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Daveinnola 04-22-2024 11:53 PM

Voltage varying
 
My Z06 voltage is varying. I can start it and it will be at 12.5 volts whole time running. Then shut it off and next drive will be at 14 volts. Then next time 13 volts. I'm guessing my voltage regulator is going bad. Really question is is the regulator built into the alternator. If so can I replace just the regulator or is it time for alternator rebuild.

lucky131969 04-23-2024 08:47 AM


Originally Posted by Daveinnola (Post 1607741811)
My Z06 voltage is varying. I can start it and it will be at 12.5 volts whole time running. Then shut it off and next drive will be at 14 volts. Then next time 13 volts. I'm guessing my voltage regulator is going bad. Really question is is the regulator built into the alternator. If so can I replace just the regulator or is it time for alternator rebuild.

...and you have already inspected the connections at the alternator/battery for condition and security, correct?

mmartinez 04-23-2024 09:48 AM

Inspect the cables at the starter solenoid, this is where the alternator output cable and battery cable are connected.

Daveinnola 04-23-2024 06:34 PM

I checked connections at battery and alternator but not the others. In fact I have a brand new battery. The old one died after 8 years.

Smoken1 04-24-2024 01:32 AM

Try cleaning the ignition switch contacts.
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ipuig 04-24-2024 07:34 AM


Originally Posted by Daveinnola (Post 1607741811)
If so can I replace just the regulator or is it time for alternator rebuild.

The regulator and brush assembly can be replaced. I just replaced mine with this one: https://store.alternatorparts.com/m5...-corvette.aspx


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