1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Alternator Battery Negative Wire Git

1986 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS
200 MILES
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need help alternator or battery problem, negative wire git hot and burn, had to get a boost
Nov 20, 2012 at 5:20 PM
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Make sure the ground is clean and tight, and check to make sure the starter isn't drawing too many amps from the battery.
Nov 20, 2012 at 5:51 PM
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