[Shotimes] Battery light and 10V at engine start

[Kevin & Cheryl Airth]

Joe:
 I think you lost a diode in the regulator in your alternator. Take it off
and have it tested at AutoZone or Orielly's.
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> When started, my 92 MTX consistently turns on the red battery light and
the
> voltmeter reads 10V.  One blip of the throttle and the light goes out,
> voltage comes up to 13-14V, and it's good thereafter.  Started doing this
> about 10 days ago.  Car has 83K and battery in trunk.
>
> Sears just checked the battery and charging system and proclaimed both
> healthy.  I trust the tech, he's got a blown Cougar.  He said there's some
> loss with the battery in the trunk, and recommended a higher-amp
alternator.
>
> Do you concur about a higher-amp alternator?  If so, what are my options?
> Thanks.
>
> VO