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thefallman · 08-01-2007, 09:14 PM

sounds to me like you need a new alternator anyway. a highout put alternator isnt going to put out more then 14 or so volts (the same that your current one should be putting out) its going to put out more amps. which will obviously help with the dimming headlights and other issues but from what you discribe with the voltage issues it sounds like your alternator or at least your voltage regulator is on its way out.

EDIT: tc is right it could be the battery too

08-01-2007, 09:14 PM	#3 (permalink)
thefallman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Walla Walla, WA Posts: 550	sounds to me like you need a new alternator anyway. a highout put alternator isnt going to put out more then 14 or so volts (the same that your current one should be putting out) its going to put out more amps. which will obviously help with the dimming headlights and other issues but from what you discribe with the voltage issues it sounds like your alternator or at least your voltage regulator is on its way out. EDIT: tc is right it could be the battery too __________________ ~Brian GETTING FIXED 89 Ex-Cab 3.4 Conv. T100 Auto Tranny ~Phoenix 94 Ex-Cab 22re 5spd Came with parts truck. Doesnt run yet. 90 4runner 3.0 Auto (Wifes Toy) 92 4runner 3.0 Auto (Currently With Blown Engine) (New 3.4 Swap i think)