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  1. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    She is running!!!!!! :lol: JBK you were right, the fitting under the TEE was pluged solid with gunk. it cost me $7.46 for a new TEE and a close nipple to connect it to the IP. I did find a leaking return in the cylinder closest to the radiator. i will pick up a net TEE tomorrow since the...
  2. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    ok i will go try that. it is located at a storage lot about a mile from my apartment and will try it after dinner.
  3. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    I also replaced the final fuel filter. good news is it matches the deuce filter. when i took the can off the gasket was all mangled. i put a new element in and a new gasket on but it did not change anything.
  4. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    It does have voltage to the solenoid. jbk: do you have more details on this glass ball? where it it located? Thanks Rob
  5. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    Is the solenoid on the injector pump a powered open solenoid? Could i put 24 volts from the battery to the solenoid and check it to see if it will keep running?
  6. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    I will check all those fittings as well. I have great oil pressure, it comes up on the short runs.
  7. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    Update: Today, i took off the injector lines and they were clear. I reinstalled them and bled them. I checked the filters. checked all the fittings. I then started it and it ran for about 30 seconds and sounded great. Then it stopped. i tried to restart it and it will run for 5 seconds at a...
  8. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    i did give it a shot of ether and it ran for a few seconds then died. i will check the filters. they don't leak and i get good fuel out of the drain ports on the bottom. i cracked open the fuel line at the IP and had good flow their as well.
  9. 212sparky

    mep-004a starting issue

    I purchased an MEP-004a on Dec 29 2011. It started up after about 10 seconds of cranking. to previous owner had not used it that often and from time to time he said it was stubborn to get started. I went to start it today after putting brand new batteries and all it does is crank. i am getting...
  10. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    Has anybody had an issue with the ULSD fuel not lubing the pump enough?
  11. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    that is a sweet trailer! i am not sure where to get the military connections. I will be getting all set up with civil connections. I may be able to come up with an adapter if you don't have the civil connectors for it.
  12. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    Sweet, I can't wait to see this rig of yours! i have some shopping to do at work to get all my power panels and cabling to make this thing how i want it. what are your power demands going to be so i can have a receptacle for you to connect to.
  13. 212sparky

    How High of a Garage door?

    :funny:
  14. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    LOL, thanks, I am not sure what to do with a full stove. I hope to be there on the first day and be near the shelter and get the gen set and lighting set up and the projector for movie night as well.
  15. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    it is diesel and non multi fuel :-( Yes it will be coming to haspin. are we still up for the one in Anderson? Now i will have an air conditioned tent at haspin if needed :razz:. I do need an air tank for the brake system. it rusted out and has been removed.
  16. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    sweet!!!!! thanks :beer:
  17. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    in the first picture i am pointing to the lever in question (post 1) should this be lock wired in a certain position?
  18. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    It is on the M200a chassis. i saw the 4 bolts just not sure what would come out. Time for some more TM reading.
  19. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    I have a cable stripping machine that pulls 4 KW plus its support equipment. i can always plug in a heater or two that i have :)
  20. 212sparky

    the proud owner of a MEP-004a.

    also, the landing gear is broken. the crank handle spins and can be pulled out. is this a common problem?
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