Re: Generator question here!!!!!
ok, well i have a wiring diagram for it, i will hook it up and get someone to run the drill and see if my voltage goes up i guess.
Unless you have a helluva fast drill, that won't work. The ENGINE has to be running about 2000 rpm before the generator develops enough voltage to close the relay contacts in the voltage regulator. Because of the difference in pulley sizes, the generator has to be turning way faster then 2000 rpm to make it work.
So, here is the straight poop on checking the generator:
1. Disconnect the blue and yellow wires. Ground the small stud to the negative battery terminal. The generator case must also be grounded to the negative battery terminal.
2. Connect a jumper wire between the battery positive terminal and the larger stud on the generator. The generator should run slowly like a motor. If it does, it is working. That only means it is working right now. It doesn't mean it will work tomorrow (the brushes may be worn out).
That is only half the charging system. The rest is the wiring harnesses, junction box with voltage regulator, ammeter, etc. A voltage regulator is about $100. You cannot use a car regulator, so don't even try.
There are very few of us old geezers still around that understand DC generators.
