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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
CAR REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
110,190 POSTS
To an extent is it normal. THere is a transfer of heat from the engine and the alt produces heat itself. However, excessive heat isn't normal. Is there smoke or something coming from it?