I think Steve means he has disconnected the ground strap and connected a
voltmeter in its place as a very sensitive ammeter, but one which will not
be destroyed if a significant load is placed on the system. You do this to
check for very small drain currents, smaller than can be detected by using a
test-lamp in place of the ground strap. In damp conditions, though, the
voltmeter will even reveal leakage across the top of the battery,
particularly on batteries with exposed cell links. Led me a merry dance
this winter.
PaulH.
----- Original Message -----
From: Tim Economu <economu@whidbey.com>
To: <Speedo79@aol.com>
Cc: MG List <mgs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 2000 6:45 PM
Subject: Alternator Woes
> Steve:
> If there is voltage between bat neg and ground then there is an OPEN not a
> short. This is a wiring problem. Clean the ground connections on the
> chassis, at the battery and at the motor. Check for frayed ground straps.
>
> Tim Economu
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