Originally Posted by
crouse
I think my alternator failed. I went to start my Marauder and it turned over a little slower that usual. The volt gauge is down to around 10 volts with the engine idling. When I give it a little gas, the volt gauge doesn't move. When I turn the lights on, the gauge drops to about 8 volts, so I know the gauge is working. Anything else I should consider or check before I go by a new alternator?
First, make darn sure your battery and connections are good before you fire the parts cannon...
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