Date:         Tue, 8 Aug 2006 14:50:59 -0400
Reply-To:     Tim Demarest <tim.demarest@POBOX.COM>
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From:         Tim Demarest <tim.demarest@POBOX.COM>
Subject:      Re: Voltage drop with headlight upgrade
Comments: To: Jeffrey Tschumperlin <jkt.register@GMAIL.COM>
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Are you checking at the alternator output stud?

By putting in higher power headlights, you've increased the current draw
from the alternator. If it's tired, you may be pushing it hard enough that
it can no longer keep up... as always, pull the regulator and check the
brushes before pulling the alternator, they are a wear item.


At 11:31 AM 8/8/2006 -0700, Jeffrey Tschumperlin wrote:
>Ok, I searched the archive and have found some info but thought I'd ask
>anyways.  I installed a high power headlight relay kit with Hella lamps.
>Now I'm seeing a voltage drop from 13.8 to 12.5 when I flip on the lights.
>My guess is first place is to look at the grounds to make certain it's
>good.  What else should I look for?  Any help would be appreciated.
>
>Jeff
>87 Westy Syncro "Bert"