That's normal. There is more load on the alternator, and thus more load on the engine.
Some turn signal flasher units are rather sensitive to a slight change in voltage. If the turn signals get too slow with the lights on, try replacing it. The flashing also slows down when the turn signal lamps get old and draw less current than when new. If your turn signal lamps look old (a silvery deposit on the inside of the glass), replace them, too. And while you're at it, make sure the lamp sockets are not corroded. (Don't use sandpaper to clean lamp sockets! It will gouge any plating on the steel socket body. Use a fine wire brush. You can probably find one that is cylindrical, and fits nicely into the socket.) Doug Braun '72 Spit At 08:01 AM 6/5/02, you wrote: >Hey People, Just a quick question today. > > >My engine lowers its revs when I turn the headlights on. Also my >indicator slows down when my lights are on - and also when its cold. Do >I have a problem or is this just a normal quirky Spitfire thing? > >I have electronic ignition by the way. /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies! If they include this trailer, they will NOT be sent.
