Barn 'Find' - but not charging

[Mark Simmons]

Hello all.

I have a barn find. Not really a find as I put it there! SORN since 2014 but I thought I would like to get her roadworthy again. I usually started up every six month or so but have been neglectful lately and it's been a couple of years.

Unusual model: Integra XSi, 1990 that I have had since new (import).

I had a feeling there was a charging issue but couldn't recall so I put a new battery in (random purchase from Halfords) and she started first time.

Checked the battery and had 12.5v. And was charging at 14.5v. So all good.

Drove around the field but then I noticed the charge light had come on. And stays on.

Any ideas anyone?

Thanks.

[Trevor]

Hi Mark.....welcome to the Club

Chances are it may be the belt slipping or broken.
Also, when I have stored up cars over the years then the alternator can seize which is evident by the belt slipping and burning smell.

Worth seeing it the belt is in good condition then running the engine to see if the alternator pulley is rotating then go from there with electrical checks on the alternator connections