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Do your lights dim at idle?

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Old 03-08-2007, 07:20 PM
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I ask because I was talking to WJ one night, and I told him that my lights dim when idling, thinking that it wasn't a common issue, but he said that he had the same problem as me. SO! Answer the poll, and then post your Alternator type (105 amps, 140 amps). I'd like to see what we get
Old 03-08-2007, 07:22 PM
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nope, mine dont. 105amp.
Old 03-08-2007, 07:28 PM
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its just showing a weak electrical system.. FACT
Old 03-08-2007, 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by harofreak00
its just showing a weal electrical system.. FACT
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Old 03-08-2007, 07:56 PM
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Nope, and im not sure how many amps my alt is. Can anyone else with a 97 help me out here?
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Mine get a little darker at idle, but 1997 GP'* have a pitiful electrical system.
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Mine get dim when I step on the brakes at a stop light....also my volt gauge dumps REAL LOW at that point....but that'* the only voltage problem I have.
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mine dim if i turn the radio on, or when im putting a window up/down. but not at idle
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mines don't dim, I guess the older models don't have that feature
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mine dims, not sure on the amps but i know my battery is poopin out on me


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