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1973 DODGE CHALLENGER
92,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ZSHEEK
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at idle lights go dim but when the rpms come up they are bright
Jan 15, 2011 at 9:46 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Measure battery voltage with engine off, engine at idle, and with engine speed increased a little. Use an inexpensive digital voltmeter, then holler back. Also be sure the alternator belt is tight.

caradiodoc
Jan 15, 2011 at 10:16 PM
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