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  1. 155mm

    MEP-805B no power to fuel pump = won’t start

    It doesnt matter, the conputer is just looking for the number of on-off cycles per second. The mpu is the reason these newer jenny’s are so much nicer. The computer controls the throttle, and when you set the hertz, the computer doesnt see 60 hertz, it sees 600,000 on off’s from the mpu, so...
  2. 155mm

    MEP-805B no power to fuel pump = won’t start

    Any semi truck parts house has mpu that fits, tell them rtlo18918b transmission speed sensor in a kenworth not Peterbilt
  3. 155mm

    804A Fuel Return Question

    I had to replace an ip, and i installed the actuator incorrectly, that was the same issue i had, have you checked your magnetic pickup
  4. 155mm

    804A Fuel Return Question

    Sounds like actuator is installed incorrectly, that part is a pita to install correct. also dont forget to refill the oil in the back of the injector pump under the actuator
  5. 155mm

    Converting 416v output to 480v output

    I remember a few years ago, line power was labeled 110v, 220v and 440v. I dont know when or what standard changed it to 120, 240 and 480
  6. 155mm

    Converting 416v output to 480v output

    This test was performed on an 805b, only able to get 460v before over voltage safety kicked in, single line voltage will be the kicker trying to get the 460v, single line was 265v, normal is 240v
  7. 155mm

    Steel Soldiers giveaway sponsored by SECO

    In, renewed membership also
  8. 155mm

    MEP 805B display problem found.

    I only loan the tool, its a $300 dollar deposit, the deposit minus actual shipping costs, gets refunded when the tool is returned undamaged.
  9. 155mm

    MEP 805B display problem found.

    The video shows with contrast full light. Does that what you mean by in the sun too long? now the bubble is a physical fault so only way to fix that is maybe pull one of the layers or replace the screen
  10. 155mm

    MEP 805B display problem found.

    Color or monochrome? here is the video of the tool at work
  11. 155mm

    MEP 805B display problem found.

    @TheAlfredo, are you asking if the display is repaired or if the bright/dark tool got built? answers are yes and yes
  12. 155mm

    Choctaw H140 - no ignition arc

    You can turn it on with the top off, but no air will go around the heat exchanger if you try to start heater.
  13. 155mm

    Choctaw H140 - no ignition arc

    If I remember correctly, there is a burner chamber fan that forces air into the burner, remove top and inspect fan to burner duct
  14. 155mm

    MEP-804A VOLTAGE REGULATION CIRCUIT QUESTION.

    Is there supposed to be a comment, complaint or criticism with the previous post, or am I missing something
  15. 155mm

    MEP-804B Governor control actuator problems

    Screw magnetic pickup (4, Figure 4-30) into flywheel housing until pickup bottoms out on flywheel. Back magnetic pickup out 1 1/2 turns. Tighten locknut (5). Adjust magnetic pickup (4), 4.13.3.d. Set multimeter for VAC, and connect multimeter positive lead to terminal B of P13 and negative...
  16. 155mm

    MEP806B No Start - MPU

    Just a side question, when you bypassed everything and ran the set with 24v going to governor, what hertz was it running? 60 hertz? the governor controls the hertz, by adjusting the speed of the motor even if only by 20-30 rpm, thats why these machines are so hertz stable. After you answer, i...
  17. 155mm

    MEP806B No Start - MPU

    Another problem i had with a no start was the connector for the 2 governor wires, if there is a doubt just hack off the old plastic connector and use covered spade connectors
  18. 155mm

    MEP806B No Start - MPU

    so this thread was my red headed step child, a little bit of everything was wrong with it. https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/2-mep-805b-oh-the-joys.164332/
  19. 155mm

    MEP-804B wont start without Starting spray

    Yup, glowplugs and the ether bunny dont play well together Have you tested the glow plugs with a multimeter to verify they are not burned out? mine requires a preheat at anything below 50*F for a smooth start
  20. 155mm

    MEP 806B Troubleshooting

    Read thru this problem child i had https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/2-mep-805b-oh-the-joys.164332/page-3
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