The charging system worked until I cleaned the bulkhead wires?

CHARLES

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1965 PLYMOUTH FURY
5.2L
V8
AUTOMATIC
67,000 MILES

The reason for cleaning somethings works inside and others don't. I assume the mentioned bulkhead is the plastic block that connects to the firewall that wires pass through to the inside. I changed alternator and the voltage regulator, I believe they were OEM pretty rusty, but worked just fine.
Thanks, Charlie

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KEN L

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It has to be a connection problem, I would recheck all grounds and power leads, also the voltage regulator needs to be tight and grounded well. Here is a guide that can help you test the system:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Please run down this guide and report back.

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Monday, July 18th, 2022 AT 9:10 AM

CHARLES

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All connections seem good. Could it be the ballast. Horn relay?

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Tuesday, July 19th, 2022 AT 6:23 AM

KEN L

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You could have defective replacement parts; I would have them checked. We don't have any wiring diagrams for this car in AllData or Mitchell 1.

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Tuesday, July 19th, 2022 AT 11:24 AM

CHARLES

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I think I got it. Two wires switched. Just when you think you're a genius you look like a dummy. LOL

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Tuesday, July 19th, 2022 AT 11:26 AM

KEN L

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Np I have done the same thing :) Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.

The charging system worked until I cleaned the bulkhead wires?

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