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Dead Battery. Could it be the alternator or regulator/brushes.

posted by  NJC on  Mon Oct 25 08:29 CST 2004
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Something to consider:

- ensure battery has water (distilled is preferred) above plates
- alternator belt is tight
- when car's running, you should see a Voltage increase of ~2V.

BTW those brushes, although wearing, would still conduct and work properly at the stated 1/2 and 3/4" lengths.
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New Dead Battery. Could it be the alternator or regulator/brushes.
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