Category Archives: Small Diesels

Chinese Yanmar Clone L100, an interesting change made in later engines..

Posted on February 6, 2012 by George B.

It appears  there’s a difference between the earlier and later Chinese Yanmar Clones. Thanks to a certain post by David, I was made aware of this change. Look at the two bolts that hold the rocker arm assembly onto the … Continue reading →

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Chinese Horizontal Diesels, 195, 1100, 1115, 1125 and others

Posted on October 21, 2011 by George B.

I’ve lost count of the number of reports I’ve received over the years. The Engine completely destroyed itself WHEN the engine ?mounts? failed.   The value of these old designs has been the topic of other articles, but I’ll mention that … Continue reading →

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Zach’s Remote Start Generator

Posted on September 28, 2011 by George B.

As you’ve heard before, I believe in Kiss Engineering, it’s always a challenge to draw a line somewhere…. to make something functional and reliable, and not enter into the complex. The temptation to install a micro controller is great because it’s fun, but KISS is always easier years … Continue reading →

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Something New? Small verticle twin diesels

Posted on February 10, 2011 by George B.

I’ve noticed some new offerings in small verticle twin diesel engines from about 22hp on down to 4,5 and 6 hp. These look very similiar to horizontal engines already in the county, and they are targeted for the lawn mower … Continue reading →

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A Popular DIYer Generator Build

Posted on February 7, 2011 by George B.

 ’Wife Friendly’, A Smart Engineering Excercise.    My personal thanks to Phil for his years of sharing what works and what doesn’t, and his good finds on surplus items. Phil is plenty happy with his new diesel and this may be what our DIYer … Continue reading →

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What you need to know about small engines and ethanol blended fuels.

Posted on January 29, 2011 by George B.

We want our generators to work when we need them. Using gasoline blended with ethanol should only be used in cars that are driven often AND have fuel systems that don’t breath. If you have a vented gas tank, you should expect trouble, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Morning Comment

Posted on December 19, 2010 by George B.

This Am, I received the following comment: Message:  In the article called Ashwamegh, George mentions an engine brand called PS (Power Solutions?) and I did a web search and all that came up was a company that sold GM industrial … Continue reading →

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How the Liars in California helped Ban our Lister CS Clone

Posted on October 9, 2010 by George B.

No doubt the diesel is one of the most efficient prime movers on the planet, if it were not so, the railroads and the maritime industry who lives or dies on the cost of fuel would use something else! If … Continue reading →

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Your New Small Diesel Won’t Start?

Posted on August 24, 2010 by George B.

There are few things more simple that a diesel engine, but if you start out on the wrong foot you may quickly grow intimidated by diesel power. Nothing is simpler, and few things are more efficient, reliable, or live longer.  You need … Continue reading →

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