My iphone 3g doesn't charge

I've had this iPhone 3gs for quite a few years now, I use the 4G as a phone but would love to keep the old one as an iPod etc etc...
The big problem is that even when it's fully charged it goes off after a few minutes, and it happens all the time continuously.
Can someone please help me with this issue?

Sorry I cant help but have the same problem. My 3g just went black and am unable to turn it on in any way shape or form. have tried the button pressing, the pressing both buttons, then releasing the top one till itunes recognises the phone....everything!
Would be quite willing to have a go at repairing it myself if I had the slightest idea what was wrong with it!
your help would be most appreciated......

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I'm thinking about going to another Apple store to have it checked out.
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