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06-23-2022, 02:03 PM | #1 |
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Odd Ammeter Reading
My Ammeter was not going positive, so I decided I likely had a bad cut out. I replaced the cut out, polarized the generator (jumping the cut out for a second with the car running), and now I have a positive ammeter reading when in idle which DECREASES when I increase the throttle. It is the decrease that I am finding odd. What would cause a drop in the amperage? The only thing I can think of is a loose fan belt that slips at speed. Thoughts?
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06-23-2022, 03:09 PM | #2 |
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Re: Odd Ammeter Reading
Go through the same process but *without* the engine running.
With the engine running the cutout would be closed, completing the circuit, and jumping it would have no effect.
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06-23-2022, 04:20 PM | #3 |
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Re: Odd Ammeter Reading
Measure the voltage at the battery. As the battery gets re charged after starting the car it is normal for the current to go down. Measuring the voltage will provide you with the data to see if this is the case.
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06-24-2022, 07:52 AM | #4 |
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Re: Odd Ammeter Reading
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If the generator had been working it should still have residual magnetism in the field coil pole shoes. Generators are somewhat sensitive to engine rpm but the amperage shouldn't increase very much. If it changes too much, the battery or other circuit wiring terminals may be loose or dirty. Make sure all connections are clean and tight. |
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