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Re: Update on my charging problem

To: derf <derf247@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: Update on my charging problem
From: "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2006 17:04:25 -0500
Dan,

What Derf said!!  12.55 volts while under charge is NOT enough. I
always use 13.5 volts as a bottom end for the circuit.  If you aren't
going to show the car, I suggest you install the alternator system
Frank was telling me about out at Buster's. Was that a Ford
alternator, Frank??

Cheers!!
Jim - 68 Midget back in Dodge City recovering...

On 8/1/06, derf <derf247@gmail.com> wrote:
> 12 Volts is ideal for a battery at rest.  A good charging system
> should put out around 13-15 volts when running with accessories on.
> What kind of system are you using?  Generator?  Alternator?
> I had enough trouble with my last '73 Midget and installed a GM
> alternator which is cheaper and better but not OE.
> It sounds as if you have a flaky diode which can be repaired easily enough.




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