Could be as simple as you’ve crossed the wires at the ammeter. Try switching them and see what happens. If your generator isn’t working the gauge would show discharge with the ignition in or lights on. I don’t have a wiring diagram to confirm but think that would be correct.


Kevin
1951 Chevy 3100 work truck
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1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car)
Busting rust since the mid-60's
If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.