I just put a new alternator in my 81 720 datsun pickup 4×4 I got it jump started n it read 12v a little above but as I started driving it started dropping until it was down whats the problem plz help
Tom, When running voltage should be 14 to 14.8 volts, check all connections,fuses/relays,fusible links if equipped, bad battery, alternator defective, not wired up properly, broken wires loose alternator belt, etc. Diagnosing Alternator Problems EricTheCarGuy
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Tom, When running voltage should be 14 to 14.8 volts, check all connections,fuses/relays,fusible links if equipped, bad battery, alternator defective, not wired up properly, broken wires loose alternator belt, etc.
Diagnosing Alternator Problems EricTheCarGuy
http://www.carparts.com/classroom/charging.htm
Car Battery or Alternator How to Tell Where the Problem Lies