEP-004 generators vibrate a zip tie for the fuse is probably more secure and getting a wire cutter/knife isn't a big deal.