I had to replace mine at 375 hrs and then again at 740 hrs because of over
voltage. I was using the crowbar mod to protect the battery and avionics
and it kept tripping the circuit breaker. This stopped when the rectifier
was replaced on both occasions.
Best wishes,
William
----- Original Message -----
From: "D Wysong" <hdwysong@gmail.com>
Subject: Europa-List: issues with Rotax 914 voltage regulator/rectifier?
>
> Has anyone with a Rotax 914 (perhaps 912, too?) had problems with the
> stock Ducati 12 V regulator/rectifier? Anyone found or heard of any
> good flying alternatives?
>
> I've read reports from motorcycle folks about the Ducati electronics
> failing due to overheating, but I haven't seen the like from the
> aircraft community. Surprised me considering some of the tight cowls
> we're using these days.
>
> Anyhow, I'm just trying to fix something that ain't broken (yet).
>
> Thanks!
>
>
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