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 Oct 11 2012, 10:28 AM
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I want to rebuild my alternator, and I am having trouble finding the diodes for sale. Also I cannot find the rubber parts associated with the alternator. I still have them: they are about 40 years old. So, I was thinking a refresh of diodes, bearings, brushes and rubber might be a good thing. I recognize that the smarter route is a rebuilt alternator or a new Chinese one. Any leads?
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Oct 11 2012, 06:09 PM
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9140430841, FINALLY RUNNING Group: Members Posts: 1,216 Joined: 22-May 03 From: WALTERBORO,S.C. Member No.: 724 Region Association: South East States |
QUOTE(The Cabinetmaker @ Oct 11 2012, 04:25 PM)  Just take it to a local starter/alternator shop and have them rebuild it. Usually around 60 bucks and they will do a better job than those repair stations in Mexico. Every town in America has a little guy tucked away somewhere running a small Alternator/Starter repair shop... You have to sniff these guys out and make friends with them. You'll quickly learn that most of them will repair ANY starter or ALTERNATOR for less than 50 bucks.. You may have to wait a couple of days for him to turn it around, but the $$ savings are more than worth it. I've been using my local guy for DECADES... There is absolutely no need to waste your money with the local FLAPS. Just compare the prices. No comparison. Just as an example, I had my Bosch alternator on my 993 go out. 250-300.00 at FLAPS. Local guy said it blew a diode. 75.00 bucks to repair, and he replaced a bearing in it too. Also, w/the local guy, if his work fails, he'll most likely fix it for free. |
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| bulitt |
Dec 16 2012, 05:22 PM
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Achtzylinder Group: Members Posts: 4,189 Joined: 2-October 11 Member No.: 13,632 Region Association: South East States |
QUOTE(RON S. @ Oct 11 2012, 07:09 PM) QUOTE(The Cabinetmaker @ Oct 11 2012, 04:25 PM) Just take it to a local starter/alternator shop and have them rebuild it. Usually around 60 bucks and they will do a better job than those repair stations in Mexico. Every town in America has a little guy tucked away somewhere running a small Alternator/Starter repair shop... You have to sniff these guys out and make friends with them. You'll quickly learn that most of them will repair ANY starter or ALTERNATOR for less than 50 bucks.. You may have to wait a couple of days for him to turn it around, but the $$ savings are more than worth it. I've been using my local guy for DECADES... There is absolutely no need to waste your money with the local FLAPS. Just compare the prices. No comparison. Just as an example, I had my Bosch alternator on my 993 go out. 250-300.00 at FLAPS. Local guy said it blew a diode. 75.00 bucks to repair, and he replaced a bearing in it too. Also, w/the local guy, if his work fails, he'll most likely fix it for free. They all go by the nickname "Sparky" |
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worn alternator parts Oct 11 2012, 10:28 AM
benalishhero You should be able to find a Bosch reman for under... Oct 11 2012, 03:08 PM
reharvey
You should be able to find a Bosch reman for unde... Dec 16 2012, 03:57 PM reharvey :agree: Oct 11 2012, 05:07 PM The Cabinetmaker Just take it to a local starter/alternator shop an... Oct 11 2012, 05:25 PM Steve73 Thanks for your input. I'm gonna try this sho... Dec 16 2012, 01:35 PM Eric_Shea
:agree: with them dudes. We have one here that ... Dec 16 2012, 02:43 PM 914Sixer New ones on Evil-Bay $165 + $28 shipped ... Dec 16 2012, 08:05 PM Mikey914 The rubber parts you might have a hard time findin... Dec 17 2012, 12:17 PM |
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