Charging System Question
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Charging System Question
My battery went bad in my '89 about a month ago. Recently replaced the alternator, maybe 4 months ago. When the battery went bad, I went and bought a new one and replaced the negative cable because it was shot to hell. Ever since I did that, the factory ammeter has been riding on the charge side about 1 line or so. Didn't really think anything of it, the truck has been starting fine and all electrical accessories have been fine. I drove to my bosses yesterday and when I got there you could smell a rotten egg smell. Popped the hood, and the acid in the battery was hot, almost boiling and you could see where some of it was running down the side of the battery. I've never seen that before. Do ya'll think it's a battery problem, or a voltage regulator or alternator problem. I had to get in the big truck and leave so I haven't had a chance to investigate it anymore, just looking for some educated guesses. Sorry so long
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jasonfriedlin (08-30-2007)
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jasonfriedlin (08-30-2007)
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Well, I figured out why the battery was boiling. tested the system yesterday and it was charging at an amazing 17.2 volts with the headlights off and 17.8 with the headlights on. Put a new voltage regulator on it and got it to around 15.5 volts. NAPA is gonna replace the alternator for me because it apparently has some problems to. I think I'm gonna make them give me a battery too because I think it is fried.
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jasonfriedlin (09-02-2007)
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