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1979 Dodge Omni Repair Question


Topics covered: Alternator, Battery, Bushing.
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Asked on December 27, 2006

79 Omni - Battery won't stay charged

I have a 1979 Dodge Omni and the battery won't stayed charged. I've replaced everything I can think of. Has anyone had a similar problem - how did you fix it?

John
Avatar Asked by Sheehan

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Replied on January 2, 2007

check the grounds, make sure terminals are clean

Tiny Answered by stratus98
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Replied on March 20, 2009

These have an alternator mounted on rubber bushings to reduce vibration. Since it is isolated, it needs an external ground strap or wire. The straps rust apart quite often resulting in a no-charge condition.

Tiny Answered by caradiodoc (expert)
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