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JON242

07-08-2002 05:25 PM

Alternator: rebuild or new?

My alternator died. No output at all. Any down side to having it rebuilt or should I buy new? Mine is a Mando 3 wire type. Should I change to a one wire setup? Anybody know what's involved in that? What's the difference between marine and automotive alternators (other than the price)?

blue thunder

07-08-2002 08:23 PM

I rebuild and have no problems... ever. Presolite alternators.

BT :cool:

mcollinstn

07-08-2002 08:24 PM

Rebuild.

Should cost nearly the same to rebuild a marine as an automotive. You pay for the sealed case and the corrosion resistant fasteners and parts. A rebuild is the way to go unless you want to swap to a higher output unit.

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