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Originally Posted by J-Mech
Double check the output of the alternator at the battery, with the lights on (full throttle) and with them off. If you aren't getting a good reading (13.6-14.5) then check the output at the rectifier. If output at the rectifier is good, then it is most likely the switch.... but could be a multitude of other places. Report back your findings and we can move from there. It is still most likely (most common point of failure) a connection issue either at the switch, or inside it.
Just curious..... does the switch get hot to the touch?
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Thanks Jon. Well it's bed time now, but I did go into town today and picked up a new switch and it still does the same thing as earlier. Replaced the switch and made sure the plug and all the terminals were seated and making contact with the switch.
Fired up the tractor and the gauge was just over the center line to the charge side. Flipped the PTO on and immediately the gauge dropped into the discharge side. Turn it off and back up to charge. Turn the ignition switch to lights and again the gauge would go into the -.
I needed to cut the grass so as I was cutting I kept a watch on the gauge and it pretty much stayed in the center. Stopped the PTO to cross the driveway and do the other side and the gauge went WAY into the charge side. Flipped the PTO and it did engage today, where it wouldn't the other day.
I know I'm rambling, but I want you's to get the full details of what's going on. I will do as suggested, thanks