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Voltage Regulator Replacement

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by zootin, May 4, 2017.

  1. May 4, 2017
    zootin

    zootin Member

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    To all,

    Recently, I was having overcharging issues with my 6t6 CJ5 V6. I was able to determine the original Motorola Voltage Regulator (TVR12W14) was at fault. So, with some research on the internet, I found a replacement. The replacement I found was a Standard VR114 and purchased at a local auto parts store for $30.00. The new regulator was installed today and works fine.

    For what it is worth,

    Frank
     
    zootin, May 4, 2017
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  2. May 4, 2017
    Howard Eisenhauer

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    Thanks :)

    H.
     
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  3. May 4, 2017
    FinoCJ

    FinoCJ 1970 CJ5 Staff Member

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    Thanks - always good to have part number info!
     
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  4. May 5, 2017
    zootin

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    Update,

    Never looked at the entire Standard Brand Box, but on the box it is printed, Made in the United States.

    Frank
     
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  5. May 5, 2017
    Glenn

    Glenn Kinda grumpy old man Staff Member

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    That is good news all around! :)
     
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  6. May 6, 2017
    Alan F

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    I know it's not for everyone, but I'd suggest to convert and upgrade to a Delco internally regulated alternator (10SI) for not a lot more money than the cost of the regulator alone, much less alternator too.
     
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  7. Feb 5, 2018
    Jonbbrew

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    Looking to do this now, is there any specific ones or amperage you suggest?
     
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    CJ51962

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    Depends on how many sparkies you’ve got running on the dash, lights, radio, electric fan, heater, wipers, etc.

    I believe 10si ~60amp is going to handle most average setups.
     
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  9. Feb 5, 2018
    FinoCJ

    FinoCJ 1970 CJ5 Staff Member

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    FWIW - I got a rebuilt Delco 10SI at 60amps from NAPA and it works great (you may want to check on the different clocking positions as some are a bit easier to hook up the wires to). I don't run a lot of accessories but am slowly adding some like an auxiliary heater (5A) and some USB charging ports (2.1A) as well as it does help with recharging after winching (although no alternator will produce amps to keep up with winch requirements as its pulling). I like the simplicity and clean appearance of removing the voltage regulator (10SI has it internally), but I like the 3 wire option so as to keep the amp light on the speedo cluster functioning.
     
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    Jonbbrew

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    Agreed. Main reasons why i am trying to convert, but electrical is not my specialty. Wanting a new amp light as teh cluster one is soooo tiny, plus maybe a meter. Finding a clean diagram is not the easiest either.
     
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  11. Feb 6, 2018
    CJ51962

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    I used to run LED bulbs in the cluster, but found they were so bright, it distracted me while driving. Check out the LED options - less amperage too, and should run for much longer than the incandescent bulbs.
     
    CJ51962, Feb 6, 2018
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