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  1. cpf240

    M1009 Gen 1 issues- im confused

    I should have been more specific, as Warthog was. Yes, both alts put out only 12v, but GEN 2 is using the 12v output of GEN 1 as its ground reference. Which is why GEN 2 *MUST* be an isolated-ground alternator. So, when measured from chassis ground to output of GEN 2, you get 24v. GEN 2 using...
  2. cpf240

    M1009 Gen 1 issues- im confused

    Both GEN lights should come on when you have "key on, engine off" and go out once the engine is running and the alts have reached the proper rpm to start charging, sometimes requiring a blip on the throttle. If the GEN bulbs are bad, the associated alt will not charge. Remember that the bulbs...
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