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- Mar 26, 2002
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- Midlothian, VA
- Corvette
- 1981 white/blue interior automatic
Hi all,
Took the vette out today and noticed it was charging at only around 12 volts. Then the battery light came on, and the buzzer went off. Also, the choke light came on. This happened before (about 5 years ago) when my other alternator went south. I think I'll try to replace it myself this time. Looks pretty straight forward. Any tips would be GREATLY appreciated. I want to make sure I get the proper tension on the belt. Also, anyone know of a good place to get a good replacement 70 amp alternator? Mid America is out, ecklers seems to be selling cheap imports, and of course, that is all I will get from Pep Boys or Advanced. I did a seach at gmpartsdirect.com , but they say it is discontinued. Before I make a trip to the dealership, anyone have any other suggestions?
Also, could this problem not be the alternator? Thanks for all replies.
-Tatortot
Took the vette out today and noticed it was charging at only around 12 volts. Then the battery light came on, and the buzzer went off. Also, the choke light came on. This happened before (about 5 years ago) when my other alternator went south. I think I'll try to replace it myself this time. Looks pretty straight forward. Any tips would be GREATLY appreciated. I want to make sure I get the proper tension on the belt. Also, anyone know of a good place to get a good replacement 70 amp alternator? Mid America is out, ecklers seems to be selling cheap imports, and of course, that is all I will get from Pep Boys or Advanced. I did a seach at gmpartsdirect.com , but they say it is discontinued. Before I make a trip to the dealership, anyone have any other suggestions?
Also, could this problem not be the alternator? Thanks for all replies.
-Tatortot