Regulator Connector & Overcharge
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Regulator Connector & Overcharge
During my last drive I found my ammeter showing a pretty serious overcharge (16V). So, my thought is a bad regulator. When I went to disconnect the 2 wire clip on the alternator, I found the top wire had broken off where it enters the connector.
My question is...could this broken wire be the cause of an overcharge condition? (top wire black and white striped)
I'm hoping so... since the alternator/regulator checked out OK on a bench test.
1973 L82
My question is...could this broken wire be the cause of an overcharge condition? (top wire black and white striped)
I'm hoping so... since the alternator/regulator checked out OK on a bench test.
1973 L82
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Yes, that's the 'voltage sensor' wire that lets the regulator know the car's system voltage. Since it was broken off, the regulator saw no voltage in the system and called for full charge condition.
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Great...and Thanks! Found a connector at Advance Auto and once I splice that in...I should be good to go.
Hoping I didn't screw up my battery too badly. I ran this way for about 20 minutes so I could get home.
Hoping I didn't screw up my battery too badly. I ran this way for about 20 minutes so I could get home.
