MEP-002a Style 1 vs 2 Starter

[Isaac-1]

I was just wondering does the Style 1 Starter found on some MEP-002a and MEP-003a generators have any advantage over the Style 2 starters? I know the Style 2 draw less amps when starting.


Ike

 

[glassk]

ENGINEERING EVALUATION AND ANALYSIS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF MILITARY STANDARD
GENERATORS
VOLUME
1 OF 2 VOLUMES
T RALPH J. ADOLPH
LOU G.
LAWRENCE
GARRY W. PERKINS
ERIC THORWALDSON
VSE Corporation
2550 Huntington Avenue
Alexandria, Virginia 22303-1499
p 29 May 1987
Final Report for Period 24 February 1987-29 May 1987
APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE; DISTRIBUTION UNLIMITED



2.3.4.1 5kW Set. As presented in Appendix B, very little information has
been documented on the 5 kW generator set resulting in a low confidence level
for reliability data. The data collected yields a Mean Time Between
Operational Mission Failure (MTBOMF) of 242 hours. The electrical system
(batteries, starters, converters, and gages)


No details however if the 2nd genration starter is after the date of this report they may have found something, just my opinion though

 

[glassk]

http://www.dtic.mil/dtic/tr/fulltext/u2/a196615.pdf

link to the report if you want to see if they listed any thing as I have not read both volumes cover to cover,...

 

[Triple Jim]

I kinda like a simple direct-drive starter, but if the gear reduction version really draws less current, it's hard to argue with that advantage. I suppose the monthly startup of my 003A will probably not wear out a starter in my lifetime, so I would use whichever one was available at the right price.

 

[Jimc]

well i know the new gear reductions one are waaaay cheaper than the old direct originals. $130 or so compared to high 3's.

 

[GREENMV]

I have had to replace a couple that could not be rebuilt and the cost of a new style 2 Is affordable.

 

[storeman]

Not to be advertising, but I get $120 for either until the box from the rebuilt engine part outs is empty.
Jerry

 

[Munchies]

Type two cranks them over faster. More rpms = an easier starting diesel. All I care about. I would say it is a noticeable difference.

 

[Harleyd315]

I have had both types on my gens and agree with Munchies Type 2 spins faster and units start quicker.

 

[Grega]

The style 2 starter is more weather resistant than the style 1. The style 1 starters I disassembled have moisture and rust damage to some extent and need to be cleaned or repaired.