Date:         Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:09:10 -0400
Reply-To:     mordo <helmut.blong@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         mordo <helmut.blong@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Battery and alternator - generic auto electric
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This morning, I put a multimeter to the battery and I got 11.9-12.0 volts at
idle. I took both the alternator and the battery to the LAPS (F left out
intentionally) to have them tested. The battery and alernator both test
okay. This is a tester at an Advance Auto that only says "PASS" or "FAIL". I
didn't see a voltage reported on its display. The battery is strong with no
indication of weak cells.

I replaced one of the large ring terminals on a red lead, not the one to the
starter. I assume this is to the battery, yes? It was crusty and the
insulation was cracked. I cleaned up all other terminals and connections and
now I get 13.9 volts at idle. If 13.8-14.5 volts is acceptable, do we think
I can attribute this low-ish voltage to corrosion in cables or should I be
concerned about the alternator still?


 Thanks one and all. I will test the alternator and battery at my FLAPS.
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Cheers,

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mordo
1990 Carat