The rectifier just converts from AC to DC current. The regulator
assembly is a seperate part. I think you need to replace that.
cheers
steve
Tim Taylor wrote:
>
> Hello all :
>
> I just changed out the 3 plug rectifier assembly on Lucas alternator of y
> tr6. The old one was fried. Anyway the volt meter in now up past the 15
> and into the red. The alternator is internally regulated, isn't it the
> rectifier assembly that does the regulating?
> I haven't put a separate meter on the car to see exactly how much
> it is putting out, I just wanted to know if there was something simple I
> should check out before going into the alternator again. Also what
> exactly am I risking damaging while checking this out.
>
> Thanks in advance for you help.
>
> Tim Taylor
> 76 Tr6
>
> Tim Taylor 888-800-5904 x1625phone
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Steve Chandler - Chandler-O'Bagy Associates stevec@rtd.com
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