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=Options= | =Options= | ||
Engine | ==Engine== | ||
Diesel engines are heavier. For example this 26.4 HP engine weighs 171 lbs dry and without radiator, fan or water. It is comparable in price to some gasoline engines ($2195): | |||
[[image:Cat_26HP_Diesel_Engine.png]] | |||
[https://www.surpluscenter.com/item.asp?Item=28-1833 Product Web Page] | [https://www.surpluscenter.com/item.asp?Item=28-1833 Product Web Page] | ||
Kohler engines - up to 38 HP in similar configuration as we use: | |||
[[image:Kohler_38HP_Engine.jpg]] | [[image:Kohler_38HP_Engine.jpg]] | ||
[http://www.jackssmallengines.com/small_engine_lookup.cfm?engine_manu_id=18&type=Vertical Product Web Page] | [http://www.jackssmallengines.com/small_engine_lookup.cfm?engine_manu_id=18&type=Vertical Product Web Page] | ||
This is the 28 HP B&S engine I've been using - it has an excellent price of < $700. Shipping weight: 100 lbs (in reality: 85 lbs): | |||
[[image:Briggs_28HP_Engine.png]] | [[image:Briggs_28HP_Engine.png]] | ||
[https://www.smallenginesuppliers.com/shop/html/pages/products/briggs_vertical_shaft_engines4390.html Product Web Page] | [https://www.smallenginesuppliers.com/shop/html/pages/products/briggs_vertical_shaft_engines4390.html Product Web Page] | ||
The 36 HP B&S engine adds 28% more power, but costs more than 3x the price. Shipping weight: 135 lbs: | |||
[[image:Briggs_36HP_Engine.png]] | [[image:Briggs_36HP_Engine.png]] | ||
[http://www.brandnewengines.com/613777-2110.aspx Product Web Page] | [http://www.brandnewengines.com/613777-2110.aspx Product Web Page] | ||
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Of course, more power means more fluid flow and heat dissipation. The hydraulic plumbing must also be considered and adjusted if necessary. The pump will have to change as well. | Of course, more power means more fluid flow and heat dissipation. The hydraulic plumbing must also be considered and adjusted if necessary. The pump will have to change as well. | ||
Hydraulic Pump | ==Hydraulic Pump== | ||
*The pump currently being used [[image:Hydreco_Pump.png]] | *The pump currently being used [[image:Hydreco_Pump.png]] | ||
Revision as of 20:33, 25 March 2013
Introduction
A discussion has taken place concerning modifications to the Power Cube for the upcoming OSEBG LifeTrac build. The question was raised about powering the LifeTrac with a single more powerful Power Cube instead of two current Power Cubes.
Similar Hydraulic Power Units
Foster 35 HP diesel hydraulic power unit @ $18,000 and 3100 lbs (compare to Power Cube @ $2600 and 500 lbs):
The Foster gasoline "Power Packs" are more comparable to the Power Cube - it is larger and heavier, but largely due to the 25 gal hydraulic reservoir:
Options
Engine
Diesel engines are heavier. For example this 26.4 HP engine weighs 171 lbs dry and without radiator, fan or water. It is comparable in price to some gasoline engines ($2195):
Product Web Page
Kohler engines - up to 38 HP in similar configuration as we use:
Product Web Page
This is the 28 HP B&S engine I've been using - it has an excellent price of < $700. Shipping weight: 100 lbs (in reality: 85 lbs):
Product Web Page
The 36 HP B&S engine adds 28% more power, but costs more than 3x the price. Shipping weight: 135 lbs:
Product Web Page
Of course, more power means more fluid flow and heat dissipation. The hydraulic plumbing must also be considered and adjusted if necessary. The pump will have to change as well.
Hydraulic Pump
- The pump currently being used
- This Cessna pump can handle the extra power:
