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Electric Start-up Problems

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Hey guys,

Developed some weird start-up problems today. The car is acting like the battery isn't getting a full charge. I have an Optima RedTop and a new alternator. I haven't added any new electronic accessories recently. Looking for ideas to trouble shoot? Thanks.

-Paul
 

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Paul, do you have a DMM? parts stores will often check out your system for free.
what are the symptoms exactly?

what kind of battery volts do you have? ditto for the alternator. it could be something as simple as a bad battery connection or ground (where i would go after checking volts at the battery).

good luck.
 
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