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Like the title says...

I have a 1990 Celica SX (ST184R 5SFE)

The car draws from the battery but dosent get anything in return from the alternator,

first point of call was to swap out the alternator with a known to be working one, and still nothing.

Next step is obviously wiring, but the wires enter the loom, so i'm wondering if anyone knows of any clips/attachments that could be to blame...

so far the service manual hasn't been a great help.

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Check your charge rate with the engine running... Voltmeter on the battery, should read atleast 14 volts or higher, if not then your alternator is stuffed... Before replacing the alternator again, check the voltage regulator as only that part may be stuffed...

If thats ok, check all your wiring and earths, check your terminal condition and tightness and check your voltage drop to the starter motor...

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found the prob! alternator was fine and was pumping out over 14V..

one of the wires in the loom had disconnected (shoddy work in the past by who ever)

removed the damaged section and patched it with wire and crimps, works fine now..

thanks for the suggestions guys

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