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Old 01-04-2010, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by strictlypersonl View Post
There's also the possibility of the opposite problem: an overcharging alternator. Put a voltmeter on the system and check that you've got 14.1-14.7V at 2000 rpm with a charged battery. Any more than that is not good.
And while you are at it, see how much voltage swing you have. A lot of fluctuation is bad. I would also check the distributor cap.
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