>>But that Chev alternator does have a few odd characteristics. When I
>>first start the engine, the alternator light stays on, and voltage at
>>the battery is rght around 11.5 to 12 volts-- obviously the alternator
>>isn't alternating, and the battery is discharging as it supplies current
>>for ignition, lites etc.
>
>It's bad ju-ju. I suggest you tape a five dollar bill and an Ace of spades
>to the inside of the engine compartment. Lighting  a few candles wouldn't
>hurt either.

This would be the smallest sum I've spent on a VW in quite a while!   :^)

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                                  '66 Mustang Coupevertible, for sale

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