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06-06-2014, 03:01 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
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High voltage???
I had to install a new alternator because the old one was dead in car and on tester at parts shop.
Now I think I'm getting to much voltage.
With the rpms above 2000 or so I get 15 volts with nothing on.
I put 2 new voltage regs on so far with the same 15 volts.
If I run the fan and head lights I get 13 volts so that's what I have been doing.
I checked all connections and ran a ground from the volt reg and I still get 15 volts.
Is 15 volts a problem?
Checked with dash gauge and hand held volt meter.
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06-06-2014, 05:07 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Contemporary Classic, 428 FE CCX 3069
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Mine charges at a steady 14.5 volts across a meter. I don't think 15V is anything to be concerned about.
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06-06-2014, 09:55 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Flower Mound, TX,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Lonestar LS 427, Keith Craft 501,Toploader
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Where are you seeing 15 volts, from thr alternator or at the battery?
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06-06-2014, 10:01 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: FFR 302 carb
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Is the battery fully charged? Are you looking at the dash meter? Have you checked at the battery with a good gauge.
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06-06-2014, 10:45 PM
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I'm checking with a multi-meter at the battery and I get the same reading on the dash.
Battery is reading 12.7-12.8 with the car off so I think the battery is fully charged.
All high readings is above 2k rpms or so.
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06-06-2014, 11:19 PM
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That sounds good. I always worry about low voltage with lights, air, two blade fans and small fans pulling air out of trunk. God help me if I turn on the radio!?  |
06-07-2014, 12:29 AM
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Voltage
My new one-wire alternator puts out 13.8V without accessories on and 12.8V with headlights, etc on. Running Autometer volt gauge. I wouldn't worry about your voltage.
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06-07-2014, 04:57 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gofastoldguy
My new one-wire alternator puts out 13.8V without accessories on and 12.8V with headlights, etc on. Running Autometer volt gauge. I wouldn't worry about your voltage.
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How did you get a 1 wire alt to wire up?
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06-07-2014, 06:30 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Lonestar Classics LS427. Self-built 408W, AFR 195 heads, Performer RPM Intake, Quick Fuel 750, 407rwhp, 479rwtq
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I have 12.6 volts with the car off. 15 volts with the car running. Drops to 14.5 volts when the radiator fan turns on. 100am - 1G (3 wire) alternator with external regulator.
Never had a battery or electrical problem, but I routinely keep it on a Battery Tender when not being driven.
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06-07-2014, 07:10 AM
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A no load voltage of 13.5 to 15.0 volts is considered normal.
A one wire alternator connects directly to a battery source.
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06-07-2014, 07:42 AM
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I get 15 volts while running with a 1 wire, haven't noticed any problems. Unlike the 3 wire, the 1 wire will discharge the battery if left connected.
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06-07-2014, 07:58 AM
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There you go.... Your good.
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06-07-2014, 08:49 AM
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Thanks everyone, I will consider it good and stick with the 3 wire.
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06-08-2014, 05:46 AM
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15+ volts on the dash mounted voltmeter. 1 wire setup. With everything turned on, 13+ volts.
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