Dave wrote:
> Was driving the '74B sunday when all of a sudden a fairly loud whine
> came out of the radio. At the same time the "fasten seat belt" light
> started to glow. sounded like it was trying to buzz too. I notice the
> noises got louder with higher engine revs. sounds to me like some kind
> of voltage transfer. before I pull the radio, I thought I would check
> out the advise of the list. I have only owned this one for 4 months but
> never heard this noise. All other electrics seem fine. Any advise is
> appreciated!
>
> Dave Ciaccio
> '74B
> '76B
Dave-
I think the radio whine was a symptom but not the cause. My guess would
be a malfunction in the alternator/voltage regulator. It wouldn't be
adviseable to run it in this condition long but a fast check of voltage w/
the car running should tell you the story. If the battery is up the voltage
w/ the car not running should be 12+. The high normal voltage w/ the car
running should not be over a high 13 or low 14. Your observation that the
noise increased w/ rpm is the key and a good observation on your part.
--
Larry Dickstein
Lone Jack, MO
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