I have long suspected that the voltage regulator on my SV was dying. The ammeter needle would frequently jiggle and the headlights would sometimes pulse. Yesterday the ignition light came on while I was driving and stayed on, so I decided that today was finally the day to install the Datsun/Hitachi alternator that I got from Jim E several years ago. Everything went together fine, and I believe I have it wired correctly. The car starts fine and the ammeter reads a steady charge. Jim had put a light in the circuit rather than a resistor. This light seems to work fine (that is, it comes on when the key is turned and goes out when the accelerator is hit) and I understand that the setup won't work without it. However, the original ignition light is still on and glowing steadily.
I haven't yet removed anything from the system (I'll be asking about that shortly) and right now just have some extra wires hanging over the fender. Is the fact that the stock light is staying on anything to worry about? Can I just wire it into the circuit in place of the one Jim had?
Thanks.
I haven't yet removed anything from the system (I'll be asking about that shortly) and right now just have some extra wires hanging over the fender. Is the fact that the stock light is staying on anything to worry about? Can I just wire it into the circuit in place of the one Jim had?
Thanks.