104 charging

[Everettlee]

My 104 charges the battery at 16.02volts
Normally I look for just over 14 volts
Is this an issue?

 

[mfrade]

Yes. Check grounds, all of them. you'll slowly boil the battery dry if allowed to continue.
I'd think the regulator isn't cycling and it needs the ground circuit for control. Just a guess from here.

 

[Everettlee]

Thank you! Certainly easy enough to check
Repairs that are inexpensive are preferred

 

[gpapa]

I believe there is a procedure for adjusting the voltage regulator somewhere in the service manual. I'm sure someone on the forum has it.

 

[Everettlee]

This tractor is a recent addition……. Older than anything I have ever owned
I appreciate the help
Previous owner made a bit of a weight rack on the rear at the hitch and moved the battery back there and put a larger battery there. Looks like it belongs in a pickup

 

[Everettlee]

I believe there is a procedure for adjusting the voltage regulator somewhere in the service manual. I'm sure someone on the forum has it.

I just found this! I had no idea the voltage could be adjusted. first I will check grounding then adjust if necessary

THANK YOU EVERYONE

 

[Neil Mullins]

Adjusting on V Regulator would be a last resort for me. Definitely check all grounding points first.

 

[gpapa]

Bad grounds are a very common problem; check the wiring as well as the ground connections. I have seen some badly oxidized wire under the insulators. 16+ volts will boil out the battery. Good luck.