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1931 flamingo · 07-20-2022, 12:56 PM

40 coupe with a 48 block,electronic ign.
Have had problems with charging for past 4 years, finally had all new harnesses installed. Voltmeter would go about 3/4 in the red but ran fine, then 1/2 and recently about 1/4. I had gen rebuilt and reg checked (3rd genelectic shop. Owner says it's putting out 7+ volts and about 30 amps. Same problem.
I'm at my wits end. The only thing I can think of is the new harness is bad.
I'm taking a break as it's too hot and leaving for Mexico Sat.

Does any one have any thoughts on what's wrong??

Only good thing today is gas is 3.99/gal.

Paul in CT

07-20-2022, 12:56 PM	#1
1931 flamingo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: new britain,ct 06052 Posts: 9,428	charging 40 coupe with a 48 block,electronic ign. Have had problems with charging for past 4 years, finally had all new harnesses installed. Voltmeter would go about 3/4 in the red but ran fine, then 1/2 and recently about 1/4. I had gen rebuilt and reg checked (3rd genelectic shop. Owner says it's putting out 7+ volts and about 30 amps. Same problem. I'm at my wits end. The only thing I can think of is the new harness is bad. I'm taking a break as it's too hot and leaving for Mexico Sat. Does any one have any thoughts on what's wrong?? Only good thing today is gas is 3.99/gal. Paul in CT