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Posted by LSR*cUbb (Member # 10943) on :
 
Just bought a tuff stuff 140 amp alternator and installed it..now its not holding charge. What should I check for.
 

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Posted by *Als50* (Member # 6003) on :
 
Check the fusible links on the alt. wire(s).
 

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Posted by cobraracer46 (Member # 1142) on :
 
I find the title to this tread amusing as it basically states that the OP failed at doing an alternator job.

As for what to check:
Check all power and ground circuits and if nothing fucked is found, verify that pin holding the brushes has been pulled.
 

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Posted by mechanicalsnake (Member # 11845) on :
 
Check plug on alt as well, they get brittle and won't stay put if air is between harness and grommet
 

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