Micro CoGen.

There are times help is needed when things don't go as expected, or times when we all might of said, "there has to be a better way". This board is in place to post tips to make things a bit easier or ideas that might help when the unexpected happens. If you have a tip or an idea that you would like to share please post them here.

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Last post: November 03, 2022, 06:47:05 PM How to remove brake drum... by Henry W

TINY HOUSES/THINKING SMALL

Location, Location, Location

where to locate and build small houses

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Last post: November 04, 2022, 04:09:43 PM Re: Hope I dont break an... by Westcliffe01

Foundation or mobile

putting down roots or on the go?

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Last post: September 29, 2018, 10:51:51 AM Re: We finally did it! by LowGear

Thermal concerns

heat gain, heat rejection, thermal mass concerns

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Wall and roof

conventional and non conventional materials

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Last post: January 01, 2021, 04:28:35 PM Re: Build a Lego home by Henry W

Appliances

conventional/non conventional, rv or purpose built

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Last post: May 05, 2022, 12:09:08 PM Re: Dometic RM2652 refri... by Henry W

heating/cooling/power systems

integrating systems into a practical livable home, offgrid or ongrid?

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Topics: 4

Last post: July 28, 2021, 08:56:43 PM Re: Low-Tech Thermosipho... by Henry W

Shops, Garages & Barns.

Storage Container Shops

Strong and simple. Share your thoughts and ideas.

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Garages

Garages is where lots of thoughts and ideas are put into practice.

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Pole Barns

Some have all the comforts of being home. Share your thoughts and ideas.

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Barns of modern design

Some are better than modern homes. Share your thoughts and ideas.

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Metal Shop/Building, Kits

Metal shops are becoming popular. Low maintenance is one of the reasons. Share your thoughts and ideas.

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Short or Long Term Storage Units

Some storage companies allow renters set up a small shop in their outdoor unit. Anyone have a shop set up in an outdoor storage unit? Share your thoughts and ideas.

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Prime movers, diesel and gas engines

Lister, Petter, Blackstone diesel engines

a forum for the original english diesel engine's who's place in history cannot be denied.

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Last post: February 24, 2023, 11:35:25 AM Re: Lister LT1 by veggie

Listeroid/Petteroid/Clones

a board for listeroids, petteroids and other clone diesel engines

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Topics: 228

Last post: June 06, 2022, 05:11:50 AM Re: 20/2 crank gear by keith71

Changfa/Redstone/Chinese diesels

a board for those hard working, and in some cases "noisy" diesel engines

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Topics: 249

Last post: March 01, 2025, 01:39:53 PM Re: Purchased a Changfa ... by Jesse McB

Perkins/Cat/Kubota/Yanmar/Isuzu

a forum for small engines of modern design

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Topics: 149

Last post: May 29, 2024, 12:34:03 PM Re: EL/EA 300 kubota - O... by Chowdan

Witte diesel and gas engines

for those that have or are looking for this engine make

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Last post: February 01, 2023, 06:14:57 PM Re: Witte model CD-14RBA... by AKcrab

Gas/Propane/Natural Gas Engines

a board for onan, kohler, B&S, and other single and two cyl spark engines

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Last post: October 08, 2022, 01:29:10 PM Re: Gasoline engines run... by keith71

Alternators and Generators

Inverter Generator

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Last post: January 21, 2022, 07:55:18 PM Re: Yamaha EF1000iS Inve... by Henry W

ST and STC generators

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Topics: 91

Last post: March 19, 2024, 09:52:17 PM Re: Mindong 8kw brushles... by vdubnut62

PM generators

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Last post: November 18, 2023, 09:39:52 AM Re: EaglePicher PMG 200a... by SPSInc

Induction and Brushless generators

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Topics: 36

Last post: December 28, 2021, 02:46:16 PM Re: Light flicker vs Eng... by veggie

Automotive alternators

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Topics: 86

Last post: May 21, 2024, 08:43:55 AM Re: Understanding / Tear... by threeReefs

Micro-Cogeneration Systems

Operational or Planned systems

share your plans for, or show off your cogen systems

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Topics: 55

Last post: February 17, 2023, 07:17:41 PM Re: Too many ways to ski... by mobile_bob

Members Projects

show n tell, post a picture and a writeup of your "pride and joy"

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Last post: February 09, 2023, 09:41:03 AM Re: Ontario man turns a ... by Tom Reed

Commercial cogenerators

Links to cogenerators from micro to mega, post links to them all.

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Last post: December 06, 2016, 07:48:07 PM Re: TIER 4 Mid Sized CHP... by mobile_bob

Links of interest to cogeneration

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Topics: 14

Last post: January 12, 2013, 07:02:35 PM Lister CHP Systems by veggie

Heat exchangers/thermal storage

Coolant & Exhaust exchangers

Posts: 390
Topics: 29

Last post: April 17, 2024, 07:32:06 PM Re: Working Exhaust heat... by Fordguy64

Pumps, Pex and thermal storage

Posts: 361
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Last post: August 27, 2024, 04:16:36 AM Re: Pipe fitting type. p... by keith71

Electrical/Electronic equipment

Batteries/ Inverters/ Converters

focus on life with batteries and inverters, practical application concerns

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Topics: 124

Last post: September 02, 2023, 05:14:41 PM Re: Rectifying 120VAC by Tom Reed

Automation, Controllers and Regulators

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Topics: 65

Last post: July 21, 2018, 04:26:54 PM Re: Utility Co. seeking ... by mobile_bob

Wind, Solar and Hydro

Hardware rocks our world. Discuss your DIY or commercial system here.

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Topics: 65

Last post: August 04, 2021, 07:21:52 AM Re: solar is getting che... by Henry W

Refrigeration

compressor driven systems

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Topics: 8

Last post: May 18, 2018, 11:13:40 AM Re: Collecting the parts... by Fordguy64

absorption driven systems

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Last post: December 13, 2019, 08:54:37 PM Re: anybody, or any info... by Henry W

Society of Microcogeneration Research and Development (SOMRAD)

Micro Combined Heat and Power Group

overview, mission, goals and society related news

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Last post: December 18, 2010, 02:30:48 PM Re: how to join SOMRAD by DRDEATH

Testing Protocols/Procedures/Methodology/Results

Board to discuss and establish acceptable standards

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Last post: September 18, 2020, 02:48:46 PM Grounding requirements o... by Henry W

Prototype Co-Gen Unit Testing

units either complete or near completion that are under development and testing

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Last post: October 07, 2010, 11:26:11 PM Re: bob g, trigen v 3.0 by mobile_bob

Prime Movers

power unit development board

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Last post: March 24, 2023, 06:15:07 PM Re: Slant 6 gets Holley ... by Henry W

Electrical Generation

Generator/Alternators/Batteries/Inverters

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Last post: June 17, 2011, 05:26:54 AM Re: Dear (profess...) BO... by mkdutchman

Thermal Recovery

heat exchangers and heat recovery strategies board

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Last post: May 27, 2010, 03:35:49 AM read first by admin

Exhaust Treatment

Catalytic Converters/ Particulate Fillters / Scrubbers

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Last post: June 11, 2010, 03:04:00 AM Re: Emissions regulation... by mobile_bob

System Management

Automation/Control Strategies

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Last post: May 27, 2010, 03:41:21 AM read first by admin

Questions presented to the Society

ask the group if you have a question about what they are doing

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Last post: June 20, 2010, 02:32:21 PM We need a Paradigm Shift... by Lloyd

Fuels/alternatives

Bio-Diesel

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Last post: October 25, 2022, 06:06:14 PM Re: What is the differen... by Henry W

Bio-Ethanol

The U.S. is the largest producer of Bio-Ethanol. It is determined that the production of Bio-Ethanol will continue to increase in the coming years.

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Testing:procedures/protocol/results and white papers

Testing Results and Reports

Final test results and reports from members are published here

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Last post: February 08, 2013, 06:08:34 AM Re: V-belt alternatives by Dualfuel

White Papers/Technical Library

archive of technical papers from members and other sources

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Last post: August 08, 2022, 02:17:29 PM Re: Determining Your SAE... by Tom Reed

Buy/Sell/Trade

Items Wanted/Want to Buy

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Last post: February 22, 2024, 06:44:29 PM Re: Kubota D722 SAE #5 h... by Henry W

Plan Sets, Manuals by Members For Sale

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Last post: October 24, 2015, 07:37:15 PM Re: Witte Engine Corpora... by dieselgman

Hardware for Sale by Members

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Last post: April 01, 2024, 08:58:59 PM Re: engines, and other s... by Westcliffe01

Dealers Registry and Parts Sources

Company/Location/Products for Sale

links, contact info, types of products offered, specials etc.

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Last post: April 13, 2025, 08:58:07 AM Diesel Specialists, LTD by Henry W

Parts Source

where to find parts useful in building our projects, list them here, find them here

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Last post: May 08, 2022, 08:44:51 AM Changfa Head Gaskets (an... by veggie

Ford 240/300 in-line six archive

More than a tough reliable workhorse.

Rules and Regulations

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Last post: December 21, 2024, 07:39:37 AM “ Rules ” by Henry W

Introduction

Please Read

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Last post: December 27, 2024, 08:00:48 AM Welcome to the Ford 240/... by Henry W

Ford Six chat room

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Last post: May 23, 2025, 12:11:45 AM Fordsix forum down by Henry W

Suggestion Box

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Last post: December 22, 2024, 11:03:28 AM Suggestion Box by powersmythe

General Discussion

If you don't know where it fits, put it here.

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Last post: December 27, 2024, 01:08:01 PM General Discussion by Henry W

Cylinder Heads

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 09:31:30 AM Re: Promaxx cylinder hea... by Henry W

Valvetrain Parts

Cam Gears, Rocker Arms, Rocker Arm Studs (Adjustable & Non-Adjustable), Valves, Springs, Retainers, Keepers, Pushrods & Guide Plates

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 09:45:06 AM Re: Roller Rocker Arms by Henry W

Camshafts & Lifters

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Last post: January 21, 2025, 04:24:38 AM Re: Flat Tappet Lifters by Henry W

Engine Blocks

Engine Blocks, Other Internal Parts

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 09:51:25 AM Re: Engine blocks by Henry W

Pistons

Posts: 9
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Last post: January 19, 2025, 09:53:19 AM Re: 240/300 Cast Pistons by Henry W

Connecting Rods

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 09:55:19 AM Re: Ford connecting rods by Henry W

Crankshafts

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 09:56:18 AM Re: 240/300 Crankshafts by Henry W

Intake Manifolds

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Last post: February 12, 2025, 07:01:52 PM Re: Pierce Intake manifo... by Henry W

Exhaust Manifolds & Headers

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 10:11:51 AM Re: Cast Exhaust Manifol... by Henry W

Fasteners

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Last post: January 09, 2025, 12:41:32 PM ARP Catalog by powersmythe

Bearings

Main Bearings, Camshaft Bearings, Connecting Rod Bearings

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 11:00:47 AM Reserved by Henry W

Oiling Systems

Wet Sump, Dry Sump, Oil Pumps, Pump Shafts, Oil Pans, Pressure Relief Valves, Oil Coolers, Oil Filters

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 10:51:13 AM Reserved by Henry W

Gaskets & Seals

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Last post: December 22, 2024, 08:55:54 AM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Fuel Pumps, Pressure Regulators & Other Fuel Related Parts

Fuel Pumps, Pressure Regulators, Fittings, Fuel Lines

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 11:28:34 AM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Carburetors

Posts: 171
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Last post: December 30, 2024, 08:44:41 AM Re: Other Four Barrel Ca... by Henry W

Fuel Injection

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 11:19:52 AM Re: Throttle Body Inject... by Henry W

Forced Induction

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 11:25:52 AM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Ignition Systems

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 11:31:00 AM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Electrical

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 11:45:14 AM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Cooling

Water Pumps, Freeze Plugs, Thermostats

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Last post: January 19, 2025, 11:50:45 AM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Exhaust Systems

Exhaust systems starting after exhaust manifolds or headers.

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Last post: January 08, 2025, 07:03:31 AM Stock Aftermarket Exhaus... by Henry W

Drivetrain Parts

Flywheels, Pressure Plates, Throw-out Bearings, Bellhousings & Other Drivetrain Parts

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Topics: 1

Last post: January 19, 2025, 12:03:31 PM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Fuels

Pump Gas, E-85, Racing Gas, Alcohol, Nitromethane

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Topics: 9

Last post: December 17, 2024, 11:20:57 PM Gaseous Fuels: Natural G... by Henry W

Calculators

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Topics: 2

Last post: January 19, 2025, 12:10:44 PM “Table of Contents” by Henry W

Completed Engine Projects

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Topics: 11

Last post: January 19, 2025, 12:14:25 PM Reserved by Henry W

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