what can cause an alternator to go bad 0n 03 dodge 2500 5.9l diesel in 6 weeks

2003 DODGE TRUCK
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WEBALLJR
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original altinator went bad and replaced it with a new Bosch OEM. New one stopped charging in 6 weeks. I had 2 new batteries installed before I change it
Mar 18, 2012 at 8:20 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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One that quality control missed, probably. You're bound to get 1 or 2 at least in every production batch.

Check all of the charging system wiring. Make sure all of the connections are clean and strong. No frayed or loose wires. Battery connections clean and strong. If your car has one, check the fusible link.
Mar 18, 2012 at 8:30 PM
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Have the computer scanned for code/s-start here



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Mar 18, 2012 at 8:32 PM
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Bouncing heads again-you win -take it -have a nice day
Mar 18, 2012 at 8:34 PM
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