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Old Jan 25, 2002 | 10:28 PM
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Default Alternator Woes

From time to time my alternator seems to loose voltage as evidenced by a drop in the gauge readings. This is most apparent when the electrical system is under a heavy load.

Does this happen to others, or is this a problem unique to my car?

I had a new alternator installed, but that did nothing to improve the situation.

Thanks for your insights.

Richard
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Old Jan 26, 2002 | 12:50 AM
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Sounds pretty normal, man-- Heavy load generally = dip in current.
You don't have a problem:)
Welcome to the Forum, BTW :cheers:
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Old Jan 26, 2002 | 01:34 AM
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Seems to me as long as it doesn't go under 12 volts it should be ok :)
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Old Jan 26, 2002 | 03:21 AM
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Hey Now:
I am with the group, sound normal. Good to see someone else from MS. here on the forum. Welcome :cheers:
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