Alternator Question
Was hauling down I-10 at 65 mph today and looked down and the dash gauge was at 11.5v. Stayed that way for about 15 mins and then went back to 14.5v. I know it was normal when I left this morning an...
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BurbMan wrote:
Am going to order an alternator and belt today just in case I need it. Alternator is on top of the engine and only 2 bolts so super easy to change.
I hate to state the obvious, but I will state the obvious. I have had trouble over the years with the lousy rebuilt alternators from AutoZone and other similar places. I know a local shop that rebuilds alternators and starters, and the end result is always much better than the junk rebuilds in the stores. In my opinion, if you end up installing the new one, keep the old factory one and consider having it rebuilt. The factory alternators are the best cores to rebuild, according to my local shop.
