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Re: 8 volt battery goes dead
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 1/20/2015

I'd put a real ammeter from the generator to the regulator then watch the volts from the regulator to the battery. Also be ready to check the amp draw to the starter when it won't turn over.

Vintage 6 volt generators didn't have a lot of amps when new. They ... Login to read more.