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    12 Volt to 24 Volt step up power supply question

    NewMar specializes in this. They are a commercial duty option so expect to spend $400-800 depending on the size of power supply you purchase. https://www.newmarpower.com/ Furuno has similar products. Check Mouser if you know more about what you need...
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    Best sealant/glue for ducting

    Avoid silicones as they'll make it impossible for the correct bond to be made after the silicone fails.
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    Best sealant/glue for ducting

    Epoxies bond well to ABS. I would consider using some fiberglass tape to fill the gap and using an epoxy resin such as West System, available at your local boat hardware store. If you can close the seam use an adhesive polyurethane sealant. 3M 5200 is a favorite but not UV resistant. Your local...
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    M1009 Fuel lift pump to fuel filter hard line replacement

    J30R9 is good. It has a Viton tube with chlorinated polyethylene cover. The R10 hose has a Viton cover. CPE is often used for electrical wire insulation and has good durability under hood.
  5. 8

    803a fuel rack sticking problems, are there options before pulling the covers off?

    Methanol (Heet at your local auto parts store) can free up stuck plungers and racks on installed injectors. Pour it all over anywhere you think it can access moving parts.
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    Charging/Maintenance and Alternators

    What is the goal? In temperate climates starting batteries last 5-7 years. In desert climates it's 3-5 years. Cold climates are a bit more complicated. Does anybody have evidence of their preferred charging system extending their battery life beyond 5 years? Was it worth the investment?
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    M1009 Little Red Riding Hood.

    It is the fine spline which I believe to be 32 teeth.
  8. 8

    Unfamiliar Coolant

    Other brands of OAT coolant mention 10% contamination tolerance meaning you can safely leave behind 10% of your old coolant. If you do a phosphoric acid flush you'll want to purge with fresh water.
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    Unfamiliar Coolant

    Tell us why you think it would hurt your cooling system so we can understand the source of your information.
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    Unfamiliar Coolant

    Don't mix coolants. You can't judge them by the color anymore. Modern coolants are all organic acid based. Inorganic acid based coolants are available in some heavy duty applications but not from the auto parts store. That Starbrite cooling is organic acid tech like modern coolants but uses...
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    M1009 Fuel lift pump to fuel filter hard line replacement

    FYI, the hose clamp I linked is an example only. You'll have to measure your hose and select the specific diameter clamp.
  12. 8

    MEP-802A - can this thing function with a 60' exhaust run?

    When hanging your pipe keep in mind that you're going to have to accommodate ~1" of growth over a 25 foot run assuming the pipe is well insulated and 600°F over ambient. The key is to have a fixed hanger at the engine end and the remaining hangers are floating to allow for this type of growth...
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    Glow plug change-out "disaster"...

    If you put the cylinder at TDC the piston is almost touching the head so the glow plug can't fall in. If you remove the fuel injector you can push the broken plug into the pre-chamber and then remove the broken piece with pliers.
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    Alternate Alternator Selection

    What is a battery disconnect relay switch? Sounds like a gimmick.
  15. 8

    Alternate Alternator Selection

    Does the air temp never exceed 50 °F? Do you not use these vehicles regularly? Your numbers are very unique and can't be the result of maintenance but must be the result of environment.
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    Alternate Alternator Selection

    Your batteries certainly died of old age. Automotive lead acid batteries don't make it past 10 years.
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    802A & main utility entrance panel ground / neutral bonding question

    Check this out: https://eepower.com/technical-articles/national-electrical-code-2023-basics-grounding-and-bonding-part-9/
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    Glow plug change-out "disaster"...

    I'm curious what head gasket you have with the red silicone. I wasn't super excited about running stock because the fire rings trash the top deck of the block. I had to take 0.011" off the 6.5 I installed in my truck. I found some Cometic MLS gaskets with the exact thickness needed but they're...
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    M1009 Fuel lift pump to fuel filter hard line replacement

    If you use the SAE J30R10 hose it will outlast the steel lines in both corrosion and wear.
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    Smoked brand new diodes - GETT / Applied ECU / 23kw 3 Phase Generator

    If the generator is wired you need only measure one lead to ground as all leads tie together. Do lift the ground connection if present. If you have a 6 or 12 lead generator you can measure each coil individually. Measure you armature to rotor winding resistance. Measure your armature winding...
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