Hi Paul
The system you have looks like you have a generator, you didn't show a
picture, if you have a generator the wiring should be the same as the manual
and add a resistor to the ignition.If you have a reversing switch on the
starter it should be disconnected.
Lee
----- Original Message -----
From: "Paul A. Thomas" <bluewhale@jaxkneppers.com>
To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, June 09, 2004 10:54 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] Charging System '53 Chevy
> Hi Lee:
>
> The truck was converted long before I bought it in '88. I assume it
> uses an alternator as I thought generators only worked on old 6v
> systems... ? I took a couple of pics last night of the area in question
> to help clarify my question. They have been reduced in size to 200K each
> to allow more easy viewing, but are a bit grainy therefore. They can be
> found at
>
> http://www.paulathomas.com/images/StarterTop.jpg
> http://www.paulathomas.com/images/VoltageReg.jpg
> http://www.paulathomas.com/images/Engbay-frwll.jpg
>
> The second pic shows the top of the starter, which is where i THINK the
> other side of the ammeter might belong.
>
> I appreciate your help. The manuals aren't much good after a full scale
> conversion thus I get to learn as I go. It's enjoyable, but occasionally
> a little frustrating.
>
> Thanks again
>
> Paul
>
> ********************************
>
>
> Paul your electrical sys kind of leaves us in the dark. You mentioned a
> 12v reading, so I assume you have converted to a 12v system which
> renders your '53 manual useless. Are you using an alternator or
> generator? Do you have a voltage regulator? I believe the switch you are
> referring to is a light cutout switch used with the foot pedal starter
> switch All the above effects how your truck should be wired.
> Lee
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