Re: [MV] jump starting with a 24V generator

From: Geno (truks@cs.quik.com)
Date: Thu Feb 19 2004 - 08:56:48 PST


Man -- are you confusing..
The CUCV starter is 24 volt..the alternators put out 12 volts each..the glow
plugs are 12 volt plugs..
Where did you get your info from ???
The batteries are both 12 volt batteries --and - of course, you use a 12
volt battery charger..to charge each one...
Gene

> Hi Mark,
> Not sure what the list will have to say about this.....but.
> I recently had my passenger side alt rebuilt for my M1009. When I
> reinstalled it, the battery was dead. I jumped the front battery with my
> civilian jeep (12 v) and she started up.
> I believe the starter is 12v, the list will correct me if I am wrong.
> The only problem would be the 24v glow plugs. I don't see why you could
> not put a 12 v battery charger on the second battery to solve that
problem.
> Dj



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