Re: 12.5 volts max

[Huw Powell <human@nh.ultranet.com>]

> My battery in the 4kq is dead, and when I start the car (conveniently
> parked on a hill) and measure the voltage at the battery, it is only
> 12.5 volts.  Also, when the radiator fan comes on, the voltage drops to
> 12.3 volts.  If I turn on every electrical, the voltage drops into the
> 11's.  What are the possible causes of insufficient charging voltage to
> the battery?  I'd suspect the voltage regulator, but the lower voltages
> under load makes me think there could be other explanations.

The dropping voltage is natural as you turn stuff on.  Does the car
*run* like this though?  If it does your battery is probably the only
problem - my coupe runs at about 10 volts with no alt belt - sounds like
you are getting alt juice but no battery charge.

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