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Alternator not charging.... sometimes 200 1993

posted by  woodshavings on  Wed Feb 8 22:09 CST 2023
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Update with pics and questions....

I believe the problem is the regulator, and the sleeves it makes contact with are pretty worn (deep groves) which is evidenced by the pictures of the brushes.

I sourced a reman Bosch unit that I plan to install next week.

Here are pics of the new unit: 93 240 Alt Regulator

Two questions:

1. The old alternator has a capacitor connected to the W terminal (see pics). Do I need to swap it onto the new alternator? I can hear whining on my radio with engine speed, so I'm not sure it's working, but I'm also not familiar with its function.

2. The new alternator case has a small piece missing on top. It's no where to be found, either in side the alternator or in the shipping box. Not sure if that's the way it shipped, or it was damaged after it was remaned. Is it safe to install/use, or should I send it back for another unit. It's a bit of a hassle, but I was to be safe.

Thanks.






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New 1 Alternator not charging.... sometimes [200][1993]
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