13 to 15 volts is OK...if it was lower I'd be worried.
Rick
----- Original Message -----
From: <Louk2@aol.com>
To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 18, 2003 8:08 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] 12 volt adj
> Members,
>
> I have a newer alternator on my 51 pickup, it is the correct GM unit that
was
> used with my 305 from the late 70's (not a one wire). Anyway, I built my
own
> wiring harness hooked up everything and now I'm reading 14.5 volts as
output.
>
> I understand this can be a problem. I have never driven the truck so no
> damage yet or history on how it works. But before I blow anything I was
wondering
> if any one can give me advice on this. Is it possible to adjust the
> alternator down to 12 volts output.
>
> Could a lack of resistance in my wiring be a problem, should I ignore it
or
> should I go out and buy a one wire? I have no real experience on this.
>
> Thanks for any feed back.
>
> Lou K
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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