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Old 10-05-2009
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To solve the possible ammeter problem replace it with a voltmeter and run the alternator output direct to the battery - house battery if using an Echocharge, or direct to the Main switch and thence to the batteries. With a heavier gauge wire of course such as 4 or 6 gauge depending on alternator output. This will not limit the charge your batteries are getting. I can't see how the voltage regulator would cause this and you say your alternator is charging ok - 14+ volts. You say you have an off the scale draw on the ignition circuit with the switch off. What are you measuring between to get this?
Brian
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