6wheeler 603 #1 Posted April 25, 2021 (edited) Hi all. I have a question on my C-160 automatic. So, finally? After 10 years( I am not complaining), the battery died. But? Before that happened? The voltage regulator had enough of my crap. I put on a new one. We were good again. But? The voltmeter got off the reservation shortly afterwards. I tested the stator before the new regulator and was getting 28 ac/dc v. I know that is just a touch low.30 is ideal. But? It worked. I had 14.2 dcv at full throttle at the battery w/multimeter. Now? With the new battery? I am getting 15dcv. To me? That's a bit high. Any thoughts? Also? Looking for a decent analog voltage meter. Thoughts on those also. Thanks Pat Edited April 25, 2021 by 6wheeler Thought you all may like a pic of the animal. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,520 #2 Posted April 25, 2021 Nothing is way too far out of range with your numbers, Compare your Voltmeter to a reading from a DVOM meter and compare. I do not see a problem with anything. Others will chime in soon !!! Love the C160 !!! Beast of a machine !!! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,155 #3 Posted April 25, 2021 Check it with a multimeter first. These things rarely overcharge. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #4 Posted April 25, 2021 but I'm curious about those rear wheels... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #5 Posted April 25, 2021 2 hours ago, 6wheeler said: Looking for a decent analog voltage meter. Thoughts on those also. Thanks Pat Hey Pat, is the voltage meter for the tractor or like a multimeter, I am guessing the tractor but want to make sure? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,520 #6 Posted April 25, 2021 1 hour ago, roadapples said: but I'm curious about those rear wheels... Factory weights? Or what ....something else??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
6wheeler 603 #7 Posted April 25, 2021 1 hour ago, roadapples said: but I'm curious about those rear wheels... Firstly? I assume you are asking about my tractor and not jm3's.( which incidentally? Is very nice). My goal was to narrow the tractor down as far as possible. This is to cultivate between the rows in the gardens. It is now at 32 inches wide. The rear tires and wheels are from a walk behind tractor. The bolt pattern is the same. The fronts are from a rear tine tiller. Which I narrowed an tapped for grease fittings. I run brass bushings in front. So? No spindle damage. 42 minutes ago, WheelHorse520H said: Hey Pat, is the voltage meter for the tractor or like a multimeter, I am guessing the tractor but want to make sure? Secondly? The voltmeter is original to the tractor. I tested everything with my multimeter because? The voltmeters cannot be 100% accurate. Plus? The voltmeter doesn't work. I am going to put a new one on it. That's why I was wondering what kind others have used.😁 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #8 Posted April 25, 2021 Thankfully I have not had to replace a voltmeter yet, so I am no help to you there. 4 minutes ago, 6wheeler said: The voltmeters cannot be 100% accurate. Preaching to the quire, my multimeter and the voltmeter on my 520 show two numbers, the one on the tractor is good for an estimate but I still don’t trust it too much. I am sure someone else here can help you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
