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Sticky voltage regulator points
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West Peterson
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I have posed a question on my restoration blog in regards to my voltage regulator consistently sticking after long periods of non-use. Any suggestions or insight would be appreciated.
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Posted on: 2010/5/26 9:06
West Peterson
1940 Packard 1808 w/Factory Air
1947 Chrysler Town and Country sedan
1970 Camaro RS

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Re: Sticky voltage regulator points
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Since the points "wipe" as they close, using a point file to dress them is a poor practice as it leaves tiny ridges which can grip and hold. There were (still are?) special abrasive "sticks" to clean and dress voltage regular points. You might try that, and then readjust the airgap afterwards.

Posted on: 2010/5/26 10:03
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Re: Sticky voltage regulator points
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All I think I've ever used is regular bond paper, actually.

Posted on: 2010/5/26 10:10
West Peterson
1940 Packard 1808 w/Factory Air
1947 Chrysler Town and Country sedan
1970 Camaro RS

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Re: Sticky voltage regulator points
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How about a coat of dielectric grease to prevent the sticking?

Posted on: 2010/5/26 10:59
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Re: Sticky voltage regulator points
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West, somewhere I have a stash of those VR point cleaners, if I run across them and remember, I'll send you a PM and we can arrange for me to mail them to you.

Posted on: 2010/5/26 11:09
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Re: Sticky voltage regulator points
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West Peterson
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Thanks, Dave.

Posted on: 2010/5/26 11:22
West Peterson
1940 Packard 1808 w/Factory Air
1947 Chrysler Town and Country sedan
1970 Camaro RS

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