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  1. rustystud

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

    Actually the closer you are to 100% the better. Diesel engines perform better when they are running at their factory designed peak for ultimate performance and economy.
  2. rustystud

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

    No kidding ! I found a mouse nest in my Subaru's manifold yesterday and we drive this thing everyday ! My wife had complained about some engine noise so I took a look. Found a bunch of twigs and leafs and rags and other stuff wedged in there. For some reason this year is really bad with all the...
  3. rustystud

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

    Actually I drain my oil every year also. Just knowing that with synthetic oils I don't need too is just extra insurance for me.
  4. rustystud

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

    Totally agree with you about the engine oils, especially the synthetics. I was still in the Marines in the early 1980's and they also went crazy with testing the oil. We also would replace the engine oil even if the truck had not moved for a year ! I remember arguing with this Gunnery Sargeant...
  5. rustystud

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

    Tim that's assuming the inspectors are actually looking out for you. I have come across inspectors that are basically on the take and if you don't grease their palms you will get hit with every little stupid nit-picking regulation they can find. I had to actually remove a whole stair case...
  6. rustystud

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

    You would be surprised at what the military is capable of doing ! Or not doing !
  7. rustystud

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

    I've been using "Pri D" for years ( "Pri G" for gasoline ). It is the best product on the market today. The only problem with "Pri ocide" is you have to buy it in 55 gallon drums ! They stopped selling it in quarts about 2 years ago. So I'm using "Bio-cide" brand now for algae growth.
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