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Old Oct 27, 2023 | 09:14 AM
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Hot regulator

79 f150 is draining the battery. The regulator is getting hot enough that you don't care to touch it long. I have changed regulators and still have the same problem. This is happening when the key is off. If the regulator is unplugged it stops draining.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2023 | 04:17 PM
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Possibly a shorted diode in the alternator.
 
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X2 take the alternator off and get it bench tested at the auto parts shop. Be ready to purchase another one. Or you have a elec wiring issue with your the circuits that stay hot with the key off. Dome light, brake lights, 4 way flashers, cig lighter, glove box light. Ignition switch to starter wiring via the battery.

Have you recently added a stereo/amp or a trailer connector?
 
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