Date:         Tue, 4 May 2010 09:32:41 -0700
Reply-To:     Todd Brown <dermultivan@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Todd Brown <dermultivan@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Fully-charged battery for alternator install?
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I read something recently in the archives referencing a fully-charged battery when installing a new alternator.  I have a new battery but it has been a bit depleted by a worn-out alternator.  A rebuilt one is on the way, and I was curious if current wisdom recommends that I put the battery on a charger before installing the replacement alt?  Or would it by OK to let the new alt charge the battery?

Thanks!

ToddB
91 Westy Weekender
94 Audi 90CSQ
07 Beetle Conv

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