[DML] Alternators

["secret_jedi_guy" <secret_jedi_guy@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hey guys, I am curious how long the stock alternators last?  I still 
have one and my D' is one of the first 81's.  Last night I had a lot 
of trouble starting it.  I had power to everything electrical 
headlights, radio, AC, cooling fans,etc. , but the car would not 
start.  After hooking up some jumper cables the car started.  I know 
that when you have power, but the engine does not turn over, that 
the alternator is probably going.  After jumping it, it held it's 
charge and was running at 13 volts all the way home(about 17 
miles).  Any thoughts would be appreciated.  I either need a new 
battery or new alternator, and if it's the latter then that will be 
really expensive.

Thanks

Japheth VIN: 1223








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