I had this problem once on a 510, and the diode fixed the problem. It was
inserted in the line that runs to the indicator globe in the dash. An IN4007
diode should be fine. Its the right way around when the light still works
as it should.
Adam
----- Original Message -----
From: Patrick J. Horne <horne@cs.utexas.edu>
To: <Fred_Katz@ci.sf.ca.us>
Cc: Roadsters <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>; Daniel Beatty
<nowroc@pacifier.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2001 10:03 AM
Subject: Re: Run on Alternator
> As I recall some alternators need a diode in line with the excitation lead
from
> the ignition switch. I don't remember what the specs need to be on it,
but
> the problem is that the alternator is feeding some of its output back up
the
> wire to the switch, which is now open. This continues to supply power to
the
> coil. I will see if I can find any information in my records.
>
> Peace,
> Pat
>
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