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Is my alternator toast or is it just brushes? 200 1982

posted by  nabramson on  Thu Apr 3 16:22 CST 2003
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My brick has the 4cyl gas with the 70 ah Alternator. Car has 153K+ miles. Brushes on internal regulator measure 6mm & 7mm respectively.This is close to the low spec. If I change the brush assembly & internal regulator should this solve the problem or is the alternator just too old & worn after 153K+ miles ? regardless of the brushes is it at or near the end of its life?








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Is my alternator toast or is it just brushes? 200 1982

posted by  Carlos the Jacker on  Fri Apr 4 05:27 CST 2003
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Old Volvo solder often won't melt, so you may need to clip the old ones first.

Get generic brushes,they can be trimmed with a pair of kleins or end-nippers. They'll look a little ragged on the end, but will wear down to match the armature after a while.







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Is my alternator toast or is it just brushes? 200 1982

posted by  TONY H on  Fri Apr 4 05:22 CST 2003
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I agree with the others, go with the brushes. I have 200000+ on my original alternator. I did the Brushes at around 150K just for giggles.
Bearings are still quiet
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Is my alternator toast or is it just brushes? 200 1982

posted by  rstarkie on  Fri Apr 4 00:56 CST 2003
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You don't mention the problem- is the alternator not charging? Brushes are cheap. If you know how to solder you can replace them yourself and not have to buy the assembly. Volvo part number is 1362710 and should be around $3 or $4, if you can locate a generic set they will be even cheaper.

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Is my alternator toast or is it just brushes? 200 1982

posted by  someone claiming to be MittenHed on  Thu Apr 3 17:16 CST 2003 [RELATED]

I can't see it from here, but my best guess is that if you rebrush it you'll be back in business.







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