April 2017
Generator and Altenator
Apr/28/2017 Filed in: Phase IV
The generator and new regulator are back on, charging strong! We took the Jeep out for a test drive. After returning we noticed a little fuel leaking from the fitting at the fuel pump. This is just part of the tweaking we have to do to get it “ship shape” and ready for this season’s parades and shows.
Generator Allignment
Apr/17/2017 Filed in: Phase IV
In working with the 12 volt conversion generator we noticed that the pulley was not properly aligned with the other pulleys. It was about 1/2 inch short. To fix the problem we hand to trim the generator bracket, relocate the bolt wholes and add a few more washers for spacers.
Regulator Fail!
Apr/16/2017 Filed in: Phase IV
After rebuilding the generator and reinstalling it we watched the gauge jump to 14 volts as the refurbished generator got back to work. We drove the Jeep a few times around the block and parked it. About 15 minutes later we noticed smoke coming from the engine bay. It was the generator bellowing out smoke with that terrible odor of burnt wiring. It turns out we had a regulator failure and it shorted out the generator, destroying the armature. Restoration is not a perfect road!
* Note:
We may have been the cause of the regulator failure!
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Rebuilding the Generator
Apr/02/2017 Filed in: Phase IV
The Jeep was making a squealing sound after driving it for a short time. It sounded like a failing bearing. We suspect the generator so we rebuild it.
* Note: This turned out to be a misdiagnosis. [See Learning Curve]
Starting Season 6
Apr/02/2017 Filed in: Phase IV
The unwrapping! Taking the cover off after the winter break is always a thrill. We’re starting the 6th Season since we purchased the Jeep.
