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Offline dhorsfall2000

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alternator
« on: 14 November 2012, 18:39 »
Hi, I tested my alternator earlier and the output was high, is this a big problem, is there a cheaper way to fix it other than buying a new one .       Thanks

Offline mcgee9t2

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Re: alternator
« Reply #1 on: 14 November 2012, 21:52 »
output high? :S dont understand how that works, should be putting out 14v what is it giving out? dont see how it can put out higher than that?

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Re: alternator
« Reply #2 on: 15 November 2012, 10:26 »
i tested it with a alterantor/battery tester that only has lights, (no digital reading) and it said it was high, think i may have to buy a half decent multimeter

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Re: alternator
« Reply #3 on: 15 November 2012, 12:44 »
yeah ide grab a multimeter, can get them from maplin ect for around a tenner now and will give you an accurate reading, should be getting around 14v.

or if you have a friendly garage in your area could always ask to borow theres for a minuit.