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Old 04-20-2019, 08:38 AM   #18
30 Closed Cab PU
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Default Re: New Battery shut off switch, now ammeter is strange

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Originally Posted by Badpuppy View Post
Stuck the battery back in backwards?

Acts like the alternator is connected through the ammeter straight to ground.
Would explain why he had to use a hammer on the terminals since the battery posts and battery clamps are different sizes. For seating should take only very slight/gentle taps to seat a terminal. Usually the taps using the handle of a screwdriver is good enough.
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