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71-longbed · 01-03-2006, 01:52 AM

1 block away from my place .... ive probaly driven 150 miles in the last couple days .. i was almost home and i came around the corner and the engine lugged down and died.... hit the key and nothing ..
had a friend jump it .. fired right up ... gonna swap alt's tomorrow ... hope that fixes the problem ... could it maybe the be the voltage reg ?

**tnblazerk5** · 01-03-2006, 01:58 AM

i love your avatar thats

sorry about your truck

**Palf70Step** · 01-03-2006, 07:40 AM

Yes it could be your regulator, but check the alternator first. I know way back, we always use to put on a new regulator when we swapped alternators. Why?..I don't really know, probably some old wives tale about them needing to match up.

**truckdude239** · 01-03-2006, 10:02 AM

if it is the alternator and you are still on an ext. voltage regulator i'd remond switch in to an internal. my ext volt reg went bad and i got 3 of them from the parts store and all of them didn't work right so i sent 38.88 on an int reg alternator of an 83 chevy k-10 4x4 with 305 took about 30 mins heres the link http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=119379 just follow it is is alsome

**special-K** · 01-03-2006, 11:30 AM

All newer vehicles get a new reg. when alternator is replaced,so...
Check connections first.

ChevLoRay · 01-03-2006, 11:35 AM

What kind of ignition system? Points/Condenser or HEI?

Reason I ask is I had a problem when the wire inside the distributor to the pickup module, had a break that only showed up when I let off of the gas, letting the "breaker" plate move as the vacuum level changed (increased). It may be clutching at straws, but I can't be the only one who ever has had that problem.

blazerparts · 01-03-2006, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

All newer vehicles get a new reg. when alternator is replaced,so...
Check connections first.

That's where I'd start, battery terminals and wiring at the alt.

71-longbed · 01-03-2006, 01:32 PM

i swapped alt's this morning ... and it fired right up and idled ok ....all seems well ... thanks for all the posts guys ..peace

71-longbed · 01-15-2006, 11:19 AM

had the old alt. tested for $hits and Jiggles ... failed across the board ....

whats the best way to test a voltage regulator on the bench .. i have a used spare one.. and i'd like to know if its good ... anyone done this before

01-03-2006, 01:52 AM	#1
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	the 71 died on me .. 1 block away from my place .... ive probaly driven 150 miles in the last couple days .. i was almost home and i came around the corner and the engine lugged down and died.... hit the key and nothing .. had a friend jump it .. fired right up ... gonna swap alt's tomorrow ... hope that fixes the problem ... could it maybe the be the voltage reg ? __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.

01-03-2006, 01:58 AM	#2
tnblazerk5 User #12137 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: kingsport,upper east tenn Posts: 11,598	Re: the 71 died on me .. i love your avatar thats sorry about your truck

01-03-2006, 07:40 AM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,820	Re: the 71 died on me .. Yes it could be your regulator, but check the alternator first. I know way back, we always use to put on a new regulator when we swapped alternators. Why?..I don't really know, probably some old wives tale about them needing to match up. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-03-2006, 10:02 AM	#4
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,233	Re: the 71 died on me .. if it is the alternator and you are still on an ext. voltage regulator i'd remond switch in to an internal. my ext volt reg went bad and i got 3 of them from the parts store and all of them didn't work right so i sent 38.88 on an int reg alternator of an 83 chevy k-10 4x4 with 305 took about 30 mins heres the link http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=119379 just follow it is is alsome __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

01-03-2006, 11:30 AM	#5
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01-03-2006, 11:35 AM	#6
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: the 71 died on me .. What kind of ignition system? Points/Condenser or HEI? Reason I ask is I had a problem when the wire inside the distributor to the pickup module, had a break that only showed up when I let off of the gas, letting the "breaker" plate move as the vacuum level changed (increased). It may be clutching at straws, but I can't be the only one who ever has had that problem. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

01-03-2006, 01:32 PM	#8
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	Re: the 71 died on me .. i swapped alt's this morning ... and it fired right up and idled ok ....all seems well ... thanks for all the posts guys ..peace __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.

01-15-2006, 11:19 AM	#9
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	Re: the 71 died on me .. had the old alt. tested for $hits and Jiggles ... failed across the board .... whats the best way to test a voltage regulator on the bench .. i have a used spare one.. and i'd like to know if its good ... anyone done this before __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.



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