I read all the responses to this lister's query and they were certainly
comprehensive and
informative. All I'd add is this. On the assumption the car is entirely
standard (stock)
with nothing unusual in terms of additional electrical equipment, the ammeter
needle will
(should) usually point very slightly to the charge (+) side of zero with the
engine
running at about 2000rpm upwards.
If it doesn't and there is an indication of a constant but small discharge,
either the
load is excessive because more demanding equipment is in use or the
gnerator/alternator
needs attending to.
Jonmac
Current Book: IN THE SHADOW OF MY FATHER
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