I think some alternators dont charge at idle, but if you hit the gas they do. That may be why the light comes on. Dan
On Wed, Jun 25, 2008 at 9:31 PM, Jim H. Thompson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > 1. Could be a loose belt. Time to do a simple check up. > > 2. Battery fluid level > > 3. Cables clean and tight both ends > > 4. Make sure dash is grounded > > > > *From:* [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto: > [EMAIL PROTECTED] *On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] > *Sent:* Wednesday, June 25, 2008 1:55 PM > *To:* Chevelle-list@chevelles.net > *Subject:* [Chevelle-list] alt light 71 elky > > > > on my 71 elky the gen light glows when i first start it. as soon as i get > on the road it goes out and does not come back on even at stops or with the > lights on, what might be my problem? > > it still has the external regulator. > > > > thanks > > > > Harlan > > > > ------------------------------ > > Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used > cars<http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007> > . >
