Re: Regulator, how does it break?

Posted by MarkPBG on Mar 29, 2012; 1:55am
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/Regulator-how-does-it-break-tp3865650p3866520.html

SgtSlag…. I bought a new solid state rectifier and separate solid state voltage regulator from that guy. If they're not over engineered, I'd like to know how they weight twice what the originals do! (got the two separate units so it would be a direct plug in replacement for the bike)

He has an EXCELLENT page on testing every part of the charging system on his page too….

Click on Honda SOHC four link, then scroll down to the bottom.

He also says exactly what wires to hook the meter to, what to set the meter to, and what every reading should be. Just like what you put up here. :) I'm following the test procedure before replacing them, because  he shows you where if some things fail a certain test, it indicates a wiring problem and not a regulator or rectifier, so I want to make sure my wiring is good before installing them!

P.S. Glad you guys posted his link, his stuff really feels well made (not going to tear them open and look at the quality of the components, obviously) But you know you can just tell when someone is selling you junk, and when you're getting the good stuff. :)