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melpomeneba@yahoo.com - 26 Oct 2006 15:22 GMT

Hello All,
I was hoping someone could help with an issue I have with my '65
Mustang convertible. After the car has been running for a while, the
"ALT" indicator and headlights start flashing. I have noticed that the
"ALT" indicator flashes when you use the brake or turn signals, but it
isn't as often as with the headlights. I have tried replacing the
battery and headlights to no avail.

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nospam - 26 Oct 2006 21:45 GMT

You should replace the regulator. The newer replacements are solid state and
not mechanical. Even if that doesn't fix it (which it probably will unless
the alternator is going bad) it's a good idea to put in a modern regulator
anyway.
Also double check all of the connections and plugs in the charging system
for corrosion.
Dave

> Hello All,
> I was hoping someone could help with an issue I have with my '65
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> isn't as often as with the headlights. I have tried replacing the
> battery and headlights to no avail.

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walt peifer - 27 Oct 2006 16:22 GMT

> You should replace the regulator. The newer replacements are solid state
> and not mechanical. Even if that doesn't fix it (which it probably will
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>> isn't as often as with the headlights. I have tried replacing the
>> battery and headlights to no avail.

also check the headlight switch sometimes they get weak or correded and draw
too much,

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