When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
2nd Gen Ram Tech1994-2001 Rams: This section is for TECHNICAL discussions only, that involve the 1994 through 2001 Rams. For any non-tech discussions, please direct your attention to the "General discussion/NON-tech" sub sections.
Recently the lights on my truck are flickering slightly, and really visible when the dome lights are on. Now even the dash lights are doing it, and when I rev the engine it kind of goes away. The volt meter on the dash says the alternator it is charging at 14.5 volts, and when I put a multimeter on the battery posts with the engine running it says 14.55 to 14.6 volts. Once, the dash volt meter went off the chart past the 18 volt mark and caused the chime to sound and a check gage light to come on. I stopped the truck and then restarted it, and the volts went back to normal. This has happened twice. Is this a sign of a failing alternator? Winter is approaching fast, and I need a reliable alternator. Thanks!