02-08-2004, 09:51 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Oakland, California
Posts: 413
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Originally posted by papajam
... and 3) there's no voltage at the DF terminal;
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Later this morning I'll try the regulator bypass test you recommend. From what I understand, the only difference between alternators and generators is the method by which they produce power. In other words, the output of both will look the same since the alternator converts to DC anyway. If the purpose of this test is to check non-regulated output then it should work equally well for generators and alternators. Still, I think I'm flogging a dead generator.... 
The Bosch voltage regulator numbers are as follows:
0 190 350 055 (old)
0 190 350 005 (new)
Apparently none of my part numbers match what's in the book.
In the meantime I'll get all the parts I'll need for an alternator conversion. Thanks Dean for the link to that article -- it was very helpful. One quick question about that: is it necessary to remove the radiator and fan before swapping out the generator?
Thanks for all this great advice. Electrical problems are always a tough nut to crack.
Aaron
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