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If I'm not mistaken Rock Auto has a 24V replacement pump. Airtex E8131 that I have used. Not OEM but a cheap alternative. You will need to change some hose and fittings and it is suggested to use an inline filter before the pumps. Aircraft Spruce also has Facet pumps that will work.
Check the starter lockout switch located by the oil filter. You can jump out the wires if you undo the cannon plug, has 2 wires. This switch keeps the starter from engaging if you need to flash the field after engine is running. If it starts after jumping the 2 wires then take off the cover and...
Metalworker, I have worked with Mr Osborne and as you said they are great people to deal with. I have built 3 gens now with his parts. I'm in NJ 07834 so if you want to take a ride for a demo come on up.
I think THHN would be the choice for conduit runs. According to my electrician friend, SOOW cable is not supposed to be in conduit as it needs to be exposed to the air for cooling. Maybe check with some electricians in your area codes may be different in your neck of the woods.
Walker, If you look at my previous post on my first build,you wil notice that I start with a new generator head from Tom. I built these units with rebuilt engines and skid frames I have acquired. I don't use the military gen heads. The new gen head from Tom has a built in AVR. I use the relay...
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