mechanical vs solid state
#11
06-08-2010, 12:13 AM
+1 on the Accel. I put in a new Accel reg in my '77 XLCR back in '82 and I replaced it again in '96 or so and that one is still going strong. My reg is behind my cafe fairing and it is a PITA to get off so I remember when I have to replace that unit. Hey, good luck with your next reg and ride safe out there!
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06-08-2010, 12:57 AM
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06-08-2010, 11:02 AM
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06-08-2010, 09:23 PM
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The Chevy regulator was a Delco Remy. They were a so-called direct swap, but in reality they were set up for the higher output of a car generator, and should be adjusted. Very few people know how to make the adjustments any more. Without the adjustments there is always the possibility of overcharging the battery
What company made your 2 bad-outta-the-box regulators? I've never gotten a bad one from Accel.
What company made your 2 bad-outta-the-box regulators? I've never gotten a bad one from Accel.
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06-08-2010, 09:27 PM
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[quote=47Harley;6828098]I run a mechanical on my '77 XLCH off of a '69 VW Beetle it's a direct bolt on. They only cost $30 and most local part stores stock them so I don't have to wait. Been running the same one for 3 years now and only cleaned the contact poits once.[/quote
http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/196...regulator.html
is this it and if it is whats your hook up???
http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/196...regulator.html
is this it and if it is whats your hook up???
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