"i know if i was you, i would be looking to find an ST 3 phase head, and would have it setup to power the shop for at least the 3 phase loads"
Yes, and I have an older Warner Swazey 30KVA single bearing altenator. Plus the auto-transfer switch and fully instrumented control panel for it.
It had a 505? 507? Continental 6cyl on it that was backfired and jumped time......I scraped the engine. I'd like to find a 24/2 to run it.
Problem is, I have a few CNC machines, and am concerned about regulation and reliability for running the computer controls.....
I probably need a max of 20KW surge....
Can you suggest a supplier of -good- engines that is in the NYS area, or closest for shipping purposes?
Any used 24/2's out there??
With the generator, controls, and enough assorted hardware lying around, I'm probably wasting time thinking about the economics of the project.
I might be best off doing it and starting the savings for winter 06.......? The Nat Gas supply and controls for that are a mystery to me.
I know I can't just 'run a hose'.....!
Where would a guy go to collect the parts for the Nat Gas or Propane equipment required?
Any owners nearby?
I did correspond with a fellow in the Geneva, NY area a couple years ago......
I'll post separately.....
Thanks again for the info...!
dan k