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  1. Glockfan

    best diesel motor oil for a MEP-802A ? Climate range 10 to 80 degrees

    +1 for Rotella T. I use it in my 803...
  2. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    After having the ground loop explained, I may disconnect the ground rod at the genset. The county inspector didn't indicate that this was necessary but it just makes sense. I never imagined that the scenario would exist but it's feasible. Our county now requires two ground rods. By me adding the...
  3. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    I have a question for tim292stro and others that care to chime in... Does my fuel/water seperator on my aux tank appear to be large enough (sufficent)or should I opt for a more elaborate prefilteration system? I like the idea of filtering the breather. Which filter should I use? Is there a...
  4. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    You know I thought about covering it but figured the box would normally be riding around in the back of a truck exposed to the elements. I could build a shed over it. I'll have to think about that. I will install a filter on the breather. Any suggestions as to which one to use?
  5. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    i have a Fluke 43B to verify voltage and the frequency. My contingency plan for batteries is to use my 24v charger which is capable of starting the generator from the slave receptacle but I hope my optima batteries last awhile... and to power my charger/jump starter in a power outage, I'd have...
  6. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    I've got all the filters, a starter, an alternator, two serpentine belts, fuel pumps (primary and aux), an injector pump and a few relays and the voltage regulator. I know there is something I'm missing...
  7. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    Now that my "project" is nearing the end and I can no longer meddle with the installation to occupy my spare time, I have started collecting parts that I may need if I ever have trouble with the 803. Do any of you guys know of any "must have" parts that are prone to failure? My thoughts are to...
  8. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    My rain cap rattles at the pivot point where the bolt holds the flapper. It would be great if I could reengineer that to eliminate the rattle. I have went through great lengths to remove things that rattle like the door stops and other things not necessary, add dynamat to the inside of the...
  9. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    Just a progress update to let you guys know how my MEP-803A is running in its current configuration... I try to make it a point to start my generator up weekly and let it run just long enough to open the thermostat and come up to operating tempreture. This usually means that most weeks, it...
  10. Glockfan

    MEP-802a/803a Fuel Filter canister replacement

    Glad you are fixed up...
  11. Glockfan

    Calling all MEP-803A mechanics

    My thoughts exactly... A pretty good analogy using the Corvettes.
  12. Glockfan

    Calling all MEP-803A mechanics

    The 802's are becoming affordable. As these units are lifecycled out of service, parts and availability will increase. Cost will come down. I may be able to help you with parts. PM me.
  13. Glockfan

    Reset at Letterkenny...?

    Tom, I have a spare control panel for a 903 and a few odds and ends, if you need any parts PM me.
  14. Glockfan

    Gensets at auction with oil filter and radiator hoses pulled? WTF?

    After 22 years working with this stuff, nothing surprises me. I typically tell folks to leave fluids intact if their vehicle moves under its own power or if a genset will start, whatever the case may be. My customers (y'all) usually appreciate it.
  15. Glockfan

    MEP-802a/803a Fuel Filter canister replacement

    Do you still need the assembly? I've got a spare I may part with...
  16. Glockfan

    Calling all MEP-803A mechanics

    It kills me to hear folks who have no clue giving advice to run away from the TQG's. Let me guess, find an air cooled unit made in the early 80's right? I have had PERSONAL experience with these sets running in the most austere conditions on the planet and watched them produce clean power for...
  17. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    IIRC the 804A is significantly different. I believe this is a 15KW unit powered by an Isuzu diesel. I may be wrong. Only the 802's and 803's are powered by the Onan branded Lister Petter engine and share many of the same parts and design. I'll try to find out some info about the 804 if you need it.
  18. Glockfan

    Connected my MEP-803A the proper way as my home standby generator... Install pics...

    Kevin, there is no special rewire required to use the MEP-802/803 in three phase or single phase. There is a selector switch located inside the control panel which allows you to select 208v 3 phase, 120/240v single phase or just 120v single phase. You only then need to select the proper position...
  19. Glockfan

    MEP-802A and MEP-803A fuel consumption

    As nice as they are, I'm led to concur with DieselAddict with his $4k value assessment. If they were 10k units in that condition, they may be worth $6k but even then, you have to find that special buyer who appreciates these sets for what they are. Most common folks have no idea of why two pole...
  20. Glockfan

    MEP-802A and MEP-803A fuel consumption

    Mine has spin on filters and none of my sheet metal is steel. Perhaps you need an 802/803 to make a proper comparison and not compare the statement I quoted to a 30-year old set...
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