Expert: jack bahm - 5/23/2009

Question
1.- Would you please send me the ford A wiring diagram
2.- Which is the wiring to replace the cutout with a diode?
3.- when I measure continuity between the generator terminal
and ground, it is open, but wheI install the cutout it
become with continuity, is that OK?

Thanks for your aid

Yerko from Chile

Answer
I don't have the diagram scanned into my computer.  You need to buy the Model A mechanic's handbook by Les Andrwes.  About $35 from any of the A parts suppliers.  It has all the info you will need to maintain your car.  
You don't have to replace the cutout with a diode.  Best thing to do is get a 6 volt alternator and it has the diode built in and it wil keep your battery charged.  We all run the alternator.  In the mean time, take the cutout apart and fix it.  It sounds like the contacts are sticking.  Pop off the cover and make sure the contacts are open.  When the generator spins, it makes the coil pull down the contact to connect it to the system.  
Send me your e mail and I will try to scan in a diagram.
jack