Alternator????? Short version: 92 Z-28 305TPI, It will start but then stall out after 30-45 seconds or if I press the throttle. I had a battery charger hooked up and the key on when I heard a very slight Humming / ringing noise in the engine compartment. Found it was coming from the alternator. I unplugged it and she runs. Had a little hesatstion but probably needs to clean itself out. While running I plugged the alternator back in and she stalls instantly. I assume the alternator is back feeding and I think maybe messing with the fuel pump or injectors. Anyone ever have this happen or idea of what's actually happening? Is it a simple change the alternator or could there be an underlying problem. I put a new A C Delco alternator on 3-4 years ago. |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by dmyruski
(Post 6300717)
Short version: 92 Z-28 305TPI, It will start but then stall out after 30-45 seconds or if I press the throttle. I had a battery charger hooked up and the key on when I heard a very slight Humming / ringing noise in the engine compartment. Found it was coming from the alternator. I unplugged it and she runs. Had a little hesatstion but probably needs to clean itself out. While running I plugged the alternator back in and she stalls instantly. I assume the alternator is back feeding and I think maybe messing with the fuel pump or injectors. Anyone ever have this happen or idea of what's actually happening? Is it a simple change the alternator or could there be an underlying problem. I put a new A C Delco alternator on 3-4 years ago. *Could be one or more , the alternator puts out "3 Phase" AC which is rectified into DC by a set of 6 Diodes , three positive going and three negative going , usually with a final "protection" diode on better built units bringing the total to 7 . |
Re: Alternator????? Unfortunately the AC Delco units are made in China now like everything else. And Powermaster is complete garbage also. Don't get burned by them like the rest of us - I'm down 2 starters and 2 alternators from those jokers. Made in USA - LOL. No they are "assembled" (probably by the blind - nice of them to employ the disabled), from CHEEEEEP Chinese imported components. My last Powermaster was "ringing" with the key off also. Both of their XS Volt alternators I've had died within months. Fortunately I run an Odyssey battery and it just took the abuse like a champ. We get all our alternators from DC Power Engineering in CA. Check them out. Their online catalog is terrible though so you need to call them: https://www.dcpowerinc.com/ Bonus - you can have the alt anodized any color you like. Takes about 5-6 weeks to get one though. GD |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by dmyruski
(Post 6300717)
Short version: 92 Z-28 305TPI, It will start but then stall out after 30-45 seconds or if I press the throttle. I had a battery charger hooked up and the key on when I heard a very slight Humming / ringing noise in the engine compartment. Found it was coming from the alternator. I unplugged it and she runs. Had a little hesatstion but probably needs to clean itself out. While running I plugged the alternator back in and she stalls instantly. I assume the alternator is back feeding and I think maybe messing with the fuel pump or injectors. Anyone ever have this happen or idea of what's actually happening? Is it a simple change the alternator or could there be an underlying problem. I put a new A C Delco alternator on 3-4 years ago. Good luck and good bye dmruski :( |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by OrangeBird
(Post 6301474)
When people take the time to make a post answering your question , a Thank You may be in order . I have a longstanding policy of never replying again to someone who can't be bothered to say Thank You when I've provided the answer they were looking for . Good luck and good bye dmruski :( |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by dmyruski
(Post 6301512)
You are 100% Correct. I truely do appreciate everyone's input. I cross posted this on another Z-28 forum, and though I put a a thank you out on both but I guess I was mistaken. So thank you all for the input. I had the Powermaster ordered with prime so I was able to make a car show this weekend, however I wrote down the information you guys provided so I can upgrade when this one craps out. So sorry again and thank you all very much. Cool dude , I appreciate that ! The reason it bothers me when people don't say thank you is that I consider all third gen owners brothers of a sort (or sisters too , Kin if you will) . We are all we have , the rest of the world thinks we're nuts :D |
Re: Alternator????? The information is helpful to me also. I'm going to take this Powermaster unit I have apart and show everyone the quality of their product. Thanks! GD |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by GeneralDisorder
(Post 6301639)
The information is helpful to me also. I'm going to take this Powermaster unit I have apart and show everyone the quality of their product. Thanks! GD |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by GeneralDisorder
(Post 6301018)
Unfortunately the AC Delco units are made in China now like everything else. And Powermaster is complete garbage also. Don't get burned by them like the rest of us - I'm down 2 starters and 2 alternators from those jokers. Made in USA - LOL. No they are "assembled" (probably by the blind - nice of them to employ the disabled), from CHEEEEEP Chinese imported components. My last Powermaster was "ringing" with the key off also. Both of their XS Volt alternators I've had died within months. Fortunately I run an Odyssey battery and it just took the abuse like a champ. We get all our alternators from DC Power Engineering in CA. Check them out. Their online catalog is terrible though so you need to call them: https://www.dcpowerinc.com/ Bonus - you can have the alt anodized any color you like. Takes about 5-6 weeks to get one though. GD https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thi...6d937a7e1d.jpg |
Re: Alternator????? Update: Put the new alternator in Last Friday. Humming is gone but the car still won't run right. It will stay at an idol but any throttle and she dies. I need to stop by my dad's and grab my fuel pressure set but I just put in a brand new Walbro 255. Only about 20 miles on the pump. Anyone have any issues with them? Their supposed to be a good fuel pump but then again I always thought Powermaster made good alternators. |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by dmyruski
(Post 6302442)
Update: Put the new alternator in Last Friday. Humming is gone but the car still won't run right. It will stay at an idol but any throttle and she dies. I need to stop by my dad's and grab my fuel pressure set but I just put in a brand new Walbro 255. Only about 20 miles on the pump. Anyone have any issues with them? Their supposed to be a good fuel pump but then again I always thought Powermaster made good alternators. GD |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by GeneralDisorder
(Post 6302444)
Walbro's are usually ok. Loud, but they only rarely fail. GD |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by dmyruski
(Post 6302446)
That was my impression of them. And ultimately the reason I chose it. Guess only the pressure test will tell. GD |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by GeneralDisorder
(Post 6302447)
Last time I thought I might be on a failed Walbro job it was poorly installed by the owner and the hose had popped off the pump or ruptured. Make sure you use submersible fuel line. LOL. GD |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by dmyruski
(Post 6302463)
Pump is good. 45 psi at Idol with the regulator unhooked. Any suggestions anyone???? Idols good for about 30 seconds then surge/dips and if at any point I give it throttle she dies. TPS, MAP both tested good. |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by IROCZ1989
(Post 6302465)
Bad 02? |
Re: Alternator????? Did you check the iac? |
Re: Alternator?????
Originally Posted by IROCZ1989
(Post 6302524)
Did you check the iac? |
Re: Alternator????? Check the live data. CTS is a possibility. GD |
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