OK fella's. I need some opinions here. I have the wiring schematic for my 109. I tried to out it in this post, but d'd if I can figure out how.
Anyway, the way I figure it is. Leads go from the positive side of the battery to the starter solenoid, and then to the positive side of the ammeter---constantly live. A lead runs from the "B" terminal of the Volt regulator to the negative side of the ammeter, to the battery terminal of the ignition switch. Also live constantly.
Now, the battery receives it's charge actually through the ammeter. I think, is this correct??
Here are my symptoms. Since I got the tractor from my Dad about 18 months ago the ammeter has fluctuated radically. Very fast. After initial start or operating the ATV winch it literally pegs to the extreme charge side for a few seconds. I posted before that after snowplowing for 45 minutes or so it wouldn't charge at all(confirmed with multimeter) And after sitting and restart would charge for a short period, then quit again. The S/G was replaced about 7 months ago, and the regulator terminals and contacts cleaned. Also, I noted the other day, when I operate the winch without the tractor running, the ammeter never moved. In fact the 1st time I turned the switch to on position it didn't move either.
I have never had any difficulty whatsoever with starting. just few cranks and running, and runs well. This indicates to me the harness, key switch, and terminals are just fine.
I'm thinking the ammeter itself is causing the charging issues. Am I totally out to lunch on this??
BTW, the S/G is 15 amp according to specs and the ammeter is only 10 amp.
Opinions from you folks are valued.