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Strange glitch in my electrical system that has me stumped. I have a conventional (3 wire) alternator, solid state regulator and a new Optima battery. Replaced my amp gauge with a voltmeter and connected the amp gauge terminals. Everything works as it should, except for intermittent non charging of my battery as evidenced by low voltage on the gauge and my gen light illuminating. Hang on, there's more: it only does this after high rpm antics and will return to normal operation after a few minutes of regular driving. It doesn't always do this and there's no discern able pattern other than post red line cut out. Any thoughts?
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It wasn't clear to me when all the new components were added, and when the problem appeared.
However, based on your comment about doing this after 'red line cut out' I'm going to guess that your electronic voltage regulator may be protecting the system from over voltage. The alternator maybe over speeding at your red line (maybe more than stock??) and it detects an over voltage before it can regulate the field.
It then resets itself.
I'd look to the voltage regulator manual or call the manufacturer to find out if it has an overvoltage protection circuit.
Good luck!
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