alternator issues

[Huw Powell]

Kent McLean wrote:
> Huw Powell wrote:
>> Sounds "healthy" to me.  Battery a bit low, started car, needed charging 
>> which strained the alt belt to replace charge.
>>
>> Cars generally don't like sitting for "a few weeks".
> 
> But the battery had just come off the charger after 2 days on it.
> 
> Is straining the alt belt normal?  Shouldn't it handle whatever
> the battery throws at it (or asks for)?

Well, right after starting the engine the alternator is working hard to 
top the battery back up.  How's your belt tension and condition?

This process is not something one would normally notice if everything is 
working properly.

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Huw Powell

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