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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 06:47 PM
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new Car new problems :( alternator??? i think nt plz adv.

I just bought an 84 Camaro berlinetta v6 and I have 2 jumpstart the car 2 get it started and if even after i drive it around with no problems after i cut it off i'll try 2 start it and.... nuttin batt. dead????
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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 07:01 PM
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Re: new Car new problems :( alternator??? i think nt plz adv.

ya I would say check the battery and if it looks older swap it out, a little while back mine was having that problem, got a new batt and everything ran smoothly
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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 07:04 PM
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Re: new Car new problems :( alternator??? i think nt plz adv.

Check the voltage at the battery and alternator with the engine running. Alternator may be shot, but sounds more like the battery is toast.
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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 07:22 PM
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Re: new Car new problems :( alternator??? i think nt plz adv.

If you don't have the tools, most auto parts stores will test the battery and alternator complimentary (hoping they can sell you a new one).
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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 11:02 PM
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Re: new Car new problems :( alternator??? i think nt plz adv.

yea the lady i bought the car from said it was new looks like it but eyes get lied 2 all the time
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