The Ford Barn

Msaby · 06-18-2013, 10:46 PM

I am now at the point where I would like to check out the charging system. I have read several posts and have read other publications but I am still very confused. At idle the amp guage reads slightly on the charge size. When I accelerate the guage peaks on the charging side. I placed a voltmeter on the battery and I get a reading of 6.58 volts. I am not sure what it should read. All the wiring is correct and I have cleaned all connections. I understand that the generater (powerhouse style) can be adjusted. I don't understand what is meant by removing the cover band and pry the brush to adjust it. I can't seem to find what the amp guage should read under normal conditions. I have also read if I plan to use the lights a lot I should increase it by 2amps. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Mike

06-18-2013, 10:46 PM	#1
Msaby Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Allentown, Pa. Posts: 37	Another Charging question I am now at the point where I would like to check out the charging system. I have read several posts and have read other publications but I am still very confused. At idle the amp guage reads slightly on the charge size. When I accelerate the guage peaks on the charging side. I placed a voltmeter on the battery and I get a reading of 6.58 volts. I am not sure what it should read. All the wiring is correct and I have cleaned all connections. I understand that the generater (powerhouse style) can be adjusted. I don't understand what is meant by removing the cover band and pry the brush to adjust it. I can't seem to find what the amp guage should read under normal conditions. I have also read if I plan to use the lights a lot I should increase it by 2amps. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks Mike