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Category: Alternator Problems and FIxes

link to Can a Car Alternator Charge a Deep Cycle Battery?

Can a Car Alternator Charge a Deep Cycle Battery?

Many car owners with alternators also own boats or RVs that use deep-cycle batteries. People often wonder if they can use the alternator on their car to charge these batteries as well. In this...

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Does The Car Alternator Always Charge The Battery?

Alternators are designed to charge the car battery. But do they do it constantly? How does an alternator know when it has finished charging in order not to overcharge it? These are some of the common...

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My Car Keeps Burning Out Alternators (8 Reasons Why This Happens)

It's a frustrating problem: your car keeps burning out alternators. You've probably taken it to a mechanic, and they've told you that they don't know what's wrong. Don't worry - we're here to help!...

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link to Can a Car Alternator Get Wet? Here Is What You Need To Know

Can a Car Alternator Get Wet? Here Is What You Need To Know

Many car owners debate if car alternators can get wet. This question poses a unique challenge since alternators generate electricity - and electricity does not mix well with water. So let us put an...

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What Are The Symptoms Of A Bad Alternator?

All of us had problems with the car alternator at least once in our life. An alternator has a lifespan of 5-7 years or 80,000 miles. I cannot say for sure how long will your alternator lasts because...

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We are a group of mechanics and mechanical engineers with 40+ years of experience between us. Our passion is to provide the best and most accurate repair vehicle information that everyone can understand and follow.

Over 20 years of experience working in automotive repair and maintenance. Expert knowledge of manual and automatic transmissions, brake system repairs, engine diagnostics, and all related equipment.

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I am a Mechanical Engineer that specializes in AC, Alternators, Batteries, Cooling systems, and Drive Train issues. Working on cars has always been my dream and the reason why I studied to be a Mechanical Engineer.

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