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**cooljess76** · 02-29-2008, 02:09 AM

Have you checked your alternator's output with a multimeter? What was the voltage? Test it with the amplifier completely disconnected and then check it with the system running. You should have 13.8-14.4v going to the battery. If not, check your main engine ground behind the passenger front wheel well. It's connected to the right motor mount and the chassis. Mine had a bad connection and was arcing. I found it after replacing 3 alternators and 2 batteries. GL

02-29-2008, 02:09 AM	#4
cooljess76 NOBODY F's with the Jesus Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ventura California Posts: 7,824 iTrader: (6) Photo Gallery	Have you checked your alternator's output with a multimeter? What was the voltage? Test it with the amplifier completely disconnected and then check it with the system running. You should have 13.8-14.4v going to the battery. If not, check your main engine ground behind the passenger front wheel well. It's connected to the right motor mount and the chassis. Mine had a bad connection and was arcing. I found it after replacing 3 alternators and 2 batteries. GL __________________ 4 MORE YEARS BABY!!!