Electrical Principles

Many components within a typical street rod operate on electrical circuits.  To help in understanding and building these circuits, knowing a few of these principles makes the job much easier.  

Review basic atomic structure to understand electricity.

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Define electricity the right way.

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See how Ohm's Law helps to understand street rod electrical circuits.

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See how Watt's Law helps to understand electrical circuits on street rods.

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View the major parts of a simple electrical circuit.

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Learn how to analyze a simple electrical circuit.

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Learn how to check voltage drop in an electrical circuit.

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See the difference between a series and parallel circuit.

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See how to read an electrical schematic.





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Learn how solenoids and relays are used in electrical circuits on street rods.

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Analyze the operation of a simple generator or alternator.

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