Hi. i recently acquired a grey head 582 dcdi that was supposedly rebuilt about 8 to 10 years ago. Yes, i know, check the seals, which i will do when it comes time to run it. in the mean time i have some questions.
1. i found the tab that is SUPPOSE to contain the serial number data plate, but it appears to be missing.
Is there another place the serial # may be, on or in this engine? if not, can i establish my own number?
If so, what would be an acceptable format to use?
2. I plan (or would like to plan) on using vacuum operated instruments with a gauge.
is this possible and if so, what ports would i use? what can i expect for vacuum?
3. i also plan to use a 12v hobbs meter.
IF i only want to have it operate while running but plan to have full electrical system, can i just use a diode after the rectifier and attach the hobbs + lead before the diode? If so, what value diode should i use? or is there another way?
Thank you very much.
flyboyrl
1. i found the tab that is SUPPOSE to contain the serial number data plate, but it appears to be missing.
Is there another place the serial # may be, on or in this engine? if not, can i establish my own number?
If so, what would be an acceptable format to use?
2. I plan (or would like to plan) on using vacuum operated instruments with a gauge.
is this possible and if so, what ports would i use? what can i expect for vacuum?
3. i also plan to use a 12v hobbs meter.
IF i only want to have it operate while running but plan to have full electrical system, can i just use a diode after the rectifier and attach the hobbs + lead before the diode? If so, what value diode should i use? or is there another way?
Thank you very much.
flyboyrl
