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Old 09-23-2019, 11:01 PM   #12
Phil Gillespie
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Default Re: Generator testing 6v positive earth.

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Originally Posted by koates View Post
Phil, you have not indicated the make and model of the regulator. Regs have all sorts of specs for contact gaps and armature air gaps. Did you measure the gaps before working on the regulator ? Check what voltage setting you have with some revs up. Should be around 7.2 to 7.5 volts at the armature terminal. Do you have some good close up pics of the regulator ? Regards, Kevin.
Will get some details and a pic. Just contacted the local Auto Electrician who is familiar with the car, generator and regulator he confirmed 12 to 15 thou contacts gap. Will also check volts at armature terminal.
Appreciate your input and guidance Kevin.
Thanks Phil NZ
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