[GMG]

We don’t believe you ordered this product from us. The Type II looks a bit different from Type I. It is actually smaller and more compact and has no semi-spherical hood on the flywheel end. It will fit nicely on a MEP002A or MEP003A. It is a 24v starter. You didn’t list what type of machine this will go on, so impossible to help really. If MEP003A, it looks like it will be fine. Your batteries must be hooked up to the solenoid and starter correctly. I would consult the manuals as we do not like to offer detailed electrical advice as every situation is different and we would need to be able to confirm a few things before recommending anything. But, we believe this starter will work fine. Just need to hook it up in a 24v mode and get positive and negatives hooked up. I believe the 3rd item is a ground and is grounded to the engine block when install the unit.

[GMG]

Check the manual for the process to FLASH the generator after you have the batteries hooked up correctly and after you have grounded the unit. Check to make sure grounding straps are secure throughout the unit. Typically the control box, distribution box all have frame grounds on them. If you still get NO voltage at all as measured with multi-meter (never depend on the on-board meters), then you most likely have a voltage regulator issue or a bridge rectifier issue. A diode could be bad on the generator head itself, but not as likely.

[GMG]

GMG can fix your MEP016D or MEP016A voltage regulator. We do not sell components separately, but can fix your Voltage Regulator usually for under $100-150 all in (This includes shipping back to you).

[GMG]

Hello. Unfortunately the MEP809 model is not our forte. I would contact the proper US Military group in charge of MEP (mobile electric power). GMG

[GMG]

Most (all?) MEPs were not originally designed for auto and remote starting, although this is changing for some deployments at the current time, esp. for major battlefield centers and main bases (i.e. NOT forward bases). We sell auto-remote starter kits for MEP002A, MEP003A, MEP004A, MEP005A and MEP006A units in the older generation and all of their equivalents in the newer generation, including MEP802A, MEP803A, MEP804A, MEP805A, MEP806A as well as the “B” variants with digital output controls (i.e. those units with an LCD control readout vs the older analog meters).

[GMG]

Have you seen this MEP002A / MEP003A wiring diagram for 120 volt single phase hookup. Please note that a licensed electrician is always recommended to prevent injury or damage to equipment. Also note that both the phase selector switch and meter read-out switch on the control panel must be set correctly BEFORE starting the generator. Never move the phase selector switch while unit is running and always screw the safety cover on the phase selector switch to prevent tampering. If the configuration will be used for long-term, you may even want to remove the knob to prevent any change in the phase/voltage selection settings (there are 3 options).

[GMG]

There are different ways to connect depending on application. Not sure what you mean by 4-wire drop box. If 100% 120v, you would only need 2 wires with a ground at the unit.

[GMG]

Check out this blog post. Click on the images to make them larger and to see them in high resolution. This should help a bit. https://greenmountaingenerators.com/wiring-diagrams-mep002a-mep003a-military-diesel-generators/

[GMG]

Clean out and blow out with compressed air the entire fuel line and system. Clean tank. Bleed all fuel lines. Install all new filters. Fresh oil. Check glow plugs. Clean out critters. Then gently start to see if unit will turn over. Before any of this, you could remove starter and make sure the flywheel turns and the engine doesn’t need to be unstuck.

Make sure to clean out the screens in the bottom of the 3 electric fuel pumps as well. Make sure the injector pump and injectors are secure and not loose.

[GMG]

How did you solve it? A good ground? A new fuse? Check out manuals for MEP016B and MEP701A here (same units): https://greenmountaingenerators.com/manuals-and-support/mep-016b-manuals/

[GMG]

Could be faulty sensor. Ensure that the fan is working properly and that the radiator is clean. Is there any air trapped in the radiator. Keep the cap off while running and ensure that it bleeds all the air out. This is a peculiar problem! Is the overflow tube clogged? Might be good to flush the entire radiator and overflow tube. I am assuming that the fluid level is normal and there are no leaks in the radiator.

[GMG]

That is a unique problem. Assuming the pump has been rebuilt properly, a button should fit. Have you removed ALL shims for the mounting? Have you tried with the largest available button? Would be curious to see how poor the timing is after you have installed the thickest button possible.

[GMG]

It’s impossible to have a valid voltage reading of 110/220 and have that same electrical source not have a Hz (frequency) reading (assuming AC power). Your unit is 400Hz, so you need to make sure that your multi-meter (and you must use a good multi-meter) can measure frequency in that range. The convenience outlet, I assume will be 110v at 60Hz. But you should focus on the main lugs. Confirm you are using a good multi-meter and not depending on the on-board meters, which can fail.

[GMG]

The MEP002A is about 1/2 gallon per hour and the MEP003A is about 1 gallon per hour. 1/4, 1/2 or full load is not a huge difference. The unit must run at 1800 rpm to generate 60H electricity. So you will burn a bit less at low load, but not much.

[GMG]

Looks like it has a Briggs & Stratton engine. You can look at this page to see a more complete list of many many generators: https://greenmountaingenerators.com/diesel-generators-mep002a-mep003/all-military-generators/
Look at the low HP units.

[GMG]

Looks like it has a Briggs & Stratton engine. You can look at this page to see a more complete list of many many generators: https://greenmountaingenerators.com/diesel-generators-mep002a-mep003/all-military-generators/
Look at the low HP units.

[GMG]

If a zombie got close enough to bite them, you should strike them in the neck immediately and attempt to decapitate them – the only way to kill a zombie. Electrocution will only temporarily impair them unfortunately.

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