

| Subject: | New Alternator/Battery...Voltage Question |
| From: | Dave Chameides |
| Date: | Thu, 23 Dec 2004 16:02:44 -0800 |
I just put my newly rebuilt 120 amp alternator and new 875 CCA Energizer in my 1.6 83. I had the alternator rebuilt because the old one was performing poorly (less than 12 volts) and I am addinga bunch of electrical peripherals that will be drawing power. The battery also needed to be replaced. So my question is, I just took her out for a test spin and the VDO volt meter is reading a bit less than 14v. The old one used to run around 12. Is this correct? Should I be worried that it�s too high or was the other one too low (my suspicion for the change). Also, in installing the alternator I just put a screwdriver underneath and crowbarred it tight to tighten it. Checked the belt to see that I couldn�t turn it 90 degrees. Anything else to consider? Dave P.S. If anyone in LA needs a good alternator rebuild shop, I HIGHLY recommend Valley Alternator in Reseda.
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