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Old 11-25-2013, 10:26 AM   #9
Tom Wesenberg
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Default Re: Model A Ford generator

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Originally Posted by Bruce of MN View Post
Is the procedure any different if you have a diode cutout (bought from a major shop)? My gen motors, but doesn't give more than battery voltage at a fast idle and the 3rd brush pushed all the way down.
Same procedure for the diode cutout. Jump the two terminals with the engine at fast idle, then if it still shows no charge the generator most likely needs to be repaired. Check the voltage with a seperate meter to see if it rises above battery voltage.
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