The Dog catches fire!! (Pic)
- Thread starter Kiwirider
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minermark
Active Member
Im gald my electrical problems are being addressed right now, mine is in the shop.
And im gettin drunk, reading about impending doom does that to a person.
If my dog EVER catche's fire, i will make a video of me shootin the fucker....sorry im a little stressed right now, where's my guinness .......
And im gettin drunk, reading about impending doom does that to a person.
If my dog EVER catche's fire, i will make a video of me shootin the fucker....sorry im a little stressed right now, where's my guinness .......
Kiwirider
Active Member
That VR is for sale if anyone want it.....:2thumbs::roll:
Yup already have a Cycle Electric on the way . Hopefully itll be up and running by end of play tomorrow... Knock wood.
Kiwirider
Active Member
Maybe the guy who brought the Oil temp/dip stick for a Dog for $120 will buy it?
Brew
Troop Supporter
Yep he'll defiantly hit on your slightly used VR...:roll::roll::roll:
Well, I'm learning a few things on the BDog. No spark. VR parts source?
Here is a suggestion. That one wire that goes to the battery? I would run that wire all brand new up to the fuse breaker or whatever the connection is? I'd lay that wire on its own. Make sure it does not rub in the wind or vibrate, causing a rub-thru.
Kiwirider
Active Member
I actually have new insulation wrap due in today, so that wire and also anything around it will be well rub insulated. I do still want a little air to get to it in case a little heat is generated. I'm hoping this will resolve a lot of electrical issues Ive been having.
The I sourced the replacement VR from Cycle Electric, Roxanne was a great help. They cant sell direct to you, so she gave me the number to Doug Ingrams 513 524 3105. Who had it sent that day.
The replacement I got was the CE-320L ($128 shipped). There are 2 models, the "L" is for bikes where the battery doesnt get any air or is housed in/near the oil can. My Mastiff battery is housed under my seat so is more likely to hold heat. The "L" charges at a slightly lower voltage to generate less heat.
They also have a 2yr warranty on all their VR's. She told me the turn around, if it faults, is 2-3 days, as it "shouldn't happen". So am glad to find a replacement better than the original, made in the US and that the company stands behind.
Good stuff Cycle Electric!:2thumbs:
BigDogBro1
Made in the USA
Load check your battery and make sure a cell isn't shorting internally which could cause excess current draw from the VR.
ronson1977
Member
I see looking at the cycle electric VR that is says
"Block current to control voltage
Reduces stator current
Lowers temperature and less drag on motor
Creates more efficient operation
Smoother charge to the battery"
Would you guys say that this would be good to buy as an "upgrade" to gain the above stated benefits or just wait until if ever replacement is needed? Thanks
"Block current to control voltage
Reduces stator current
Lowers temperature and less drag on motor
Creates more efficient operation
Smoother charge to the battery"
Would you guys say that this would be good to buy as an "upgrade" to gain the above stated benefits or just wait until if ever replacement is needed? Thanks
stlmikie
I wish I had more money.
I would wait until you need one. You could have an indefinite time left on your currant vr. That thing could last the life of the bike.
Kiwirider
Active Member
Well, got the new VR on the bike and she starts fine. Now I have a bunch of EHC LED's lit and no front right turn signal.... (started a new thread asking about it http://www.bigdogbiker.com/forums/general/33446-running-out-options-help.html#post459501)
WILL THIS EVER END?
WILL THIS EVER END?
Kiwirider
Active Member
According to the manual there should only be to wires on the - terminal. I have 3 (starter, horn and the EHC ground). Ive checked the other earths and am running out of options.
The weird thing is, it starts fine and everything works except the R/F turn flasher doesnt flash.
Still have the EHC? I wonder if a voltage spike fried her
Without touching anything else I can't imagine that coicendentally your flashers go.
mzinna
Zman
There is a recall notice on the Votage Regulator for Big Dogs. You can find the exact recall on the internet from the .gov section. I think it's recall.gov or something. Mine also went out and there is, in fact, a recall on them. There is a number stamped on the VR and if it matches what is on the recall, you get it replaced.
Good luck!!
Good luck!!