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bigstew · 01-15-2005, 07:34 PM

my driver right now is a 81 bronco, but just until i get my sub going. but i need some advice on the wiring. i have put a new alternator, new battery, and a new voltage regulater on it. the problem is the alternator will not charge the battery. i just got the alternator tested and it is putting out 15 volts. when it is in the bronco it is only putting out 11.50 volts. what else could be the problem? im real close to fixing it with a rag in the gas tank and setting the rag on fire.thanks

*bisquik65* · 01-15-2005, 08:05 PM

Switch the 2 wires that push on the rear of the alt. That should do it. Common problem with a motorola alt and of course F*rd.

I have a 84 mercury marqui wagon with 62,000 miles and a rod ready to fly, so i picked up a 89 cougar at the local auction for $125 . hit in the front See pic. and guess what ? It has the 3.8 supercharged motor in it. I see hot rod sleeper wagon.!!!!!!!!!!!!

68LSS1 · 01-15-2005, 11:01 PM

Check the fusible links off of the solenoid.

72 CustomCamper · 01-16-2005, 12:59 AM

Put a cherry bomb in the gas tank and run like he!!...

Chuck

Hoods69BadBowTie · 01-16-2005, 04:21 AM

72 Custom Camper is on the right track, LMFAO though. It sounds like its grounding out some where probably beacause its a fo*d, no it is probably just grounding out somewhere. Check the wires to make sure they are not frayed and make sure you have the alternator belt tight.
-Peace

Florida Mike · 01-17-2005, 12:17 AM

Take a second look at that voltage regulator if all else fails, I used to work
at a parts house, those things were good for all sorts of problems. They will commonly stick causing you to have a dead short ( constant drain on the battery)....Good luck
mike

fde2blk · 08-14-2005, 01:52 AM

[/B][/U]no ford letter words

farmaller · 08-14-2005, 02:47 PM

Also check the condition of the wireing, look for any crushed or rubbed threw spots that might have cause the wire to corrode, I had this happen a couple of times.

cableguy0 · 08-14-2005, 02:58 PM

those old trucks are a fire waiting to happen as far as wiring goes. start tracing wires and looking for burnt spots or melted spots. also while your at it with the wiring nightmare take apart the bulkhead connector between the under hood and under dash unit and make sure none of the connections there are fried. dont be surprised to see a melted bunch of plastic and wires

squizzleboy · 08-14-2005, 08:47 PM

I agree. Put the rag in the tank and light it.

01-15-2005, 07:34 PM	#1
bigstew Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 112	need help with a ford(sorry) my driver right now is a 81 bronco, but just until i get my sub going. but i need some advice on the wiring. i have put a new alternator, new battery, and a new voltage regulater on it. the problem is the alternator will not charge the battery. i just got the alternator tested and it is putting out 15 volts. when it is in the bronco it is only putting out 11.50 volts. what else could be the problem? im real close to fixing it with a rag in the gas tank and setting the rag on fire.thanks

01-15-2005, 08:05 PM	#2
bisquik65 Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: N.C. high country Posts: 6,107	Switch the 2 wires that push on the rear of the alt. That should do it. Common problem with a motorola alt and of course F*rd. I have a 84 mercury marqui wagon with 62,000 miles and a rod ready to fly, so i picked up a 89 cougar at the local auction for $125 . hit in the front See pic. and guess what ? It has the 3.8 supercharged motor in it. I see hot rod sleeper wagon.!!!!!!!!!!!! Attached Images

01-15-2005, 11:01 PM	#3
68LSS1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,191	Check the fusible links off of the solenoid. __________________ '68 Short Step LS1/T56, Hydratech, Fatman Fabrications Stage III, Baer, Hot Rods to Hell, US Body, S&W, etc

01-16-2005, 12:59 AM	#4
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,368	Put a cherry bomb in the gas tank and run like he!!... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

01-16-2005, 04:21 AM	#5
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	72 Custom Camper is on the right track, LMFAO though. It sounds like its grounding out some where probably beacause its a fod, no it is probably just grounding out somewhere. Check the wires to make sure they are not frayed and make sure you have the alternator belt tight. -Peace __________________ HOODS is what I answer too* -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

01-17-2005, 12:17 AM	#6
Florida Mike Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Seffner, Florida Posts: 88	Take a second look at that voltage regulator if all else fails, I used to work at a parts house, those things were good for all sorts of problems. They will commonly stick causing you to have a dead short ( constant drain on the battery)....Good luck mike

08-14-2005, 01:52 AM	#7
fde2blk Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: wa Posts: 25	[/B][/U]no ford letter words

08-14-2005, 02:47 PM	#8
farmaller Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Rudolph, WI. Posts: 66	Also check the condition of the wireing, look for any crushed or rubbed threw spots that might have cause the wire to corrode, I had this happen a couple of times. __________________ Currently helping a Friend build a 71 Custom Camper into his dream truck Guess that makes me the Middle man since he asks questions and I search for the answers

08-14-2005, 02:58 PM	#9
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	those old trucks are a fire waiting to happen as far as wiring goes. start tracing wires and looking for burnt spots or melted spots. also while your at it with the wiring nightmare take apart the bulkhead connector between the under hood and under dash unit and make sure none of the connections there are fried. dont be surprised to see a melted bunch of plastic and wires __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

08-14-2005, 08:47 PM	#10
squizzleboy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: california Posts: 111	I agree. Put the rag in the tank and light it. __________________ 63 chevy 350 crate th350 silverado seats american autowire harness



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