Re: 1995 U300 dropped to 8 1/2 while driving?
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Rick has stated (above) the standard procedure for suspected alternator failure. Has saved many members from grief.
The transmission temp light MIGHT be due to low start battery voltage. Running engine with low battery voltage can cause all kinds of weird symptoms. Not good for the transmission in general - messes with the critical electronics.
Hopefully the shop is familiar with the DUVAC alternator + diode isolator + dual battery bank charging system. It should be a simple matter to trace the charging circuit from alternator to isolator to batteries. A break anywhere in that chain would cause the symptoms you describe.
The simple diagram below might help them understand your charging system.