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For those not using their generators in permanent wiring hookups, how do you manage your cables? Any tips for good ways to fasten connectors to reels? For those of you deployed with generator experience who must have done this more than a few times, any tips from the field? Is there a TM that...

I have never seen a surge protector on a generator. Common surge protectors don't start kicking in until plus or minus several hundred volts to ground. UL listed versions are rated with clamping voltages at 330, 400, 500, and 600V. They are really there to limit damage due to gross voltage...

Well, I would be reluctant to do it unless it were an all out emergency. Diesels that get overfueled are prone to runaway and catastrophic failure. For that and a few other reasons, I would have a plan to shut yours down if the worst happens. All the best, 2Pbfeet

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Most new panels do the every other breaker up/down version, as it enables the wiring of wiring 240V circuits with a pair of breakers tied together. I have seen old panels that did left right, but then you had less than desirable outcomes like a fuse blowing on one of the two hots, but not the...

True, but... This convention has never been my favorite. Many countries, e.g. the British, have single phase 240V (220-240V, one hot, one grounded conductor). In the US, we have two 120 hots, equally out of phase with each other (180 degrees out of phase), yet we call that "single phase"...

I would interpret the "fuel content" as "non-motor oil content", in your case residual ATF. Given the low viscosities, and low zinc, I think that is also consistent. If it were me, I would change the oil now. I think that nothing good comes of having oil that is too thin or too thick. All the...

Yes, I am aware of that, thanks. I am looking for a suitable wye/zigzag to delta transformer. Delta wiring and devices aren't that common around here. All the best, 2Pbfeet

In the FWIW category... For backup here, I need both single phase 120/240, and 240 three phase (Delta). My most likely use cases for the MEP-803A are going to be cold, wet, and windy. With wet and windy in mind, I went with IEC type pin and sleeve connections 60309 type connectors that are...

The price seems about right to me. Here are the folks who bought out the remainder of the factory, and have some inventory of Hercules parts; http://www.herculesmanufacturing.com/hercules-parts All the best, 2Pbfeet

Getting it moving is great! Usually for me, I find the first part of a pull to be the worst. Good luck with the big brother puller. All the best, 2Pbfeet

That is one interesting looking unit. It is 30kW, and lists only 3 phase. Is that useful to you? As a diesel mechanic, you know that diesels don't thrive in low power output environments. In my book, an engine driven item with no knowledge of whether the engine runs is scrap pricing, less the...

Sounds like a good source of information! All the best, 2Pbfeet

Please don't rely on ChatGPT for knowledge or math. It messes up regularly. If you want a love letter to a girlfriend: go for it. You have two 120V supplies. (With 240 between them, but that is not relevant.) Your gauges are showing you what you need, and the math is simple. Gauge 1 120V and...

Yes, yes, you are right. Brain fart on my part. What is stupid is misquoting someone, especial Einstein. You definitely called the tenacious part. I will call the insanity part on me as well. I hope that you are enjoying Oktoberfest! All the best, 2Pbfeet

(y)(y) I think local supply and demand seems quite variable across the country. I have never seen a "not running" unit within a couple hour drive of here. Almost the only MEPs that I see for sale locally are either out of state ads, and for wonderful prices...if you are the seller, like several...

Yes, you want 1/8". I used stainless, and put a layer of high temperature, UV rated foam under the edges. All tied on with some stainless lock wire. FWIW:

Other than the erratic behavior (which I think could certainly be an air leak) do you have a reason to suspect an air leak? Are you seeing any bubbles in the return line at the tank? Normally, in my limited experience, a diesel sucking air will be very erratic, so running well for 15 minutes...

If you insulate the pipe, it helps keep carbon and gunk from depositing in the pipe, but doesn't eliminate it entirely. The corrugating in the flex pipe are just naturally good at having nooks and crannies that deposits get into. For long term use, I would try to use smooth pipe as much as...

I think that the various cleaners are about the same, but, yes go for your favorite. The filter worth is not going to get very far. It will get pumped towards the injection pumps, and the cleaner that isn't injected bypasses towards the fuel tank. After you let it sit overnight, you can prime it...