Polarizing generator

Posted by Paul E. Gallagher On 2024/7/9 6:53:46

I disconnected the wires to the generator to install a new fan belt.

It does not appear to be charging when looking at the ammeter at a rev. Of the engine

Do I need to polarize the generator, jumper wire from arm to field on the voltage regulator?

Can I test first at the voltage regulator with a volt meter?

By the way, the fan belt listed for my car in the Parts Cross Reference on this forum was short enough so that now I have 2-3 inches to tighten the belt when necessary. The belt was Napa #24489.