I was planning on using natural gas ;-) Chuck WB2EDV
Kris Kirby wrote: >On Sun, 12 Feb 2006, Chuck Kelsey wrote: > > >>typical mobile installation? Maybe not. Do we DESIRE to run a certain >>level because we can? Sure, just like we may want to install a 100KW >>generator on site to run 3KW of load. That's fine if you can afford it, >>I suppose. My point was "is it needed?" >> >> > >This is digressing, but if it's a diesel, you don't want a 100KW generator >running a 3KW load or it will wet stack. > >http://www.allworlddieselgen.com/faq.htm (sales page) > >Quote: >2) A diesel engine is subject to "wet stacking" or over fueling if run for >long periods of time with ultra light loads (less than 40% of the rated >output). "Wet Stacking" causes the engine to smoke and run rough because >the injectors become carbonized. Running a heavy load will usually clean >up the over-fuel condition and allow the engine to perform normally. >Diesel engines operate better and more fuel efficient when loaded (70-80% >is optimum). > >But again, I digress. > > > Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
