Re: Europa-List: issues with Rotax 914 voltage regulator/rectifier?

[kbcarpenter@comcast.net]

I had to replace mine at 290 hours.  It was allowing the alternator to 
overcharge the battery(16V).  Replacement solved the problem.
Ken Carpenter
N9XS   914 mono
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "D Wysong" <hdwysong@gmail.com>
Subject: Europa-List: issues with Rotax 914 voltage regulator/rectifier?


>
> Has anyone with a Rotax 914 (perhaps 912, too?) had problems with the
> stock Ducati 12 V regulator/rectifier?  Anyone found or heard of any
> good flying alternatives?
>
> I've read reports from motorcycle folks about the Ducati electronics
> failing due to overheating, but I haven't seen the like from the
> aircraft community.  Surprised me considering some of the tight cowls
> we're using these days.
>
> Anyhow, I'm just trying to fix something that ain't broken (yet).
>
> Thanks!
>
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