'06 alternator problems?
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'06 alternator problems?
Everyday when I start my truck cold in the morning, the alternator gauge drops down and my lights dim. Then the gauge needle climbs back up and the lights go bright. This happens a couple times every morning. I recently heard a funny high pitch rattle noise that sounded like it came from the alternator at idle after I drove home the other night. Has anyone had an alternator go bad and have these symptoms? Thanks, Shima
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Sounds like a bearing going out. Remove the belt, and feel the for resistance while you spin the rotor. There is a website that carries new bearings (front and rear) and new brushes for $35. I found that out after I bought a new alternator from the dealer for $350.
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