View Single Post
Old 09-22-2019, 09:37 AM   #9
30 Closed Cab PU
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 2,332
Default Re: Charging?? Can’t say it is

Quote:
Originally Posted by Curtis in MA View Post
It is my understanding that the battery powers the starter and ignition while starting and then when the alternator gets excited it takes over. So if you then disconnect the battery the car should still run. Does it?




The battery acts to regulate the voltage output of a generator. Removing the battery while running allows the generator to run at their maximum voltage and will overvoltage the electrical system and most likely damage electrical components.

Last edited by 30 Closed Cab PU; 09-22-2019 at 11:51 AM. Reason: Corrected informatio that included alternators, mistake was pointed out politely in below posts.
30 Closed Cab PU is offline   Reply With Quote