[FC] electrical short problem

[Ken Hand]

? The only problem I see with that is you are covering up a problem. Alternators and regulators are left connected every day without problems. Fix the problem not put a band aide on it.


 


Ken Hand
248-613-8586
www.corvairmechanic.com

 


 

-----Original Message-----
From: Wild8bill at aol.com
To: VairMech at aol.com
Cc: corvanatics at corvair.org
Sent: Tue, 5 May 2009 11:15 am
Subject: Re: [FC] electrical short problem














I had the same problem in my Monza. I traced the feedback current to the 
voltage regulator. I purchased an internally regulated 60+ amp alternator from a 
CA corvair parts dealer thinking it would stop the problem, it did not. My 
solution was to install a small 30amp relay directly on the alternator, that 
would only allow current through when the key was on. I can't remember what wire 
went where off the top of my head; the switched "hot" going to the "R" or the 
"F". Solved the problem 100%, no more battery drain. I can take a look and draw 
up a little schematic if anyone is interested.


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Bill


richmond cali


61 rampy


63 greenbrier


63 monza vert


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