Re: A generator queery

Posted by John T on August 30, 2005 at 07:33:44 from (66.244.90.98):

In Reply to: A generator queery posted by holcombwa on August 29, 2005 at 21:41:06:

Stan, I havent used Farmalls in years so my recall is weak, but as best I can remember, heres my thoughts:

I would have the Generator looked at and rebuilt if needed (besides just the bushing/bearings) and if you use a full fledged 3 or 4 wire Voltage Regulator (to replace a 2 wire cutout relay and light switch field controller if it had that) you get better control/regulation then using the light switch type control. HOWEVER, if originality is an issue and if it had the light switch type of field control, I would get a brand spanking new switch. If it uses the light switch type field current control (versus a VR) I would either insure the old 2 wire cutout relay is working fine or replace it also. Dont forget to Polarize the new Generator!!!!!!!

Many of those Delco bearings n bushings are readily available from generator repair shops or even NAPA.

Hows the ammeter look and work?? If any doubt, I would get a new one.

Hows the Ignition/Kill switch??? Again, if any doubt, I would get a new one also.

John T, retired electrical engineer in Indiana

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