[chetwynd]

Last week I was driving and my car died while I was driving it. Dead. Turned the key and I got the usual clicking from whatever, meaning that it wouldn't turn over - not enough juice. I charged the battery, it started and ran fine, but when I removed the battery cable it died instantly.

In other words, the car will NOT run with the battery disconnected, which I believe it should be able to do. I was told it was the alternator that needs to be replaced, any thoughts?

THANKS!