Engine as a generator/welder?

Kevin 007

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My favorite machines are the old Lincon Ranger series or Miller Bobcat series. Both with the Onan 18hp hoizontal air cooled engine...bulletproof. The newer Kohler gas motors are good to but I can't see them lasting as long as the Onan's.
 

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FYI those modified engine driven welders only have a 30%duty cycle at 60amps and at 150 its 10% so no need to worry about the an clutch! Besides it should pull plenty of air at idle and if it overheats then theres an issue! I have idled lots of my IDI trucks for hours on end using the PTO to drive a hydraulic powered waste water pump and never an ussue.

Zena claims their welder has a 100% duty cycle

http://www.zena.net/htdocs/FAQ/dutycycle.shtml
 

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