If just night-driving is the difference between starting and not starting
next morning then the alternator has to suspected of low output. Check the
voltage with engine running at fast idle with lights off and lights on, you
should get the same voltage - 13.5v to 14v. I trust your ignition warning
light is working correctly - very useful in showing charging problems.
PaulH.
----- Original Message -----
From: M. Edwin Vaughan <edvaughan@juno.com>
To: <mgs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2000 2:52 AM
Subject: Alternator trouble?
> Hello All,
>
> I am having a problem with my battery keeping a charge. When I drive my
> '77 B around during the night the battery will discharge. I end up being
> unable to start the car and I have to jump it off or put the charger on
> it (if I am lucky enough to make it home). However, when I drive around
> during the day I don't have a problem with it discharging. It starts up
> and goes, no problem at all. I will admit that I have had little time to
> really check things. What's up with my car?
>
> TIA
>
> Edwin
> '77 B
>
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>
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