Radio cuts out when fans cut in

[wintrading]

Got problem with my radio when radiotor fans cut in and my lights are on. It seems like fans drain too much power. My radio cuts out. What to do? I am not sure if cuts in is correct english. Sorry for that from amsterdam.

[spend]

Have you checked the earth connections, front of chassis for fans/lights and under transmission cover for dash.

Dave

[Sooty]

I have the same problem. When my fans come on they suck that much power that the Voltmeter drops into the red, the lights go dim and radio has been known to go off.

After SFR tried everything and couldn't find the problem, I have had it diagnosed that the alternator isn't working efficiently. New ones can be sourced for £120 for an OE Lucas part or around £80 for a spurious one. I'm gonna get mine refurbished for around £35.