So it WAS the alternator?
Sounds as if you should ask the guy who tested it as good, to test it again.
Actually I know that many times alternators (and starters) can have
intermittant problems. So don't be too hard on the guy.
At 02:02 AM 5/24/99 -0400, Gregory W. Smith wrote:
>Per recommendations, I checked alternator voltage at all 3 connections while
>wire disconnected, and car running off battery. None were high enough
>(forget actual readings)
Actually, to check output voltages you should have backprobed the
alternator connector with it plugged in. To check for loose connections
you isolate (unplug) the wires and check continuity.
>Replaced alternator with a 1980 TR7 AC type alternator; ... Ammeter shows
+15-+30A instead of -2
>to -5 or so. I'M CHARGING!!!!!
What is the amperage rating of that unit? Was it an easy install, or did
the spacers make it mount flimsy? (Not good long-term)
>On another note, Triple-C had a neat baseball cap for sale at the Richmond
>Va show that read something like "LUCAS Quality Control Inspector" I think
>it was $12. Embroidered, canvas, nice hat.
Is that the one with the writing upside-down???? :) :) :)
Atwell Haines
'79 Spitfire
"Wherever you go, you will always find some people who naturally recognize
that some cars are not just cars."
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