Hi Randall and guys,
I should know how to handle this by now, but I need to run it by you for
confirmation.
The charging circuit on my TR3A seems to have quit suddenly....it's positive
ground.
Here's the scenario: I was replacing the gaskets on the front HS-6 and
needed to get the wrench in the very small space between the block and inner
fender to release the banjo bolt. After the operation I noticed the ignition
light
remained with the engine reving. The ammeter dropped into the negative when
I turned on the lights so the circuit seems to be OK.
Could I have somehow unpolarized the generator by inadvertently touching the
field and power connections on the back side of the generator as I swung the
wrench? I did notice a bare spot on the field wire and these connectors are
very close to the swing of a wrench when removing the banjo bolt on the front
carb.
I've already ordered a new regulator as the generator checks out OK, but
wondering if it is necessary...the regulator is only 4 years old. Could you
please repeat instructions to repolarize if this is the case...I stupidly
discarded the original. Is there anything I need to be aware of if I change
out the
regulator?
Thanks so much for your help.
Bob Stahlbush
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