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Old 01-25-2014, 11:38 AM
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Hi guys what is the problem that make the red thick cable on the alternator always hot
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Excessive current draw. Bad battery. Have high current drawing accessories?

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Dad/dirty connections also add to issues.
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Is it hot when the engine has been shut down for a while?
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