>Date: Thu, 3 Jul 1997 19:58:33 -0500 (CDT)
>From: drded@ix.netcom.com (David Deutsch)
>Subject: An MG question for those with electrical smarts
>
>This was forwarded to me and I don't know the answer. "a little help
>here" Safety Fast, David " seem the older I get the more I don't know"
>Deutsch
>
>You wrote:
>>
>>How many amps drawdown should there be on a 76MGB with all loads
>removed
>>exc
>>ept the alternator and starter connectuions? I'm getting 18 m/ amps
>and
>>this seems like a whole bunch.
Dan Masters Reply:
>David:
>
>I am no expert, but looking at the schematic for the Lucas alternators, there
>is a constant path for current flow through the regulator, even with
>everything off. Since none of the books I have give values for the internal
>components, it's just a guess, but 18 ma seems about right.
>
>Dan Masters,
>Alcoa, TN
Dan was right! The bridge circuit in any alternator is always working
and creating a drain on the electrical system. If I will not be driving
my car for a couple weeks I always pull the connector from the alternator
to save the battery.
With the plug removed from the alternator there should be zero current
with the key in the off position, headlight switch off and all fuses in
place.
John Knight '73 MGB (under restoration)
"If uniqueness makes us who we are, why be like everyone else?"
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