Category Archives: Off Grid Power

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

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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Combined Heat and Power (food for thought)

Posted on March 10, 2012 by George B.

CHP for you and me? Those of us who have studied combined heat and power, know that it was at the heart of many large corporate buildings in UK, Europe, and the USA. Perhaps, Old ideas will be new again.  Cool looking … 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

Wind, Solar, or the HoJo? Sunday Musings

Posted on January 15, 2012 by George B.

There’s no doubt in my mind that such a question would be torture to answer for at least half of the people in Washington DC, and sadly enough, that goes for a lot of people in top positions. I’d bet the Vice President … 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 →

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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 Return of the BIG FLYWHEEL! A fix for Solar and Wind Energy?

Posted on January 1, 2012 by George B.

An Important Introduction, and a reminder of why utterpower uses a big Ole flywheel as part of our logo, and why flywheels may be helpful in resolving some very large power production problems. Can’t stand the important introduction? Jump to the link … Continue reading →

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A must read for 2012. How you can have all the money you want in 2012!

Posted on December 27, 2011 by George B.

What DIYers love about history is we can review the news and compare it to the facts that followed. There is nothing more important than to be in touch with reality, fact is your life may depend on it. Here’s what I … Continue reading →

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