Category Archives: Slow Speed Engines

Cascade Mountains, DIY Small Solar

Posted on July 2, 2012 by George B.

Why we considered Solar for our off grid place in the Central Cascades.         In the back ground is the power house, to the right, the Listerpowered pump house.    It was a good many years ago … Continue reading →

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Laidong 1115 The best choice right now?? Article by Butch, ’38C’

Posted on April 30, 2012 by George B.

 I’d like to thank Butch for his efforts in making acessments of the Laidong Product. Some of you might know that Lee and David have been working hard to access who is making the better products in China, and this brand was identified … Continue reading →

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Golighty Tappet Jack

Posted on April 23, 2012 by George B.

Help! Remember Mr. Potato Head? Well, I’m Mr. CS head, and I have some sad news. Manufacturer Discontinued! Mr. CS Head, unknown contributor                                 There’s … Continue reading →

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Email of the day, Ozzie Greg asks about stock fuel tanks on Lister Clones.

Posted on April 10, 2012 by George B.

Name  Greg F. Subject: Fuel tank Message: Hi George, Thank you for your informative CD. One thing I notice a common thread on is the poor quality of the Indian fuel tanks as supplied with their “CS Listeroids” Who makes … Continue reading →

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Reflecting on the GM90 Design, and other realities.

Posted on March 27, 2012 by George B.

If you read Sunday’s post, you might know a little more about the design.. are we finished reflecting on Noel’s experience? Do we know what temperature he operates the engine? does he use bleed water, does he use a thermostat? I’m still trying … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Energy Sources, DIYer Skills, Off Grid Power, Slow Speed Engines, Small Diesels, Thermostat, Things I like, UtterPower Articles, Utterpower's Friends | Tagged , , , , | 10 Comments

Sunday Morning, A report from Fantasy Island, GM90 failure

Posted on March 25, 2012 by George B.

I’m sure you remember Fantasy Island? Noel Douglas (ON Left)             Noel’s Parents immigrated to the Fijian Islands from Scotland  some where in the later forties I’m told.. I remember having a Fijian born customer drop by … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Energy Sources, DIYer Skills, Earth & Energy, Engines, Inspirational People, Off Grid Power, Outings & Adventures, Questions & Answers, Slow Speed Engines, Small Diesels, Survival Skills, Things I like, Utterpower's Friends | Tagged , , , , | 36 Comments

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

The Chinese Engine Parts Connection (Lee and David)

Posted on March 1, 2012 by George B.

Order Chinese Parts If you’ve been following the Slower Speed Chinese Diesels for as long as I have been, you’ve seen engine sales come and go, but ordering parts for what you have…  has NOT been all that easy.   There’s been a few dealers who have made a sincere … Continue reading →

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Lister CS News of the Day, Ultra Capacitors, Friday Musings

Posted on January 13, 2012 by George B.

Get your Lister CS clone Now! https://www.utterpower.com/combined-heat-and-power-lovson-air-compressor/ If you are a visitor to utterpower, you might remember an article about the Import of Lister CS type clones and why they are still in demand and have a large following. Many … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Energy Sources, CHP/ Co Gen, Earth & Energy, Engines, In The News, Legal, Off Grid Power, Slow Speed Engines, Survival Skills | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

Import of Engines, Air Compressors, or other crated Items. Lovson News!

Posted on January 9, 2012 by George B.

 I’ve told stories for many years about importers being black listed for not addressing the real and harsh expenses associated with disposing of bug infested wooden crates inside or outside of a container shipment.  Darren Hill down in Northland NZ, was in near shock WHEN … Continue reading →

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