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Just went thru the pictures again and actually that control box looks like it could also be a Paralleling unit (allow two or more units to sync up and share a load that is greater than a single gen could service)
The larger units (MEP-804A/B and up) actually have this ability built in and then...
Other than that it looks like you actually got it for a decent price all things considered. Usually they aren't to hard to getting running and it looks like a pretty clean unit so I would bet it's going to be something fairly simple to get it running. (could be as simple as needing fuel and...
That "control panel" that is mounted on the trailer next to the Gen set looks to be what is commonly known as a breakout/spider box there should be like two connections on the backside where other power cables connect that feed breaker panels.
For the chain hoist hit your local Harbor freight and they have a 1 ton model (10 foot working distance) for 54.99 everyday but check your flyers as it is quite often found for under 40 bucks. They also have a 16 foot working distance 1 ton model for like 69 bucks every day and then they have...
If your motor was rebuilt/Overhauled you should find a tag such as this:
If the transmission is replaced/rebuilt it too should have a tag showing when it was done.