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Just checked what my van is charging at. I have a 2.1 auto Caravelle with a 90 amp alternator. After starting the van, and while ticking over the starter battery is charging at about 14.12 and the leisure is at 14.10. Am I right in thinking this is a bit low. I haven't run the van for two weeks and it had only been running for 5 minutes.
What wiring mods would you recommend first. I do plan on doing the headlamp mods soon, after talking to CovKid
But are there any other mods that I need to do first, or what order should I be doing them.
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Tackle that one: https://club8090.co.uk/wiki/VW ... ain_cables" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; and do not rush yourself on making first rate terminals (you'll only be doing it once).

Its the single most useful upgrade you can do and will lead nicely into upgrading power at the dash: https://club8090.co.uk/wiki/VW ... ry_to_dash" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Budgie7 wrote: the starter battery is charging at about 14.12 and the leisure is at 14.10. Am I right in thinking this is a bit low.
No, that is not low, in fact it is pretty decent :ok
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Yep, nowt wrong with charging voltage. All the same, check condition of main cables and make a judgement on it. Volts isn't amps ofcourse and whilst you might get a good charging voltage, it may be different when it comes to delivering enough amps for starting and for anything extra up front - ie headlamp relays. Get a nice fat clean cable right through with well made and sealed connections and you have a good starting point. Likewise, adequate earthing straps.
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