New Voltage Regulator at 15V?

Drawing of that example assuming the battery is charged.
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If the battery is charging, and the battery is at the same voltage as the regulator, same deal.
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In fact if there is no drop between the battery and the alternator during charging, it helps narrow down the locations where there is resistance to flow.