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Post by supersaki on Sept 19, 2010 13:13:59 GMT -5
Im sure most of us are aware of the problem with the original rectifiers on these bikes.Whether you are replacing the rectifier with a new one or not , make sure that the battery case is earthed to the frame especially if you have had the frame and battery case painted or coated.Also Make sure that the mounting point (hole) for the rectifier is clean and has a good earth.Failure to make sure the rectifier has a good earth will result in premature failure of the unit,new or old.
Hope this helps
Regards Roy.
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Post by steveuk on Sept 19, 2010 13:25:14 GMT -5
If in doubt just run a seperate earth wire from the nut of the rectifier mounting to the negative terminal of the battery
steve
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Post by maleric on Sept 19, 2010 19:31:24 GMT -5
Jess,
Can you comment on this one?
Sam once told me that I could powder coat my battery boxes, and I did that. I haven't ridden them (very much) since then, but I would like to know if I should go ahead and do this modification on my bikes.
Thanks,
Eric
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Post by steveuk on Sept 20, 2010 8:19:00 GMT -5
its not a mod just if you think you have not got a good enough earth then try running a seperate earth
steve
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Post by Jess on Sept 20, 2010 15:34:15 GMT -5
The rectifier was a weak design from the factory. My replacements have a separate ground wire that should be attached to a good ground.
From the factory the rectifier grounded through the mounting stud, which was fine, but the rectifier was substandard to begin with. Due to the strain on any rectifier, I believe it is important to get a solid ground. Therefore, I think they all should be grounded separately.
Finally, powder coat is an outstanding insulator and therefore makes grounding difficult. That is why I do not ever suggest powder coating frames.
Again, Just my opinion.
Best,
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