Topic: charging


1931 Flamingo    -- 08-26-2022 @ 7:22 AM
  48 engine in a 40 coupe.
Had car about 5+ years. Has never charged in the Green. Had car rewired last Fall with original style harnesses. Over a period of about 6 months the voltage (while still running great) would gradually decrease to a point where it was sluggish to drive. Had the gen rebuilt by a reputable shop ( says putting out 7+ volts and 30 amps).
Same thing, I show .2 VDC at Batt terminal on the regulator. Car starts, seems to maintain 6+ volts at the battery and all other gauges work.

Suggestions??

Paul in CT

It has been suggested to convert to an alternator thus by-passing the charging circuit.


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