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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 04:47 PM
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Alternator works sometimes
My alternator has been acting up lately. It only charges after I have been driving the truck after 30 minutes or so. I think it is original with 180k on it.

Any suggestions?
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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 04:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Jambbii
My alternator has been acting up lately. It only charges after I have been driving the truck after 30 minutes or so. I think it is original with 180k on it.

Any suggestions?
Does your voltage drop?
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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 05:06 PM
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Replace the brushes for $30.

http://www.fostertruck.com/dodge/default.htm
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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 05:15 PM
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don't wait too long... surges will knock out your diodes. repack/replace your bearings while your in there.
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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 02:34 PM
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Sweet thanks for the link!
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