Dead/dying Alternator?

[C1J1Miller at aol.com]

From: Paul Luevano <paul at clarity.net>
Organization: Team Daemon Racing - Vroooom!
To: 200TQ20V List <200q20v at audifans.com>
Subject: Dead/dying Alternator?

I was just heading out to a July 4th BBQ, when I noticed that my ABS
off/parking
brake/don't remember the 3rd lights were on.  A quick look over at the volt
meter, about 11.

I rev the engine up, I can just get to 12v at about 6k. Now for the last week
or
so, I've had to blip the throttle when I start the car to get the 3 lights to
go
off. I just thought loose belt or something.  But the belt is tight, and now
this.

Thoughts?

<grabs helmet and takes bike instead>

Thanks!

I'd start by pulling the voltage regulator off, seeing if the brushes are
intact and long enough, and cleaning the contact arm inside the alternator...
assume you've got enough belt tension?
Chris
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