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    MEP-802A GP Win

    Ja! Alle Dinge sind regelmäßig!
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    MEP-802A GP Win

    Most new panels do the every other breaker up/down version, as it enables the wiring of wiring 240V circuits with a pair of breakers tied together. I have seen old panels that did left right, but then you had less than desirable outcomes like a fuse blowing on one of the two hots, but not the...
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    MEP-802A GP Win

    True, but... This convention has never been my favorite. Many countries, e.g. the British, have single phase 240V (220-240V, one hot, one grounded conductor). In the US, we have two 120 hots, equally out of phase with each other (180 degrees out of phase), yet we call that "single phase"...
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    Using thicker oil

    I would interpret the "fuel content" as "non-motor oil content", in your case residual ATF. Given the low viscosities, and low zinc, I think that is also consistent. If it were me, I would change the oil now. I think that nothing good comes of having oil that is too thin or too thick. All the...
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    MEP-803A wiring, internal and external

    Yes, I am aware of that, thanks. I am looking for a suitable wye/zigzag to delta transformer. Delta wiring and devices aren't that common around here. All the best, 2Pbfeet
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    MEP-803A wiring, internal and external

    In the FWIW category... For backup here, I need both single phase 120/240, and 240 three phase (Delta). My most likely use cases for the MEP-803A are going to be cold, wet, and windy. With wet and windy in mind, I went with IEC type pin and sleeve connections 60309 type connectors that are...
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    Wondering about a JETA Power MD-301815, TMs, etc

    The price seems about right to me. Here are the folks who bought out the remainder of the factory, and have some inventory of Hercules parts; http://www.herculesmanufacturing.com/hercules-parts All the best, 2Pbfeet
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    MEP-802A Fuel System issue.

    Getting it moving is great! Usually for me, I find the first part of a pull to be the worst. Good luck with the big brother puller. All the best, 2Pbfeet
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    Wondering about a JETA Power MD-301815, TMs, etc

    That is one interesting looking unit. It is 30kW, and lists only 3 phase. Is that useful to you? As a diesel mechanic, you know that diesels don't thrive in low power output environments. In my book, an engine driven item with no knowledge of whether the engine runs is scrap pricing, less the...
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    Acquired Another MEP-802A - A Couple of Questions

    Sounds like a good source of information! All the best, 2Pbfeet
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    Acquired Another MEP-802A - A Couple of Questions

    Please don't rely on ChatGPT for knowledge or math. It messes up regularly. If you want a love letter to a girlfriend: go for it. You have two 120V supplies. (With 240 between them, but that is not relevant.) Your gauges are showing you what you need, and the math is simple. Gauge 1 120V and...
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    MEP-002A Engine Stop Solenoid

    Yes, yes, you are right. Brain fart on my part. What is stupid is misquoting someone, especial Einstein. You definitely called the tenacious part. I will call the insanity part on me as well. I hope that you are enjoying Oktoberfest! All the best, 2Pbfeet
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    MEP-002A Engine Stop Solenoid

    (y)(y) I think local supply and demand seems quite variable across the country. I have never seen a "not running" unit within a couple hour drive of here. Almost the only MEPs that I see for sale locally are either out of state ads, and for wonderful prices...if you are the seller, like several...
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    MEP-803A Long time reader first time poster

    Yes, you want 1/8". I used stainless, and put a layer of high temperature, UV rated foam under the edges. All tied on with some stainless lock wire. FWIW:
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    MEP-803A Low EGT on 1

    Other than the erratic behavior (which I think could certainly be an air leak) do you have a reason to suspect an air leak? Are you seeing any bubbles in the return line at the tank? Normally, in my limited experience, a diesel sucking air will be very erratic, so running well for 15 minutes...
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    MEP-803A Long time reader first time poster

    If you insulate the pipe, it helps keep carbon and gunk from depositing in the pipe, but doesn't eliminate it entirely. The corrugating in the flex pipe are just naturally good at having nooks and crannies that deposits get into. For long term use, I would try to use smooth pipe as much as...
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    Mep 003 injection issues

    I think that the various cleaners are about the same, but, yes go for your favorite. The filter worth is not going to get very far. It will get pumped towards the injection pumps, and the cleaner that isn't injected bypasses towards the fuel tank. After you let it sit overnight, you can prime it...
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    Mep 003 injection issues

    I use SeaFoam for this sort of issue. As you wrote, fill the filter(s) and run the SeaFoam into the engine and then let it sit. All the best, 2PbFeet.
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    Can I run 12 volt LED's from a single battery on my MEP802?

    I hate the Amazon search function for this exact reason. FWIW: I have better luck going to my favorite search engine and searching "24v" "1820" site:amazon.com and then picking through the product listings that at least claim to be 24V. I use the same strategy when trying to find unusual...
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    MEP-803A wiring into the home

    I use type W. I went to using it after finding some SEOOW cable that was not rated for exposure to diesel. That seemed important to me. Everything below is discussing copper wire and copper wiring. Type G is closely related to type W in terms of performance (ampacity, and...
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