Heater core replaced now alternator overheating

[joesco]

I finally replaced my heater core and took Zeus out for a short ride yesterday and saw my voltage gauge was not in green, as usual. Came back and using my slave plug, I found 23 volts on my meter while the engine was running.

Raised the hood and the generator / alternator was very hot to the touch. Belts were tight and in good condition. Can you help with a couple questions after I completed a detailed search....

<>It appears that Wolverine is the go to company for a replacement. Have folks had good luck with their Chinese replacement unit? Do SS members get a discount off their website price?

<>Could I have damaged my Hawker batteries?

<>Is there a possibility that it might be my PCB, if so how can I determine that?

<>Are there any other (cost - effective) alternatives to the Wolverine, other than a take-out unit?

Thanks very much!

 

[Swamp Donkey]

Interested in experiences with the Wolverine alternative also...

 

[juanprado]

test all 4 batteries individually.

Might have multiple problems as a bad battery(s) in the mix also.

 

[joesco]

Thanks tested the batteries all were fine, took my 24v charger and charged them via my make-shift slave plug adapter and they charged without any problems. Now a call to Wolverine tomorrow, but if anyone has any feedback from them, please post. Thanks!

 

[joesco]

BTW, this charger is by far a must for these trucks! NOCO Genius G26000 12V/24V 26A Pro Series UltraSafe Smart Battery Charger!

 

[212sparky]

I would put a load test on each battery. If you have one bad it could put a heavy load on the alternator.

 

[joesco]

Just spoke with Tim at Wolverine Technologies and he seems very knowledgeable and appears to stand behind his product with a 5 year guarantee. In addition, it appears to generate about 25% more amperage. I ordered one and hope to install it next week. Will post my impression.