1987 Chevy Corvette battery voltage

1987 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
95,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • MANUAL
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Just replaced the alternator...the battery voltage reads 14.3 when it's idling and then drops down to 13.4 when I'm driving...what should it should it read when driving?

Thanks!

Dan
May 23, 2008 at 12:54 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

This will depend on the condition of the batter and the state of charge. If the battery is in good condition & fully or near fully charged 13.5 V is ok.

Mark (mhpautos)
May 23, 2008 at 10:36 PM
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