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  1. cpf240

    M1008 Killing REAR battery?

    It would probably work, but is not "correct". The alts are *both* supposed to be isolated-ground. However, the GEN 1 position *is* grounded via the stud to the top of the engine. So, a "normal", non-isolated ground, alt will work in the GEN 1 position. If your GEN 1 was not connected properly...
  2. cpf240

    M1008 Killing REAR battery?

    It could, yes. Please take some voltage measurements, as indicated in the threads mentioned by Warthog. Only then can you narrow down the issue, and address it appropriately, rather than just guessing and throwing parts / money at it.
  3. cpf240

    M1008 Killing REAR battery?

    In a stock setup, yes, the GEN lights need to be working to get the alts to 'turn on', called exciting. You'll need to get out the voltmeter and start taking some readings and comparing those with what they should be.
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