Category Archives: DIYer Generator

Kiss is Dead? Thermosiphon Cooling

Posted on March 13, 2012 by George B.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvPZdJN30L0 I saw a post on a forum talking about how good water pumps are now-a-days, and how thermosiphon is a thing of the past. I refelected on how many reports I’ve had of burned down unattended engines due to … Continue reading →

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Engine Failures and what we can learn as DIYers.

Posted on March 6, 2012 by George B.

These engines are at the heart of rural transportation It’s rare to find engine operators who are careful to keep records of an engine’s performance and give them good care and the required maintenance. These people are gifts to our DIYer … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Energy Sources, CHP/ Co Gen, DIYer Generator, DIYer Skills, Earth & Energy, Engines, Off Grid Power, Questions & Answers, Slow Speed Engines, Small Diesels | Tagged , , , , | 6 Comments

An Insane Article Designed for maximun clicks!

Posted on February 6, 2012 by George B.

You’d need Government involvement to make this idea any more insane than it is! In the digital media world, we see a lot of articles written to generate traffic to a WEBsite. When we give them coverage, we play into … Continue reading →

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Another Lesson in Kiss Engineering

Posted on January 9, 2012 by George B.

There are a few products I’ve put on the shelf that have been distilled down to KISS to a high degree, (at least in my mind).     I thought I’d share one KISS idea here after visiting a WEBsite where … Continue reading →

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Jan 7 2011 Email of the day, Generator Mods, notes on AVRs, and know your loads.

Posted on January 7, 2012 by George B.

Question of the Day: Jan 7, 2011             —–Original Message—– Sent: Saturday, January 07, 2012 3:17 AM To: georgeatutterpower.com Subject: UtterPower.com Contact Form: generator full power Name: Ernie M. Subject: Generator, full power Message: I’m … Continue reading →

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The MOST important DIYer project of all? Build the Axial Flux

Posted on January 1, 2012 by George B.

                        During the Spring Break, I had my oldest Grand Son over, at 10 years old, he’s nuts about Legos, his bicycle, and of course computer games. While we were spending time together, I reflected … Continue reading →

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Magic Hot Springs Idaho, a lesson about the Value of “Hands On” knowledge in Alternative Energy.

Posted on December 22, 2011 by George B.

Maybe you remember my Introduction to Jack Belk and his story about Magic HOT Springs Idaho? It was a perfect example of smart men doing really dumb things, or at least really dumb according to my standards. Since Jack’s original … Continue reading →

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Utterpower’s 186PMG Prototype Generator

Posted on November 20, 2011 by George B.

Note: The following information was retrieved from UtterPower’s archived pages. All information is republished for educational purposes. Any mention of items for sale or prices are outdated and no longer applicable. 120/240 60HZ AC PMG can carry loads at 4225 … Continue reading →

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Synchronous Generator Basics, Simple Guide to rewire your HEAD.

Posted on November 12, 2011 by George B.

Zach Says.. let’s keep this page simple! Notice: for legal reasons, all that follows is for discussion sake only, drawings may contain errors,…. mine or someone elses. I am not licensed to instruct you, and only a licensed electrician, PE,  your city, country, state, or federal … 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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