<VV> Boiling Battery

[Ken Lundy]

I would like to say thank you to everyone who replied to my questions with
advice and suggestions.

I just ordered a Delco GM original voltage regulator from Clark’s. (part #
C860A) They have them in stock. I asked about switching to an electronic
unit, but was told that they can only be used with an alternator. I would
rather keep my 64 as original as possible and keep the generator.
I should have the new unit in a couple of days.

I’ve never replaced one of these before, but it looks pretty simple.
If anyone has any installation advice, I would greatly appreciate it!!

Regards,
Ken Lundy
64 Convertible
NJ



From:  <Sethracer at aol.com>
Date:  Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 12:39 PM
To:  Ken Lundy <klundy at optimum.net>
Subject:  Re: <VV> Boiling Battery

> Ken - I hope there is still a selection of replacements around. I have used
> both the mechanical style - like the original, and the electronic units. -
> Note, I am not sure if the electronic ones are available for the
> Generator-equipped cars like yours, I have a 66. Let us know what you find and
> how it works out after the replacement.
>  
> -Seth Emerson 
>  
> In a message dated 3/23/2014 7:36:32 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
> klundy at optimum.net writes:
>> After  running my 64 convertible this morning, I noticed the battery fluid
>> was  boiling over.
>> I measured the voltage at the battery terminals and got 16.9  volts.
>> I then tapped on the voltage regulator with a screwdriver handle and  the
>> voltage dropped to 14.6.
>> Measured again about 10 minutes later and  got 12.8.
>> Should I replace the regulator? Is there anything else that might  be causing
>> this voltage fluctuation?
>> 
>> Regards,
>> Ken  Lundy
>> NJ
>> 64 Monza  Convertible
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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