Cabrera
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So I got stranded in the trac today.
It appears the charging system is putting out only 13.1 volts or less.
I assume the requlator is built into the alternator right? Does anyone know what the normal alternator output s/b? My dash gauge needle is below the 1/2 mark as well. If memory serve me it's usually at the 1/2 mark between L & H.
I checked my hyundai & was getting 13.8 volts.
I did disconnect the battery while running & the truck kept running so the alt is putting out juice, just not enough.
Other than the alternator, can anyone else thing of alternative causes?
Battery is now brand New
Serpentine is 1 year old
It appears the charging system is putting out only 13.1 volts or less.
I assume the requlator is built into the alternator right? Does anyone know what the normal alternator output s/b? My dash gauge needle is below the 1/2 mark as well. If memory serve me it's usually at the 1/2 mark between L & H.
I checked my hyundai & was getting 13.8 volts.
I did disconnect the battery while running & the truck kept running so the alt is putting out juice, just not enough.
Other than the alternator, can anyone else thing of alternative causes?
Battery is now brand New
Serpentine is 1 year old
