On my trip to a car show Saturday I noticed the voltage gauge was only reading 11 1/2 volts in the ‘62 C-10. Finally got around to diagnostics this morning and after checking all the wiring I noticed a bit too much play in the alternator belt. Although the belt is only 3 years old. My adjustment was maxed out. Remembered this was supposed to be a temporary belt when I first put the motor in. Took my 46 inch belt with me to O’Reillys and asked for a 45 1/2 inch belt. Needless to say I didn’t make it home with a 45 1/2 inch belt. Another trip into town in the morning then wait til the noon truck comes in. It’s become the norm since the old man counter person retired.

Picked up the new 45 1/2 inch belt this morning and had it installed and adjusted within 15 minutes. Truck is charging now.

Last edited by Justhorsenround; 10/22/2020 3:07 PM. Reason: Added info
Martin
'62 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed (Restomod in progress)
'47 Chevy 3100 5 Window (long term project)
‘65 Chevy Biscayne (Emily)
‘39 Dodge Business Coupe (Clarence)
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