I am not a diesel mechanic but I try to capture what I learn as I work through different issues. I read everything I can find about the early L-Series Tractors. I understand the L175, L210, L225, L225DT, and L260 are essentially the same tractor except for differing engine size. Also the L225/L225DT has a 3 cyl engine and the 225DT has 4 wheel drive components. If you know other wise, let me know. I think the 1969-70 L200 is somewhat like these but didn't have headlights.

Sunday, February 11, 2007

Is Your Voltage Regulated?

Hard Starting? Make sure your battery is fully charged. It needs to be charging at about 14.5 Volts to stay pumped above 12.5V where it should be. If it drops below 12V don't expect to be starting a diesel.

I bought a battery charger and charged my battery to the top. It made a serious difference. My voltage regulator isn't regulatoring like it should. I wonder how many good batteries get replaced when it's the regulator. Anyone know a good substitute for the stock regulator.

posted by ironcross11 at 9:33 PM

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