Re: Completed Alternator 6V + conversion

Posted by sporto On 2014/6/26 14:56:06

Hi Tim,
I will look into the voltage drop testing that you suggested. Thanks! I know that we did ground everything with the pigtails that you mentioned. At least the headlights and Trippe lights are. I will double check that.

I do agree with you on the generator being a great source of power for the vehicle. The one that I have did a fine job of producing electricity. My decision making process was centered more around how the vehicle would be used and how it is equipped.

I really don't drive it on the open road that much, more to shows, and parades etc...There is a lot of idling and slow crawling during this activity. Therefore the idea of revving the engine to get the amps up is a bad one. I also have a Carter Electric Fuel pump that helps keep things running when the engine bay gets hot. As everyone knows, vapor lock is not your friend, and the Carter does a nice job of keeping the fuel moving.

So after a day of that, and a drive home at night with headlights, my poor battery was struggling to stay charged, and the generator was working as was the regulator.

I will post some pix when I get a chance.

Cheers!

Rich