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Topic: Voltage regulator help needed
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 08-04-2002 05:44 PM
   
I have tried 3 voltage regulator from Kragen.They all do the same thing.I install them and the volts is all over place from 12-15volts at idle.I put the old one back in and the volts are 13.5-14.
And the new ones all smell like they are burning up.Not know how old the one I'm using is,I'd like to replace it.But with which one?
The one on my car is not has thick has the new ones.And it's chrome which I dont care about,but it is different then the new ones.
Should I try Auto zone,or who?
And dose it take a few minutes for a new Regulator to start working right?SCOOP ------------------
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1214
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 08-04-2002 06:05 PM
Is your battery fully charged? I'm just guessing but this could be what's making the new regulators act weird.
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 08-04-2002 06:10 PM
Yes it's fully charged and checked when the new reg's were put in.  SCOOP ------------------
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steve'66
Gearhead Posts: 6602
From: Sonoma,CA,USA
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 08-04-2002 06:23 PM
Ron,What can I say, Delco....  SteveW
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1214
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 08-04-2002 06:44 PM
Are you using the original factory adjustable type or the newer solid state type? When I replaced one years ago, I went with the factory type and had no problems. It cost a buck or two more but it worked.
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 08-04-2002 07:12 PM
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Originally posted by steve'66:
Ron,What can I say, Delco.... SteveW
Steve your really no help at all.And you enjoy this alittle to much.I TOLD I TOLD 
I know but I already have a new auto lite alt.And I'm not buying another one. 
Ron
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 08-04-2002 07:13 PM
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Originally posted by 69 Sportsroof:
Are you using the original factory adjustable type or the newer solid state type? When I replaced one years ago, I went with the factory type and had no problems. It cost a buck or two more but it worked.
I'm using the org looking one,but that all I know.The ones I've tried to use are way more thick then the one thats on there now. SCOOP
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 33988
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-05-2002 07:04 PM
The newer, thin solid state type is the one to have. The old point type is for the birds.Make sure the regulator attaching screws have a good bite into your fender apron, that's how the unit is grounded. ------------------
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 33988
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-05-2002 07:06 PM
Also, make sure the plug-in is in good shape. They aren't the most rugged setup in the world.------------------
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mellowyellow
Gearhead Posts: 5739
From: So. Fl.
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 08-05-2002 09:23 PM
You can also use the old cover on the newer one to make it look orig.
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 08-05-2002 09:29 PM
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Originally posted by mellowyellow:
You can also use the old cover on the newer one to make it look orig.
The one I have is a thin one,so I'm not worried about the looks.I just want one to thats works. SCOOP
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steve'66
Gearhead Posts: 6602
From: Sonoma,CA,USA
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 08-05-2002 10:04 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Fastymz:
Steve your really no help at all.And you enjoy this alittle to much.I TOLD I TOLD
I know but I already have a new auto lite alt.And I'm not buying another one.
Ron
Sorry Scoop, I just couldn't resist the "I told you so" thing. LOL SteveW
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 08-06-2002 12:46 PM
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Originally posted by steve'66:
Sorry Scoop,I just couldn't resist the "I told you so" thing. LOL SteveW
Steve if you didn't say it I would have been let down. SCOOP
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DidgeyTrucker
Gearhead Posts: 1060
From: Greenbrier, TN USA
Registered: Oct 99
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posted 08-07-2002 12:58 AM
A regulator should start working instantly. I have learned that the regulators are different for a car with an amp guage (factory) or an idiot light.
My '66 F-100 has a '71 351C in it. I first bought a regulator for the engine/alternator combo but the dash idiot light quit working after a day. It was charging but the dash light wouldn't come on with the key in the acc position or before starting like it should. That regulator was for a Mustang with a factory amp guage. I found (at an Auto Value store) the original points type regulator for the '66 truck. It's been working right now for two years.Tracy
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mustangboy
Gearhead Posts: 670
From: Ont, Canada
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 08-07-2002 04:32 PM
I don't understand whats wrong with your old regulator.13-14 volts is right where you want it at idle with a full battery  Why are you changing it?
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Ryan Wilke
Gearhead Posts: 1539
From: Stanton, Michigan 49707
Registered: Oct 2000
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posted 08-08-2002 07:59 AM
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Originally posted by SteveLaRiviere:
The newer, thin solid state type is the one to have. The old point type is for the birds.
Help me out please... what year(s) did this newer, thin, solid-state type come out? I'm thinking my OE-style on my '69 is of the points type, right? Does the newer style retro-fit into a '69 wiring system? Thanks! Ryan
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 12015
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 08-08-2002 01:36 PM
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Originally posted by mustangboy:
I don't understand whats wrong with your old regulator.13-14 volts is right where you want it at idle with a full battery Why are you changing it?
Yes I know it's not bad now.But I'd like to find one that works now.SO when it dose go out.I know what will work.I have been trying to replace has much of the electrical system has I can. SCOOP ------------------
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bullitt1968
Journeyman Posts: 21
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Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 08-08-2002 01:41 PM
you can try going to another store and see if that helps.also make sure the wires and connector that goes to it are in good shape.i know you probably tried that but make sure that there is no problem with it.also make sure the alternator is ok.
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bullitt1968
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Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 08-08-2002 01:53 PM
you can try going to another store and see if that helps.also make sure the wires and connector that goes to it are in good shape.i know you probably tried that but make sure that there is no problem with it.also make sure the alternator is ok.
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