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Alternator 84 CJ7

Discussion in 'CJ' started by Doug Flory, Mar 26, 2017.

  1. Mar 26, 2017 at 12:56 PM
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    Doug Flory

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    Doug Flory [OP] New Member

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    i have 84 cj7 with 6 cylinder engine. Alternator died so I went to local auto store and got a new one. It charges ok but battery runs down when jeep is turned off. I tested battery and it's fine. Somebody said the new alternators have a built in voltage regulator, I have voltage regulator on the fender well and that built in VR is causing the battery to run down, anybody had this problem before?
     
    Doug Flory, Mar 26, 2017
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  2. Mar 26, 2017 at 7:50 PM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine Moderator

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    Welcome! If it runs down when its off, you might have a parasitic drain. Might want to see whats drawing power with the engine off.
     
    chris4x4, Mar 26, 2017
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  3. Mar 27, 2017 at 6:51 AM
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    OFFGRID

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    I agree with Chris. You have something draining the battery when it is off. Not likely to be the alternator. Look at any aftermarket electronics like lights or amplifiers that you have tied into the battery.
     
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