Hey guys, for about a week now my 'charge' light has been going on and off while i drive. It may stay off for the first 5 mins, then turns itself on for the rest of the drive. I have put a brand new battery in a few days ago. But the problem was still happenening with the previous battery. I checked the 7.5 charge fuse under the bonnet, thats all fine.

This morning I went to start the car and it took a while to kick over
So the battery is definately getting reduced charge.

I really don't want the alternator to be the problem

What can I check??
* plugs?
* earth and other wires?
* belt tension?
* coil?

Any help appreciated (hope it starts at home time )