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    I have a new 70 amp alternator that has an external regulator can I use it to...

    ...generate DC Power.? I am building a wind generator and have no way to hook up the voltage regulator. Do I need one because it doesn't seem to be giving power with it as a stand alone? Please help...
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    2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue Problem - Battery and/or Alternator?

    I tried starting my car last night (Saturday, 10/10/09), and my car wouldn't start up, my whole car was 50% dim than normal, my RPM gauge went from 0 RPM to 8,000 RPM, and my gas gauge went from the 1/2 tank to Empty, car dinged (unfasten seatbelt - driver) softer than before, and whenever I...
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    Help With My Alternator?

    Can some1 tell me a website where I can order a high amp alternator or a high amp alternator upgrade kit for THESE SPECIFICATIONS! I am having the hardest time looking for ANYTHING on this dam car. Make: Volkswagen Model: Jetta (no GLI, or TDI or anything just "JETTA") Year: 2004 Engine...
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    Can Subwoofer's 1000w amp blow, Alternator?

    Hi I have a 12' sub with 1000w Amp installed. The Amp is directly connected to the battery in the boot/trunk. and was installed by proffesionals. I had to take in the car for the alternator twice now. could it be that the amp is breaking the voltage regulator on the alternator, all beit...
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    Car won't start... dead battery or alternator?

    Got off of work tonight, and car wouldn't start. When I put the key in, the dashboard lights (the lights near the speedometer) were somewhat faded, there was a beeping noise (lthe normal noise before you turn your car on). When I turn the key to the point of turning it on, all the lights go...
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    Car won't start... dead battery or alternator?

    Got off of work tonight, and car wouldn't start. When I put the key in, the dashboard lights (the lights near the speedometer) were somewhat faded, there was a beeping noise (lthe normal noise before you turn your car on). When I turn the key to the point of turning it on, all the lights go...
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    What size alternator should I use?

    I have a 2004 vw jetta and recently had 2 10" kickers and a 1,000 watt amp installed. I plan on adding more subs, new speakers and another hi watt amp in the future. But for now I would like to fix the dimming that occurs with all the lights in my car. I've found that the stock alternator puts...
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    When to change alternator and compressor belts?

    Dear All, I'm about to go about changing my timing belt on my FTO as it has already done 102K before I bought it and the owner didn't previously changed it. Do you think it would be a good idea to change the water pump and the various belts at the same time? The quote for the timing belt is...
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    Alternator whine just started?

    When I started the car this morning, an awful whine started coming from the speakers. It changes pitch with engine speed, so I'm assuming it's "alternator whine." I've had no other problems since I replaced the factory head unit about 7 months ago, so should I assume something just came loose...
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    1999 VW Jetta EPC light cause by a bad Alternator?

    I have a 1999 VW Jetta VR6 which the car powered down and eventually I cut the car off as it was making an underpowered sound... I was unable to crank it back up. It seems to have all the regular power from the battery it just will not start. The EPC light came on and now it wont start, can this...
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    2003 Mazda 6 alternator wiring: What is the wiring colors for the alternator and

    where do they attach? While replacing the alternator on a 2003 Mazda 6 with a 2.3 liter, the wires going into the two wire clip on the alternator where accidentally pulled out and I need to know which wire goes to which side. There is a yellow wire with a red stripe and there is a green wire...
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    the alternator in my 2000 lincoln ls?

    can a car start without an alternator?
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    Alternator.. Car audio.. Please Read.?

    First of all, I'm using a JL 500/1, 4 awg., and a 4 volt head unit. No cap. '93 Lesabre, 105 amp alternator. **Please read All of this post, and reply if you have a serious, helpful opinion.** Thanks! The other day I was making a short trip out of town, and midway, the voltage light came on...
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    I have a Hyundai Elantra 2000. I'm wondering if i have a battery or alternator...

    ...problem. details below.? Put new alternator in 8 weeks ago. Car died after 2 weeks, so took back to shop and they replaced alternator again (under warranty). Car died after 2 weeks, replaced battery. Car died after 2 days - I'm at a loss. Testing says that the alternator is good. Is...
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    alternator problems with my 1990 toyota sr5?

    so i changed the battery and alternator in my truck but the alternator still isnt charging the battery.. i checked all my grounds and my belts but i dnt know whats wrong.. someone help please some one also said it might be the voltage regulator or maybe some kinda relay thing lol,,
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    Is my battery going bad or is it the alternator? what is going on?

    Ok. I can run my car everyday and everything works, my car starts right up and then its fine an running an doesnt just die on me but if I sit in my car for about 10 minutes with it off an play the cd player - when I try to start the car all it does is click from the starter and then I have to...
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    my volvo 244gl is not charging i've repaired the alternator 100x still no charge?

    check your cables, corrosion can be a mother. Theres only a handful of reasons, so it should be too hard to figure out.
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    Change alternator in 98 Mazda 626?

    I am trying to figure out how to change an alternator in a mazda 626. There isn't enough room on the side to get to it and the frame is in the way so I cant go thru the wheel well. Any ideas that are cheap?
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    Change alternator in 98 Mazda 626?

    I am trying to figure out how to change an alternator in a mazda 626. There isn't enough room on the side to get to it and the frame is in the way so I cant go thru the wheel well. Any ideas that are cheap?
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    94 Civic Car Audio Question. Bigger Alternator or Capacitor?

    Hey, I have 2 12" Infinity subs running off an 1800w Kenwood amp with a kenwood mp-238 head unit I also have underdash lights as well as trunk lights Turns out... i fried my computer "insert big grin here" So, after getting the computer replaced, do I need a bigger alternator? or will a...
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