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08-24-2019, 05:36 PM | #1 |
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one wire alternator
I just installed A one wire alternator on my 1965 mercury comet, amp gage stays in the center , I checked voltage 14.5, now turn on the head lights ,needle shows discharge ,check voltage still 14.5 , why is gage showing discharge?
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08-24-2019, 06:31 PM | #2 |
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Re: one wire alternator
Amp gauge wired backwards?
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08-24-2019, 08:02 PM | #3 |
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Re: one wire alternator
Alternators are not meant to be read using an amp gauge,it fact there are instances that it can cause a fire. You should replace the amp gauge with a volt meter. I strongly advise you read this article "A River runs through it" https://watsons-streetworks.com/a-current-topic/ After taking their advice and installing the relays my headlights are much brighter.
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08-24-2019, 08:31 PM | #4 |
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Re: one wire alternator
Where did you connect the charge wire from the alternator? If you went to the battery or some non-stock location you could have by passed the amp gauge. The charge wire should go to the place that the power is distributed through the car. If you have a voltage regulator, the battery terminal on the reg should do it.
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09-02-2019, 02:02 PM | #5 |
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