squonk 41,021 #1 Posted June 18, 2020 Just got a 1075. The Genny light glows brighter as you rev the engine up. Too hot for my tootsies today to hook up a meter and start checking. I'm assuming something is connected backwards. Any body ever see this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,271 #2 Posted June 18, 2020 (edited) I remember asking about this when I was looking at one of Trina's tractors during a rebuild. I'm sure you're well aware but that light has to be a very particular type of setup. Somebody probably installed an indicator or idiot light in there when it should be a generator lamp. If you don't have it right handy I can get you a part number from one of the boxes I saved... Edited June 18, 2020 by ebinmaine Correct autocorrect 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #3 Posted June 18, 2020 I don't remember that. Maybe it was someone else? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,271 #4 Posted June 18, 2020 18 minutes ago, squonk said: I don't remember that. Maybe it was someone else? Sorry about that Mike. My phone auto corrected and added that "you"... It was, I think, either Paul or Richard @pfrederi @953 nut 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,127 #5 Posted June 18, 2020 Pretty sure you'll find that to be the factory indicator bulb on there Mike, I know I never messed with it. Don't know why, light always worked that way from the day I got it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #6 Posted June 18, 2020 I love a challenge! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,071 #7 Posted June 18, 2020 Mike, the two wires on the S/G light are supposed to be insulated from ground and one-another in the socket. Like many other things on our tractors the ravages of time can take their toll on the socket. Easy for these wires to come into contact with each-other. If they touch or the insulation between the two parts in the socket breaks down the light will be on anytime the key is on and the socket has no ventilation. The lamp # should be 57. I would suggest you buy a Cole-Hersee PL 20RC000 and replace the old one. It is a direct replacement item. 6 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #8 Posted June 18, 2020 Thanks Richard. I was reading about alternator idiot lights and voltage balance. Got some good ideas. I'll be sitting on my stool with my big honkin fan going. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D_Mac 8,593 #9 Posted June 19, 2020 I thought you ment this Genny Light. Good Luck with the new tractor ! 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey the Monkey 697 #10 Posted June 19, 2020 @D_Mac...me too. I read Genny light and started looking for the nearest bathroom as my stomach started to turn 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #11 Posted June 19, 2020 1 hour ago, Mikey the Monkey said: @D_Mac...me too. I read Genny light and started looking for the nearest bathroom as my stomach started to turn Hey! It ain't Creme-Ale!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,349 #12 Posted June 19, 2020 nothing like the taste of a cold Genny Screamer on a hot day 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,775 #13 Posted June 19, 2020 Thank you Richard I have been trying to save ones like your first pic. Maybe not worth the effort now that I know new ones are available. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #14 Posted June 19, 2020 Found 2 culprits right off the bat. (No pun intended) Ground lug is shot. and also notice the white wire at the center lug of the regulator is going to ground instead of battery positive. Going to investigate things more before moving it. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,775 #15 Posted June 19, 2020 Wow who was the PO?? Anyone we know? He's really got things knackered! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #16 Posted June 19, 2020 6 hours ago, WHX24 said: Wow who was the PO?? Anyone we know? He's really got things knackered! Pretty sure that's how he got it. This tractor had electrical issues Joseph Lucas would have been proud off when he acquired it. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,127 #17 Posted June 20, 2020 Wonder if the ground lug was damaged when the coil fried? Remember, that ignition switch was burnt out then too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,295 #19 Posted June 20, 2020 @squonk Skunky for some one on sick who can't work their regular job , you sure have been busy. 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #20 Posted June 20, 2020 10 hours ago, elcamino/wheelhorse said: @squonk Skunky for some one on sick who can't work their regular job , you sure have been busy. Can't climb ladders and can't kneel on my left knee but I can raise the tractor in the air and sit on a chair. Gotta keep the brain working. People say it's the first thing to go. I wear myself out so much I fall asleep at physical therapy! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #21 Posted June 20, 2020 10 hours ago, AMC RULES said: I got that printed out. I'm going to check every wire landing location before I move the center regulator wire. Had to drive to Syracuse to get the hood shot with a spectrophotometer yesterday so no more electrical progress. Did get a pint of paint. We'll see how it looks 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,071 #22 Posted June 20, 2020 11 hours ago, squonk said: Joseph Lucas would have been proud 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #23 Posted June 20, 2020 13 hours ago, AMC RULES said: Wonder if the ground lug was damaged when the coil fried? Remember, that ignition switch was burnt out then too. It looked like someone forced the 1/2" bolt through the lug and broke it. On my way to Syracuse I stopped at my local electrical repair shop and had them make me a new ground cable. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,021 #24 Posted June 20, 2020 Looky what else I found! 1 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
