Camaro and water dont mix... Any thoughts?

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Old Jun 19, 2007 | 12:14 PM
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Hi ya'll


I have noticed lately when it rains hard and there is water on the road or when I hit a puddle, my check gauges light comes on. Its get perticulary bad when I am making a turn, almost like the car wants to die and the steering gets really tight like it will putter out? when this happens the voltage gets in the red, not far maybe like 8-10 volts. when most batteries should be like 12+. anyone else have this problem or have had or maybe just chime in to what you think it maybe, again it only happens when it rain and when i hit puddles, no grant it I dont aim for them like some young bucks do. but sometimes you have no choice...


Appreciate your input


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Old Jun 19, 2007 | 01:00 PM
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The accesory belt may be slipping when wet. Try a new belt and a new tensioner,
 
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 08:02 PM
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Could be alternator also.....might be getting water into voltage regulator.
 
Old Jun 22, 2007 | 04:12 PM
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COdes?
 
Old Jul 6, 2007 | 05:43 PM
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Alright fellas i replaced the belt and tensioner and worked liked a charm. tensioner was busted to SH*T

total cost for parts about 65 bucks


thx to all for your input.



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Old Jul 8, 2007 | 08:49 PM
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could have saved yourself money if you didnt drive in the rain.
 
Old Feb 16, 2008 | 09:16 PM
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Pete you sly dog you
 
Old Feb 16, 2008 | 09:19 PM
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could have saved yourself money if you didnt drive in the rain.
 
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