MEP-802a Battery Suggestions

[warteetee]

Having a hard time finding a suitable 24v battery for my new MEP-802a. Suggestions for a 24v that fits perfectly in the compartment? Also, just picked up a compressor for a flamethrower and would like to know the value and were to sell. Last question, best place to list a MK64 cradle for the MK19 40mm machine gun. Thanks in advance and sorry if I am asking the questions in the wrong section.

Thanks and anyone on the forum lucky enough to pick up one if the Humvees that went on sale last week-interested to know the condition.

 

[hcso2332]

For 802a batteries; two Optima Red Top 51R

 

[Ratch]

The 802 takes 2 12v batteries. One on each side of the engine, with a jumper between them. I normally use lawn tractor batteries for ease of handling. They can handle the load no problem.

I can't give you an idea on the compressor. I was looking at those, also. Opted against them, as I really need an electric shop compressor.

 

[warteetee]

I probably should have taken it off the trailer before I asked. I only can access the one side of the unit and saw just a spot for 1 battery. Like the fact that there are two and can hook up like I did for the Mep-002a. Thanks

 

[m-35tom]

i sold a compressor a few years ago on evilbay, got 800 for just the compressor part, no engine, was shipped to australia.

 

[warteetee]

M-35, thanks for the information and wow, didn't know they could go for that and based on shipping I might have been a nice guy and hand delivered it to the land down under for you. I have been seeing that perhaps you can use these to fill scuba tanks-is that true?

 

[m-35tom]

yes and there is a honda engine it bolts on to so they are pretty popular

 

[warteetee]

Where is the best place to find replacement parts for the men-802a? I am looking for a hatch handle/unit, coolant bottle, panel light bulbs and a few other small items. Thanks

 

[m-35tom]

i have the OEM coolant bottles new for $50 includes shipping, no cap.

 

[warteetee]

Sadly it is the cap I need. Didn't think I would be able to find one so just thought I might have to buy the whole thing

 

[m-35tom]

the cap is probably a standard size

 

[zarathustra]

You might try looking at your recycling bin. I find that a lot of caps on bottles are interchangeable. You might just find that the cap on Resolve carpet cleaner fits...

I'm parting out an 802a/3a and have a couple of those spin handles if you need one.

 

[uniquify]

The cap from a jar of Loctite "Naval Jelly" Rust Dissolver fits.

 

[zarathustra]

excellent

 

[tcruwithme]

MEP-802a battery

Back to the battery question from the OP, even if it was a couple months ago. I just picked up two MEP-802a units I won off auction a week ago. I got two 12 volt 51R batteries from Fleet Farm for $80 each. They were 500 CCA and 6-year warranty. They fit perfectly on both sides. I also got two size NF22 12 volt batteries that were $52 each, 430 CCA, and 1-year warranty. They also fit perfectly on both sides.

 

[DieselAddict]

I'm using a couple of lawn tractor batteries. They are about 325 CCA and a pair was $60. They spin it over with no trouble.

 

[Dmarks333]

For 802a batteries; two Optima Red Top 51R

I have 2 Optima yellow tops

 

[Guyfang]

The Military standard is:
MEP-802A is Optima Yellow Top.
MEP-803A is Optima Red Top.

But you know, what ever works for you.

 

[jimbo913]

Interesting side note, the engine can dead crank wonderfully with one battery above 12.3v and one at 10.1v, but it won’t start by the switch. Ask me how I know.

 

[Guyfang]

That's clear. Engine Pre-Heaters. They draw lots of Amps.