Well the streak is over, i bought my 02 truck with 4 miles on it. Hadn't had a problem or anything done on it but routine maintenace im at 114,000. Went out to go to work and the starter lugged....i was shocked tryed to start it again and it made a clicking sound. The truck didn't start, so i figure something need's replacing. After i attempted to start the truck the dash was acting a bit crazy. Im thinking it either the battery but more likely the alternator. How can i determine which one it is???

 

Jump start the truck. Once it is running undo the negative battery cable. If it continues to run, the alternator is probably fine. Then let it charge and test the battery (if you don't have a battery tester places like Autozone can do it for you).

 

Was told by the dealership, the crazy gauges are from a bad battery. Mine was still starting normally, battery was 6 or 7 years old, so I replaced it. Problem solved, why the gauges peg out like that but I still had enough to start the engine is a mystery to me.

 

I will try that trick with the alt.

 

When I got the crazy gauges it was my battery that died. But if your alternator is shot then that would drain your battery so its better if you take it to any parts store they will be able to test out the electrical system for you

 

Tried the trick with disconnecting the negative and the truck didnt skip a beat, so im off to have the battery tested.

 

Definitely the battery i the gauges were acting screwy.

 

Well my hands only got a lil dirty, lol, i used my other vehicle to get the daily driver up again, enjoy the pics



Got a new battery and some fried chicken all in one stop!!!

 

Nice V-Dub!

Did you have to drive, to LA to get that chicken?

 

Thanks, it was next to autozone here in prattville alabama