340U Starting system Woes

Posted by DC-TX on February 17, 2006 at 08:36:01 from (207.69.137.27):

I have studied Bob's wiring diagrams and read every post, I think, about wiring. I just am rather dense about electrical systems.

-Problem: I can't keep the battery charged. It is a new battery, 2nd in several months due to my error. I surmise the unit is draining the battery when sitting, switch off and I likely need a diode(?) what ever that is, somewhere.

-System:
-Delco Remy alternator with batt connection and a 2 wire pigtail.
-Voltmeter, new, grounded from neg terminal per installation instructions.
Voltage regulator has been completely by-passed peradvice of a IH shop. I am told alternator has built in regulator.

-New coil with internal resistor.

-Voltmeter shows 12/13+ when running. After charging battery to get it started, voltmeter shows 14/16 until properly charged.

-How I have it wired: ( I am using proper gauge wires)
-From Alt: Pigtail #2 to Alt Batt Bolt.
Pigtail #1 not in use. I do not get a reading when I put a meter it.
-Alt Batt bolt to voltmeter on + side.

-From voltmeter on neg side:
-Grounded per above.
-Wire to starter post.
-Wire to ignition switch.
-Wire from ignition switch to push button starting switch.
-Wire from push button starting switch to starter solenoid.

I Hope this makes sense. I know someone out there can help me.

Thanks SO MUCH in advance-DC

Replies:

• Re: 340U Starting system Woes Paul in MN 19:34:08 02/17/06 (0)
• Re: 340U Starting system Woes El Toro 16:47:36 02/17/06 (0)
• Re: 340U Starting system Woes Brownie 45 12:19:08 02/17/06 (0)
• Re: 340U Starting system Woes DC-TC Con't 11:07:01 02/17/06 (1)
  • Re: 340U Starting system Woes old 11:59:05 02/17/06 (0)
• Re: 340U Starting system Woes Nat 2 09:42:20 02/17/06 (0)
• Re: 340U Starting system Woes old 09:18:04 02/17/06 (0)

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