Wussy Alternator
08-23-2003, 10:00 AM
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It is funny to see this topic, I am seeing the same thing in my 96. I have yet do do anything cause I have never really had a problem..just the dimming of the lights when applying the brakes at night. I should however fix it before it does cause a problem.
08-23-2003, 12:47 PM
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Re: Wussy Alternator
Originally Posted by Allmachtige
The lady I bought my car from back in May of 2002 put in a new alternator right before she sold it to me. Here'* the issue, when I turn the A/C when cruising along the car starts to surge at times, plus at night when I hit the brakes I can see my headlights dim for a split second. According to my RPO codes: K68 - generator 105 amp
Too weak? Or is this how I have to drive?
Too weak? Or is this how I have to drive?
I rebuild my own. Last one cost me $80.00 Cdn in parts.
08-23-2003, 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by speedyguy
Ironically I don’t. I suggest digging further to be sure. Start with a trip to Autozone to have it checked for free. A second opinion is always good. Then go from there. Redo cables and battery first then check it again. Then do the Alt.
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08-23-2003, 02:07 PM
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Yes and actually the ground is the biggest issue. The sparking even at small amounts will stress the unit quite a bit. Regardless of your ALT choice it also pays to have a spare. If you do rebuild it yourself don’t go to a regular shop. Do your homework and buy the proper parts. Gm replacements are not up to heavy use. They are intended for a properly working car.
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10-03-2003, 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by speedyguy
My stock alt was in my car for most of its life but the replacements found at most shops is the issue that forced the research into a better alternator.
The rear bearing is the main issue not only for its life expectancy but also its heat transfer and the ability to deal with the heat transferred.
The units I offer are more of a courtesy than a moneymaker but they are backed by a reasonable warranty and I have had no major problems.
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The rear bearing is the main issue not only for its life expectancy but also its heat transfer and the ability to deal with the heat transferred.
The units I offer are more of a courtesy than a moneymaker but they are backed by a reasonable warranty and I have had no major problems.
Ty
Since a few months the generator of my Bonneville '95 refuses to load properly when I stop the car
-temp 90 F
-gear in D
-break on
-(running day)lights on
-AC on
No problems when temp is lower. No problems when I keep driving.
Replacing voltage regulator didn't solve anything at all. I did read the posting of speedyguy: could the rear bearing be the cause of this problem? If true, is there a solution?
10-03-2003, 03:55 PM
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Originally Posted by DeathRat
Originally Posted by speedyguy
Ironically I don’t. I suggest digging further to be sure. Start with a trip to Autozone to have it checked for free. A second opinion is always good. Then go from there. Redo cables and battery first then check it again. Then do the Alt.
Ty
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