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  1. DieselAddict

    Keith's M1078A1 Project Overland

    Mind blowinigly impressive.
  2. DieselAddict

    MEP-831 A overload problems

    What parts do you need?
  3. DieselAddict

    Bought new LED Head Lights to put on?

    Which model light is it? Was there any fitment issues?
  4. DieselAddict

    MEP-802 starting issue

    OK, 1 makes sense with just one cylinder firing. Wanted to make sure you weren't idling the set down. It sounds like you are loosing prime in the line between the injection pump and the injector. Since you say there is no external leak it has to leak back into the cylinder or back into the...
  5. DieselAddict

    MEP-831 A overload problems

    I suggest loading it up progressively with resistive loads to see exactly where it trips. That will be important information. With the 831 load is measured by the inverter. There is no external trip unit like there is on the non-inverter generators. If its tripping out on overload its because...
  6. DieselAddict

    MEP-802 starting issue

    Couple of things, First - What do you mean by starting speed? Are you saying you close the "throttle" and idle the unit when you shut down? Second - Initial gut feeling based on your description would be an injector issue. One way to test the theory is to swap injector locations and see if...
  7. DieselAddict

    MEP-831 A overload problems

    I would say a likely issue if the true problem is with the AC is the capacitor on the compressor. Those age over time and will cause the start event to take longer and use more energy. If the AC is over 5 years old its not a bad idea to replace it anyway. It can help make the compressor last...
  8. DieselAddict

    MEP-831 A overload problems

    Can you shoot a short video of the gauge panel of the generator when the problem occurs?
  9. DieselAddict

    How important are MIL-SPEC gauges to you?

    I for one will source a product that works reliably regardless of it being mil-spec. Thankfully I'm rarely in a situation that puts me at risk of being shot at so I don't mind saving some $$ for accessible components.
  10. DieselAddict

    MEP-803A vs. MEP 1040

    Before pulling the trigger on an unknown unit at an auction I would suggest looking at the cost of new civilian machines. If you are considering buying a MEP1040 you might be surprised that you can buy a NEW civilian unit of the same wattage for similar or even less $$$. It won't have some of...
  11. DieselAddict

    Big, Scary Truck

    I thought Portlandia was a pretty funny show till I spent 2 years in Portland working on a project. I then understood it was a documentary. o_O
  12. DieselAddict

    Stupid Question about Highway Gears??

    I'm certainly not buying at those prices. No worries there. I won't denounce capitalism BUT I will have harsh words for faux capitalism. Small markets, closed markets, and monopolistic markets can LOOK like capitalism but not truly be capitalistic due to them not being fair and open with...
  13. DieselAddict

    A0 vs A1 Air/Hydraulic Pump

    Yea, I saw that too. I'll be looking at alternatives but for the first one I coughed up the $150 to get it.
  14. DieselAddict

    A0 vs A1 Air/Hydraulic Pump

    That looks like the same kit I bought to rebuld one. I will be giving it a go this weekend.
  15. DieselAddict

    Stupid Question about Highway Gears??

    That is why I posted the info for the fuel lines in another post. I'm all about making a few bucks. What I have problem with is gouging or otherwise taking advantage of a situation. JIC and AN fittings are compatible with each other and since AN is a commodity item its not expensive. Paying...
  16. DieselAddict

    Stupid Question about Highway Gears??

    Couldn't agree more.
  17. DieselAddict

    Stupid Question about Highway Gears??

    Why are ring and pinion sets for these axles thousands of dollars each? Are there any tricks to getting a set of highway gears without breaking the bank?
  18. DieselAddict

    Replacement Fuel Line

    The connectors were $6 each and 25’ of hose was $81. The coil of hose is enough to make 3 fuel lines. so about $35 for the one. All the parts were from Summit Racing. edit - technically you should be able to make 4-5 from the hose since the original is 58” long but replacing the line exactly is...
  19. DieselAddict

    Replacement Fuel Line

    A reasonably priced alternative to JIC fuel hoses is to make up your own with -6 hose and fittings. Ordered some braided fuel hose and some AN6 fittings. Everything went together easily and it works perfectly.
  20. DieselAddict

    MEP-002a Starter trys to engage but wont turn over

    Might be stuck brushes In the starter or a bad starter solenoid. Does the starter spin if you connedpct it directly to battery power?
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