Problem with losing voltage current
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Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Franklin Ohio
Problem with losing voltage current
It seems like everytime I work on my Vette, the battery will drain down, and then will not charge properly. I was wondering where the typical problems are with shorts on Vettes. Is there anyway I can check the alternator to see if it is working right or the battery to see if it is being charged right?
Racer
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Bartonville Illinois
While the car is running, check the voltage at the battery with a meter.
If it reads 13.5 to 14.5 your alt. is probably OK. Charge the battery and check the voltage, if its not higher than 12 volts you had better go shopping.
If it reads 13.5 to 14.5 your alt. is probably OK. Charge the battery and check the voltage, if its not higher than 12 volts you had better go shopping.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: Woodstock Georgia
It sounds more like a weak battery than anything else. A short is very unlikely, or you would have either blown fuses or burnt wires. You say it goes dead while you are working on it, so anything like underhood lights, interior lights, etc left on for extended periods of time?
