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Aug 10, 2010 | 06:37 PM

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electrical issues.

What would cause my lights on my 85 f150 to sort of flicker or go dimmer and brighter as the engine idles? my stereo also has some issues like it is not being able to pull enough amps.

Aug 10, 2010 | 06:41 PM

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Loose connections or faulty voltage regulator.

Aug 10, 2010 | 07:27 PM

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where is the voltage regulator? are they cheap?

Aug 10, 2010 | 10:31 PM

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Voltage regulator is either on the fender, near the starter solenoid, or inside the alt. 85 could be either location.

Aug 11, 2010 | 04:01 PM

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ok found it. fixin to put one on an see

Aug 12, 2010 | 04:56 PM

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fixed my radio jus ran my mem straight to the battery. sometimes i hate tha old truck but i wouldnt trade it for nothin

Aug 14, 2010 | 12:45 AM

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have you done the "big three"? if not I'd go ahead and upgrade the two main grounds and the main supply to the starter with the thickest wire available. This should help with any flicker problems.

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