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Old 06-12-2005, 04:19 AM
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That battery is currently very dead! A flat battery will naturally reduce the net system voltage when it's connected to the alternator but I suspect that your alternator is also bad.

I would first charge the battery fully so that it's not part of the equation. Once it's charged, check its voltage under load - turn the radiator fan and lights on. You should still see 12-12.5 volts. Less than that indicates a bad battery.

Next, check the voltage regulator. Make sure that the case is grounded through the black wire. Use this guide (page 8) to bypass the regulator.

I suspect that the alternator is cooked.
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