Low voltage, then dead battery

[Brav]

I noticed that my car was running around 11.8-12V, and recall it being close to 14 most of the time while driving. Now it wont turn over. My first inclination is to replace the alternator. Is there anything else I should check first?

Also not sure if its related, but the headlights sometimes wont turn on and I ahve to cycle it several times, and i get an intermittent brake light out warning. I think the brake light is the socket, as is usually the case..

[MacDaddy]

sounds like a dead alternator. if your going to get a re-man, try and find someone local eho rebuilds alternators first. just as good and cheaper.

[RedRocketS4]

autozone ftw with alternators... lifetime warranty. if it dies again, then they replace it for free... well, plus your labor time.