1720 Alternator wiring problem

   / 1720 Alternator wiring problem
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#11  
You and the jinman agree. But where do I physically put the diode. Between the two wires? Thanks
 
   / 1720 Alternator wiring problem #12  
jnhelton said:
You and the jinman agree. But where do I physically put the diode. Between the two wires? Thanks

It should connect the W/R wires
 
   / 1720 Alternator wiring problem #13  
It should connect the W/R wires

You obviously know more details of the 1720 than I do, so I'll take a seat to the side and let you give what seems to be good and accurate advice. Thanks for chiming in and takin' up the slack.:thumbsup:
 
   / 1720 Alternator wiring problem
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#14  
Finally got the diode! I live in a tiny little town in AR. Everything here comes from 22 miles away, mail or ponyexpress.
In terms of current flow which side of the circuit gets blocked (alt or gauge)?
I want to thank youall for the help.
I do have another question. Can overheating cause temporary blowby? Does overheating change the viscosity of oil? I guess thats two questions.....
Thanks again
 
   / 1720 Alternator wiring problem #15  
jnhelton said:
Finally got the diode! I live in a tiny little town in AR. Everything here comes from 22 miles away, mail or ponyexpress.
In terms of current flow which side of the circuit gets blocked (alt or gauge)?
I want to thank youall for the help.
I do have another question. Can overheating cause temporary blowby? Does overheating change the viscosity of oil? I guess thats two questions.....
Thanks again

Hook up the diode, and reconnect all wiring. Key on-engine off, the alternator light should be on. If not, reverse the wires to the diode.

Overheating could cause temporary blowby, if the rings stick in the pistons. Usually, a cylinder scuffs, that's permanent. Overheating can cook the oil, changing it in many ways. Fix the overheat issues, change the oil and filter, and hope for the best
 
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#16  
Last entry on this thread. I recently bought this tractor. What precipitated the alternator question was that I blew a fan belt and found out I did'nt have an alt warning light or a working temp gauge. Well the light and gauge work properly now but it turns out that it was too late for the engine. Anyone have a recommendation for finding a rebuilt engine? Thanks again youall.
 

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