1987 Mazda Rx7 Replaced Alternator On Rx7 Drove Short Distance Got Hot Took

1987 MAZDA RX7
80,000 MILES
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I replaced the alternator on 1987 mazda rx7, drove for a short distance and the alternator got hot . took the new alternator off and had it tested it works but now the car cranks over but wont start.
Jan 20, 2013 at 11:02 AM
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check all your connections to be sure you did not remove or not plug anything back in

Roy
Jan 20, 2013 at 11:17 AM
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