So, the old 8N, front mount distributor, 1949
model, will crank up and run well for a while,
then will crank but not start unless the
battery is recharged. I'm assuming alternator
issues -- 12V conversion before I bought it. I
get 12+ volts at the battery even when running.
Ammeter shows negative when lights are turned
on, about zero when off. Removed alternator --
one wire type -- to take to parts place for
checking. Figured I should replace cracked
belt. Do you REALLY have to remove the fan to
get the belt off? I did that, but figured
there had to be a better way. . . .
Let me know if I've messed things up!!
model, will crank up and run well for a while,
then will crank but not start unless the
battery is recharged. I'm assuming alternator
issues -- 12V conversion before I bought it. I
get 12+ volts at the battery even when running.
Ammeter shows negative when lights are turned
on, about zero when off. Removed alternator --
one wire type -- to take to parts place for
checking. Figured I should replace cracked
belt. Do you REALLY have to remove the fan to
get the belt off? I did that, but figured
there had to be a better way. . . .
Let me know if I've messed things up!!