Strange. This is almost a direct quote from
http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...tml#post424066, but I started a new thread because I did not receive any response.
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Originally Posted by cbaber
It's hard to justify $700 for OEM for an alternator. Even if you need to replace it 3 more times compared to the OEM, the box store brand is still better value. I've had a replacement alternator and distributor from a parts store for years and have not had any issues.
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This is not the engine or the transmission. I cannot imagine paying that amount! I put an AutoZone alternator in my Accord and then an elk headbutted the car.
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Originally Posted by Daox
Have you checked local salvage yards?
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That is what I meant by used for $35-50.
What are the chances of them being OEM, though?
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Originally Posted by hamsterpower
I can not emphisize this enough. When you buy a rebuilt alternator, have them test it in the store before you leave!!!!
Twice, I replaced a Civic alternator only to have the replacement fail within a week. My last one was OEM. They may joke about it being factory tested. I don't care. Test it again before you leave the store.
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Good point! Thank you very much!
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Originally Posted by Old Mechanic
If you plan on keeping the car for along time consider the lifetime warranty option. At least you won't have to buy another one.
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It says "Limited Lifetime Warranty."
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Originally Posted by P-hack
Alternators are fairly simple machines, I would troubleshoot it first. At least see if you have any brushes left and replace just those if not.
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Originally Posted by darcane
Before throwing money at it, are you sure it's the alternator?
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Specifically, it is the voltage regulator, which is part #12 in this diagram:
At least, according to AutoZone.
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Originally Posted by Old Mechanic
Also make sure you have good grounds everywhere.
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There was a recent thread on this topic. I have not gone through, removed my grounds, sanded the contacts, and put them back, but they look good to me.
Mom keeps saying that I need to fix the electrical system before I have the AC fixed. Then there are things like needing to figure out why I cannot charge my cell phone. It might just be a fuse, but this might be blowing the fuse.