Date:         Thu, 23 Dec 2004 16:02:44 -0800
Reply-To:     Dave Chameides <docproteus@EARTHLINK.NET>
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From:         Dave Chameides <docproteus@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject:      New Alternator/Battery...Voltage Question
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I just put my newly rebuilt 120 amp alternator and new 875 CCA Energizer in
my 1.6 83.  I had the alternator rebuilt because the old one was performing
poorly (less than 12 volts) and I am addinga  bunch of electrical
peripherals that will be drawing power.  The battery also needed to be
replaced.

So my question is, I just took her out for a test spin and the VDO volt
meter is reading a bit less than 14v.  The old one used to run around 12.
Is this correct?  Should I be worried that itąs too high or was the other
one too low (my suspicion for the change).

Also, in installing the alternator I just put a screwdriver underneath and
crowbarred it tight to tighten it.  Checked the belt to see that I couldnąt
turn it 90 degrees.  Anything else to consider?

Dave

P.S.  If anyone in LA needs a good alternator rebuild shop, I HIGHLY
recommend Valley Alternator in Reseda.