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Old 08-06-2019, 09:25 AM   #5
rotorwrench
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Default Re: Magneto battery charger

The diode in that kit will kill half of the AC wave for a half wave AC which is like a pulsating direct current. The bulb kills off some of the extra voltage since I think the Model T magneto can generate up to near 28 volts. It's not ideal but it will function. The battery might get overcharged to a certain degree. If it's a sealed one, it might not last as long as intended but it would charge it. A diode bridge with a Zener diode dump would likely do a better job if it is correct with the end result parameters.
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