muddyplugger Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 This may be my usual paranonia and quite possibly a variance within 'normal', but I've noticed that my lights, (including dash instruments, stereo and headlights) subtley illuminate brigher for brief seconds and then return to their normal pokey dimness. This is apparent when travelling at higher speeds, ie above 50 but certainly not at tickover. It is an everso subtle but quick light change, and seems to follow no pattern, but it is definate. I have no knowledge of electrics (and some would say Landys!), but I would liken it to some voltage fluctuation. I hear the laughs echoing now Is it normal on a clapped out 1989 Defender? Or will I be reaching into my everso deepening pockets again?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BogMonster Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 My only guess would be a dodgy voltage regulator on the alternator. You probably want to get it checked as high voltage will cause problems. Of course it may be that the alt is producing a low voltage and just occasionally wakes up to full oomph but worth checking as neither is desirable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 Start with cleaning/checking all the earth locations & have the charging system tested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddyplugger Posted February 14, 2006 Author Share Posted February 14, 2006 Right then, I'll get out with my mutimeter and emery paper and report back. Thanks, as always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveturnbull Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Just had my alternator checked over & new bearings fitted... cost £34 all told so not an expensive venture. Definitely worth making sure it's all working properly to avoid any problems down the line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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