I was told that everytime your alternator goes out you should also replace your battery since a dying alternator will put lots of strain on a battery and hamper its ability to recharge, I'd replace that battery and see what happens. I guess this is somewhat related, but does anyone know how to fix a speedo that is off by about 7mph? I was told to pace with someone at 60mph and then just reposition the needle. Any truth to that?