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06-30-2017, 07:35 PM | #1 |
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'34 cut-out question
The cut-out on my '34 isn't working properly so I have to drive with the cowl lights on so I don't over charge the battery. I set the charging rate as low as possible but it still shows 7 or 8 amps at speed, (with cowl lights on it stays around 4 or 5). I took the cut-out apart and sanded the points with emery paper but it made no difference. So I bought a new cut-out and there is still no difference.
Is it possible there is something wrong with the generator and it's not the fault of the cut-outs? Also, what should the charging rate be while driving at 40 or 50mph, (with no lights on)? Thanks in advance, Doug. |
06-30-2017, 07:45 PM | #2 |
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Re: '34 cut-out question
A cut out doesn't do anything to control the rate of charge. It only opens when the car isn't running to prevent the generator from drawing current and discharging the battery.
A voltage regulator controls the rate of charge, but a 34 doesn't have one. Sliding the third brush is the only way to control the charge. Maybe you slid the brush the wrong way? I put a newer type generator with a voltage regulator on my 33. |
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06-30-2017, 08:29 PM | #4 |
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Re: '34 cut-out question
Have you considered a electronic cut-out that works more like a voltage regulator?
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06-30-2017, 08:39 PM | #5 |
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Re: '34 cut-out question
The cut out will not cut out when battery is charged! As long as the engine is running, the generator will charge according to how much the third brush is set to. All the cut out does is 'switch off' the connection when engine is stopped, otherwise current will backflow from battery through the generator.
Move the third brush up as far as it'll go and note the charge rate on the ammeter. Moving the brush down increases the charge rate, so like at nighttime, when you're running lights, you can increase the charge so the battery doesn't discharge.
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06-30-2017, 09:11 PM | #7 |
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Re: '34 cut-out question
I had a friend give me one of those, S10505R, said it was for a model A, 6 volt, positive ground. I wonder if it will work on my 33?
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06-30-2017, 09:24 PM | #8 |
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Fun Projects list a different part number for the V8, might give them a call and see what the difference is.
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06-30-2017, 09:36 PM | #9 |
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I've used a Fun Projects, Inc., 6v, positive ground, voltage regulator on my '35 fordor sedan, in place of the original cut-out, for the last ten years. This regulator works very well. Here's a link to their website.
http://www.funprojects.com/products/10505v.aspx Edit: Looks like the other guys beat me to the punch on this
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Re: '34 cut-out question
I also have the Fun Projects voltage regulator on my 34. My 6-volt battery and generator have never been happier.
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07-01-2017, 04:50 AM | #11 |
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Re: '34 cut-out question
Thanks for all the responses guys. Wow, was I miss-informed about the function of the cut-out! So, when driving without lights, what should the charge rate show on the ammeter- 4 or 5 amps? I'm a bit paranoid because I "boiled" a battery on the roadster I had a few years ago. I blamed it on the cut-out but now I see it probably had nothing to do with it!
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07-01-2017, 08:21 AM | #13 |
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John, you're probably right- I'm thinking the generator is the problem. I have adjusted the third brush many times and it seems to either not charge at all or it goes to 10 amps. doesn't seem to be any 'in between'.
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07-01-2017, 01:23 PM | #14 |
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Have the generator checked out by someone very knowledgeable with this stuff if you are not able to do so yourself. Then, and only then, get one of the Fun Projects voltage regulators and install it. Be happy.
The regulator from Fun is one of the very few "upgrade" items that I believe in for these old Fords. Otherwise I only go with real Henry made stuff. My opinion |
07-01-2017, 07:37 PM | #15 |
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I would sure like to know how the Fun Products unit can have "true field winding control" if it only has connections to the battery and the armature. On the early Ford generators one side of the field is permanetly grounded and the other side receives power from the third brush.
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07-01-2017, 07:45 PM | #16 |
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john regan owner of fun products is an electrical engineer and a heck of a nice guy too. call him and ask, he'll tell you how if you can speak the language. he's the guy wearing a top hat and talking non stop at chickasha ok swap meet. a model T man mainly, but has other fords too i believe.
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07-02-2017, 02:11 PM | #17 |
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I have had good experience using a Funspot Cutout/Regulator. I had one on my 35 when it caught fire in the engine area. The generator wiring burned up But the generator was fine after removing the Funspot regulator. The generator required rewiring and new Bearings and replacement of the generator brush springs. I put a New Funspot on it and it all works great! decided to remove the cover and see what might have happened to it. It looked fine and probably could have put it back on but to be on the safe side I replaced it. I have had a cut stick on on a 1932 Ford and watched the ampmeter melt out of the gage. I could not disconnect the bettery quick enough. I am very happy with the Funspot. Would and do recommend them. jm2cw Kerk
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07-02-2017, 05:39 PM | #19 |
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One of the fastest ways of cooking your generator is sticking points run a fun ,and you could also wire in a diode from Macs /Snyder's that will give you a back up ,Ted
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My mistake ! I should have posted the name as a FUN PRODUCTS unit. Sorry Kerk
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