When the system is not charging there is 12V from the ignition to the light and it grounds on the other end, lighting the bulb. When the alternator is charging there is 12V coming from that direction also. With 12V on both sides and no ground the bulb can't light.


"It's just a phase. He'll grow out of it." Mama, 1964

1956 Chevy 1/2-ton 3100
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