<VV> voltage regulator

[JVHRoberts at aol.com]

Alas, this is a common problem with the 10SI alternators. If everything is in 
good shape, and all the parts are correct, and the fanbelt isn't slipping, 
you shouldn't have this problem. 
Also, make SURE the voltage sense wire, (the red one coming from the plug) 
has a good, solid connection to the positive battery wire. And make sure the 
ground is OK. 
As an additional measure, put a resistor, about 25 ohms and 10 watts, in 
parallel with the idiot light. This will more solidly 'start' the alternator.
If only there was a simple way to adapt a CS130 alternator to these 
engines... MUCH better low speed output, base model is 85 amps, FAR more efficient, 
meaning less torque for the same amps, a MUCH better regulator, lower inertia 
rotor, etc... Hmmm....
John

In a message dated 3/1/2005 9:04:06 AM Eastern Standard Time, Bonnzz at aol.com 
writes:
Hey gang,
I'm having problems with the voltage regulators on my 64 cp. I converted to 
an alternator less than a year ago and am now on my 3rd regulator. Yesterday 
the light flickered when I statered the engine and last night the light came 
on 
when I turned on the headlights. With the lights off the alt light comes on 
at 
idle but goes out at higher rpms. I am using the cheaper (generic) one from 
Clark's.
Has anyone else had problems with these cheaper regulators?? Also, can 
someone give me a part number for the GM one that I can order from my local 
NAPA??
Thanks for all your help........................Mark Kinnan   Bonnzz at aol.com