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keep blowing alternators and being told they are over charging and that is what is causing them to blow. Anyone have an idea why this would be happening?
  • Posted 28 Aug 2020 00:40
  • By Chad_Feris
  • joined 28 Aug'20 - 1 message
  • Texas, United States
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I would check for proper grounding of the alternator. Checking engine grounds and battery ground cable resistance. Would also check for a short to ground on the alternator charging cable running back to the battery and the resistance of the charging cable as well.
  • Posted 28 Aug 2020 10:17
  • By BLey
  • joined 31 Jul'20 - 59 messages
  • Ontario, Canada
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