Yes, that black thing is the regulator. It is part of the peice that holds the brushes. I read somewhere that the current output of an alternator is related to the battery condition - with the implication that a bad battery can cause the alternator to generate excessive amperage - which might burn out bulbs. Here is a good link on bench testing the regulator. http://www.geocities.com/fwarner_au/tekdata/Reg_test.htm good luck, Todd '88 westy
-----Original Message----- From: Matthew <poll7356@UIDAHO.EDU> Sent: Oct 15, 2003 2:01 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: [WetWesties] alternator output voltage? I just measured my voltage at the alternator- I get 14.36 volts. it remains constant when i rev it. I'll put in another regulator i have and see what that does. So is the regulator that black thing on the back that is attached to the brush? thanks m |
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