charging problem

1981 FORD F-350
80,000 MILES • 5.8L • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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VICTOR-LEE
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It has a new alternator, voltage regulator, but still won't charge.
Apr 10, 2020 at 12:56 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Did you verify power to the big terminal on the alternator from the battery?

Check for power to the alternator and the regulator.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

What is the charging system voltage running?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Roy
Apr 16, 2020 at 8:55 PM
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