Where To Buy Slow-Speed Diesels

Where To Buy Slow-Speed Diesels ENGINES Noah Petersheim has Lister-style slow-speed diesel engines available While the engines can’t be imported the parts can Miller puts parts together to make new engines and repair old ones     “The parts are made from original Lister castings ” says Petersheim “The quality is not quite there compared to the originals but they’re still very good motors ”     The diesel engines run at a top speed of 1 000 rpm’s Petersheim says the fuel efficiency of the old-style engines is what sets them apart     “They can run 8 hours a day at 35 percent load and use only about 5 quarts of fuel ” he says “They’re ideal for powering line shafts in workshops such as leather and woodworking ”     In addition to the new engines and repair work Petersheim is always looking for used Lister engines They’re popular resale items or may be parted out for future engine repair     “They’re very simple machines ” he says “They start easy with a crank start but are also available with a battery start ”     He notes that a 10-hp engine will usually cost between $6 000 and $7 000 Single-cylinder engines from 6 to 12 hp start at $4 100 Double-cylinder 12 to 24-hp engines start at $6 800 Options also include a water pump and radiator setup     “They’re also available in gensets ” says Petersheim     Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Noah Petersheim 212 Vest Rd Liberty Ky 42539

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