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    MEP-804A 24V Alternator no output and RPM Dropouts While Running

    Very cool!! https://www.preservewhiteshoal.org/
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    MEP-804A 24V Alternator no output and RPM Dropouts While Running

    I'm curious: is your project at Stannard Rock, MI?
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    MEP-804A 24V Alternator no output and RPM Dropouts While Running

    From Army TM 9 - 6 1 1 5 - 6 4 3 - 1 0. TMs for 804A here: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?148936-All-the-TM-s-you-need-to-work-on-the-MEP-804A Battery Charging Alternator: Manufacturer Hitachi Model LR220-24 Rating 20 amps at 24 VDC Protective Fuse 30 amps $82 to $103 from a...
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    cable access boot mep 802A

    https://www.parttarget.com/2920-01-388-2776_2920013882776_88-20218.html/-f01822c6-e331-48a7-ad6b-dbff02fa119d?searchtext=88-20218&searchoption=sku&originalsearchtext=88-20218 It's 66" long x 3.88" wide. This might be how the canvas sleeve is manufactured.
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    cable access boot mep 802A

    I just pulled my 802A out of an oak woods on some Virginia property I own: it had been there untouched for a year except for a 1 hour run in November. I attach 4/C 6AWG SOOW cable to the lugs through the 'sock'. I drill a hole through a plastic disc or a ceiling light box...
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    MEP-831a no crank and oil pressure light is on

    May need to do some reading.......https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?155865-Manuals-for-the-MEP-831A
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    Integrating noco gen2m into MEP-802A

    Light in the Dark - I think you posted a nice recharging setup awhile back, but I cannot find it. Please point us to it if it has proven itself out.
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    generator cable

    Your cable is listed here as 3 conductor - 2 ea 4 AWG and 1 ea 6 AWG: https://www.surplussales.com/Wire-Cable/cablereel.html This ampacity chart limits the 4 AWG stranded to 95 amps (assume THHN) https://www.cerrowire.com/products/resources/tables-calculators/ampacity-charts/ Set on 120 volts...
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    M116A3 Fix-up & Conversion Thread

    Tinstar: do you recall anyone trying this shock?? Titan shock: https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories.../T1242600.html . It's an actual trailer dampener shock, extend/collapse dimensions look good, but the bolt connections are not cushioned and are oversized when compared to the 7/16" of...
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    Integrating noco gen2m into MEP-802A

    I followed Daybreak's suggestion here: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?139648-24v-charging-thru-slave-port Has worked well for me when charging batteries. I exercise my 803A every 3 months with a 2 hour test run and haven't really needed to charge batteries between runs.
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    Time to stock up on filters

    Compare to Rockauto for small orders before you buy. I bought 4 each Wix 51374 oil filters from Rockauto yesterday for $26.77 (includes VA sales tax). Same order from Fleet shows as $31.64 today. Difference is cost of shipping: RA 5.99 vs FF 13.99. I suspect the sweet spot for FleetFilter...
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    MEP 803A Surging, Not holding frequency

    I did not see a grounding rod or cable. The TM shows how to and why grounding is an important safety protocol.
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    Trailer lighting and lamps help please

    Agree: I took a look at factory bobtail tractor lights (https://www.pinterest.com/pin/397020523371454116 ) and most only have 2 red, 1 backup light. 4 big red tail lights would be super.
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    Gen Set 24vdc alternator help wanted

    Thought I'd try and learn something this morning, but I have trouble with electrical diagrams. That said....... Guyfang has posted the electrical diagrams for this machine here: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=683082&d=1496396655 On page 5/6 in the lower right...
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    MEP 803A Surging, Not holding frequency

    Need a cover on that exhaust pipe before it rains. Cube or cylindrical fuel pump? Have you changed fuel filters and cleaned out the tank? I suggest you review posts 2,3,6, and 9. Then get your parts list together here...
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    Trailer lighting and lamps help please

    WOW!!! They look like traffic lights!!! Will be NO excuse for rear ending your rig!!! I like 'em!! Here's the M1101 Wiring Diagram. With all the low illumination blackout lights on those trailers there are plenty of wires to make into a Backup Light circuit unless you are going to be using...
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    Oil pressure gauge fluctuations normal? Video.

    I notice small needle movements in gauges when I energize the gauge lights on my MEP803A. My fuel gauge jiggles a wee bit during running, but is getting better....I suspect a ground problem but have not been able to correct it. You might want to check you ground connections. I suggest you...
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    MEP 803A Surging, Not holding frequency

    Conatus has an 803 that seemed to be starved for fuel before he wired it up to the 10Kw heater.
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    Trailer lighting and lamps help please

    More info on wiring is in the trailer TM 9-2330-392-14&P Diagram 4-19.2 for the M1101/1102 series. Here's a sheet I put together to help me......
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    Trailer lighting and lamps help please

    Sorta depends on your situation. I've got several generator trailers and an M1101 that I ONLY pull with an F250: I, sadly, do not own any big green trucks. I pull the military cords off and install a civilian RV 7 blade connector using the military Terminal-Type Cable Connectors. You can...
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