I have a 1984 FLTC EVO using a 32 AMP system instead of 22 just wanted to get some advice on grounding regulators I have been plagued with charging issues lately my regulator is mounted to the front bracket paint is removed and it shows a good earth from battery the whole frame is good when testing from POS battery term to frame gets the same reading from battery as to frame so my question is have any of you added an extra ground wire from regulator up to NEG battery term? would it hurt any? I do use the extra ground wire pigtail which is also grounded to frame wondering if running it up to NEG post would be better? I also have been known to go chensy on reg and stators I ordered new ones from cycle electric I hear they are best

 

I have also upgraded mine to 32 amp system. If you’re reading at frame connection I would think you’re good and no need for another ground. I like having a voltage gauge to keep an eye on my charging system at all times. Going with Cycle Electric is a good choice.

 

Ok I figured as much just curious like good insurance

 

Extra ground wire can't hurt either

 

Here's best place to wire the extra ground wire. (the stator plug has been modified) hat tip YD.

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/evo/1...l#post20724549

 

yea I have of doing things like that cant hurt thanks t150vej

 

I see guys doing that to their stator plugs only problem with that is you cant test stator or regulator if you have charging issues mine has a flat piece of metal that firmly presses up against it to keep it from coming out I also take a tie strap and wrap it around the outside of the regulator plug

 

Evo regulators 32 amp has a ground mounting screw thread under the reg and a cut out for the wire to travel to the mounting bolt

 

John beat me to it and I always use it.. Just a short wire with 2 electrical eyelets and star washer to aid in the grounding that is attached between the regulator mount screw nut and frame.. Also check all other chassis ground.. Very important..

 

On another note, the plug connector at the case is a weak point. Last stator replaced I made a soldered connection at the stator leads and fished them thru the connector plug , then made a more solid connection.