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  1. Keith_J

    MEP-002A and MEP-003A Replacement Oil Pressure Switch

    Found the issue. The problem is the engine stop solenoid (governor solenoid, K5 per the TM. Most here are familiar with inrush current on motor starting. On solenoids running direct current, inrush is an issue but limited by the resistance of the wiring supplying the current. The same...
  2. Keith_J

    MEP-002A and MEP-003A Replacement Oil Pressure Switch

    I tried to get the switch to work by pulling a vacuum on the outer port so I pulled it. Had to use curved jaw Vise Grip locking pliers on the body to get it off while holding onto the 45 degree ell with an open end wrench. I applied around 100 PSI of air to it, only sporadic continuity on my...
  3. Keith_J

    MEP-002A and MEP-003A Replacement Oil Pressure Switch

    This switch is inoperative on my 002A. Took me an hour to trace it all down since I was working alone. The rubber cap over the atmospheric port was askew but removing, cleaning and replacing didn't help. I've eliminated it from the system since I cannot get the old one off without fear of...
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