The bleeding continues..
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The bleeding continues..
Ok, so may car wouldn't start at all this morning ( usually takes me about 3-4 tries). I come home from work and figured I try it again. She starts up first try no problem. As I am pulling off I hear this familar whining sound coming from my engine bay. I made it all the way back to my sisters house. I sat and talked to her for a few minutes. Came back outside to a noticeable dimness in my head and interior headlights, again nothing shot off into my head that there was an issue. I proceeded to drive and nearly crashed head on to an on coming car now, I am terrified. I raced home and parked the car and check the normal. No battery/break light, cells or anything out of the norm. I grabbed my multimeter and ran a battery/alt test it read 14v at idle and then dropped lower. I didn't mention that I just replaced my alternator about two weeks ago. What or where should I begin?
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I have a similar problem as you, Sometimes the car clicks a couple times before it starts and randomly flashes the battery/break light at me. I've taken it to the shop to check if my alt is going bad. they said nope that was fine. So what i did was check the cable for the + and - and it was pretty corroded. I've replace them with new set and even to this day it randomly flashes those lights. I've never pay it any mind as long as it doesn't stay on. It has something to do with a bad/weak connection which i'm not sure where at but it never gave me major problem. Next time if you're unable to start the car try wiggling the + wire to see if it's lose or whatever, i've had this happen to my couples times and brought a new battery for no reason 
00 i30 also.
00 i30 also.
My wifes 4th gen started to exhibit the same symptom as the OP,random no starts etc.. but before I was ready to start changing alternators and such I thought to start with the small things first.Clean the contacts,battery posts and such and the problem went away.
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Specification:
100 amps
6-groove serpentine pulley
Internal fan
Integrated circuit-internally regulated
Replaces OE Hitachi unit
Features:
Re-engineered and remanufactured to exacting standards for unsurpassed dependability
Constructed with the extensive remanufacturing process that includes total core disassembly, extensive component replacement, and rigorous three-phase testing that ensures to deliver performance that can be depended on
Returned core alternator that is thoroughly stripped down to base components and durable parts are cleaned, machined, and tested to precise standards
Offers new components including brushes, bushings, springs, and contacts
Assembled with re-claimed durable parts and tested again to ensure proper function
Lubricated with aerospace-grade grease to ensure long-life under grueling conditions
Complimentary 24/7 Quality-Built (QB) Roadside Assistance Program (RAP) which includes a jump-start or tow for 2 years from the date of purchase limited to 3 events per year and a maximum reimbursement of $60 each event
RAP is available anywhere in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico for passenger vehicles, vans, and light trucks, and operates on a reimbursement basis where customers are required to pay the service provider at the time the service is rendered and submit the corresponding receipt to QB for reimbursement.
Condition: Remanufactured
Product Fit: OE replacement
Quantity Sold: Sold individually
Product Color/Finish: Natural
Amperage Output: 100
100 amps
6-groove serpentine pulley
Internal fan
Integrated circuit-internally regulated
Replaces OE Hitachi unit
Features:
Re-engineered and remanufactured to exacting standards for unsurpassed dependability
Constructed with the extensive remanufacturing process that includes total core disassembly, extensive component replacement, and rigorous three-phase testing that ensures to deliver performance that can be depended on
Returned core alternator that is thoroughly stripped down to base components and durable parts are cleaned, machined, and tested to precise standards
Offers new components including brushes, bushings, springs, and contacts
Assembled with re-claimed durable parts and tested again to ensure proper function
Lubricated with aerospace-grade grease to ensure long-life under grueling conditions
Complimentary 24/7 Quality-Built (QB) Roadside Assistance Program (RAP) which includes a jump-start or tow for 2 years from the date of purchase limited to 3 events per year and a maximum reimbursement of $60 each event
RAP is available anywhere in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico for passenger vehicles, vans, and light trucks, and operates on a reimbursement basis where customers are required to pay the service provider at the time the service is rendered and submit the corresponding receipt to QB for reimbursement.
Condition: Remanufactured
Product Fit: OE replacement
Quantity Sold: Sold individually
Product Color/Finish: Natural
Amperage Output: 100
Better yet what the proper amperage?
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To add I am concerned about the car not starting like it should. I am thinking about getting a new starter also but I want to make sure it's the issue.
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From: Woodbury, NJ
ACDELCO Part # 3342041A 
{#88864442}
GENERATOR, WITH NEW REGULATOR; HITACHI IF; 110 AMPS
I've never have problem with aftermarket parts, it'll run it's life span and die but you'll never know when that happens. If you've already check the connection and it's tight and clean than the next thing to do is bring it to the shop and ask them to check if the alt is charging correctly.
{#88864442} GENERATOR, WITH NEW REGULATOR; HITACHI IF; 110 AMPSI've never have problem with aftermarket parts, it'll run it's life span and die but you'll never know when that happens. If you've already check the connection and it's tight and clean than the next thing to do is bring it to the shop and ask them to check if the alt is charging correctly.
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