2001 Chevy S-10 alternator going?

2001 CHEVROLET S-10
78,635 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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HARTL0602
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My alternator seem to be shutting off (voltage meter drops to around 12-13 volts), but if i floor it for a few seconds while driving, it kicks back in. could this be my serpentine belt slipping or is it unfortunately my alternator?
Jun 20, 2008 at 1:02 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Could be slipping bcuz the tensioner is acting up or the computer controlled field generation of the alternator


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Jun 20, 2008 at 1:26 PM
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