35kw Get only putting 50 volts

[sfus2645]

Hi, I have a 35KW GET with a John Deere engine and a marathon generator. The pump was shut, I rebuilt it and work fine now, but it's only putting 50 to 55 volts.

 

[87cr250r]

That's usually the result of a failed voltage regulator, residual magnetism is generating the voltage. Put a load on it and it will drop to zero.

 

[sfus2645]

Any idea how to repair or replace the voltage regulator on this unit.?

 

[jamawieb]

The voltage regulator is on the back wall behind the gauges. Look in and its to the left. Its a marathon 350. You can buy an aftermarket on ebay fairly cheap.

 

[sfus2645]

I ordered a new voltage regulator and still have the same problem. Any other suggestions?

 

[Guyfang]

I would trace the Excitation from the VR to the Main gen.

 

[jamawieb]

Make sure your connections are tight on the vr. I just had a unit with a similar problem and after wiggling wires that connect to the vr it would produce correct voltage when i held them in the perfect position. Took the vr off and checked the connectors and one was about to fall off the wire. Fixed the issue after replacing the connector.