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Old 12-09-2023, 12:54 PM   #7
Bob C
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Default Re: Powerhouse Genny Charge/Discharge

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Originally Posted by mach0415 View Post
When I bought my ‘28 Tudor 3 years ago, I installed new harnesses, replaced the 6v bulbs, replaced the 6v battery and observed 10A charging at all times with accessories off. When applying the brake (single tuna can light) or turn on the dash light the ammeter drops to 5A charge. However when I turn on the headlights/taillight (fluted lens, single bulb, bright as they can possibly be, lol), the ammeter shows a discharge of 10A. I have not measured voltage, as of yet, but am perplexed as to why such a discharge, when the genny seems to charge well without loads. Has anyone else experienced this?
All the posts I have read indicate that their genny regulates just fine, no matter what loads are on. Thanks in advance!

Unless some one has added and aftermarket regulator the
stock generator does not have a regulator.
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