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Ian, In a previous thread relating to M1010 (which is the same set up as my M1028) charging issues, you mentioned an alternative to installing a battery equalizer would be changing the top 24v alternator to a 12 volt. That seems like a simple fix. I don't need a lot of power. Why wouldn't I...

Thanks alot guys. First, I'm going to try a different battery. Then the connections and DC ammeter.

OK, I'll try that. But, what explains why the battery is dead after driving while the system is supposedly charging. I literally turn the truck off, then immediately attempt to turn it over and it's dead. It seems that the battery is not charging, despite all the indications that it is.

This is the new battery. It has been drained and boosted several times.

My 86 M1028 front battery is not charging. This model has the Duvac 'blue box'. So far, both batteries, belts and Duvac box have been replaced. The auto electric 'expert' tells me it is charging properly at 14.4 volts and maybe the belts should be tightened (then why is it charging properly?). I...