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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 04:25 PM
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Alright so my alternator died recently and I replaced it, the car worked fine for about 2 weeks. So recently when I go to start it I will hear a click and lose all power like the alternator is out. But if I wait an hour or so and try it again, it will either start or do the same thing. Any ideas on this? The car is a 2001 z28.
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 04:59 PM
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Your engine not turning over or starting has nothing to do with the alternator. Its a battery or electrical connection issue to the starter.

Sounds like you have a bad battery.

But check these things first.

Check for corrosion build-up on terminals and cables.
Could also be a broken battery cable.
Ground wire could be loose.

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Old Oct 29, 2009 | 05:27 PM
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Im going to check switch the battery with a spare one I have and check the ground wires and connections, etc. Is there anything else that could cause this?
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