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Old 03-19-2008, 11:07 PM
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Originally Posted by YoungBenz View Post
Well tonight I checked the voltage across the battery at idle. The magic number topped out at 16.4V.....AT IDLE! After this I promptly ordered a new voltage regulator. Should I drive my 500SE until the new regulator comes?
I wouldn't. You risk battery damage.

Oh, wait. Confused. Whichever car does NOT have the 16.4v alternator. That's the one to drive.
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