altenator shows not charging

1988 FORD F-350
42,680 MILES
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SAM GREEN
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Battery not getting a charge. Battery is new. This is a moter home
Oct 12, 2011 at 1:24 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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You think an alternator is in need of replacement?
Oct 12, 2011 at 1:28 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You can also try full-fielding it to determine if its the alternator or the voltage regulator by having someone that owns a VAT-40 or jumper A to F on the wiring connector-
Oct 12, 2011 at 1:36 PM
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