We had a warranty and it paid to have the alternator and starter replaced and I only had to pay the $150 deductible.
Pros: warranty paid replacement
Vehicle:
Kia Sorento
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Check alternator voltage should be above 14V at 1500 RPM. Bosch alternators are crap anymore, I bought a new WAI global alternator, it has strong output so far. Only time will tell if it holds up.
Pros: strong output
Cons: time will tell
I installed a Bosch re-manufactured unit. Under $200. It has a 24 month warranty and roadside assistance included.
Pros: 24 month warranty
I got a brand new TYC-brand one from Amazon, still strong 5 years later. No complaints.
Pros: still strong 5 years
Aftermarket units from Bosch and other are about $300.
Pros: cheap price
Vehicle:
Porsche
The most expensive one at Rock is a Bosch for $186.79+ core.
Pros: Available at RockAuto
Cons: Core charge applies
Vehicle:
Infiniti QX60
My alternator died in 32k kilometers.. (Audi Japan took care of it so not that bad). Otherwise the 3 lit twin turbo engine is amazing.
I love driving it on the highways, however small roads in Tokyo and small parkings are a bit challenging sometimes but the 4 wheel steering comes handy.
Pros: amazing twin turbo engine
Cons: alternator died
Vehicle:
Audi Q8
Mileage: 32000 km
I have a 100A alt from a 900 series and it keeps me powered, but barely. And if I have the stereo loud + headlights and fogs and a/c, I get belt squeal.
Pros: keeps me powered
Cons: belt squeal, barely enough
Vehicle:
Volvo
I’ve been busting my butt all day trying to get the alternator out of my 2004 ford focus (mk1) for a few painful reasons
Vehicle:
Ford Focus
The refurbished Duralast alternator has worked fine for a few months but the last month I started to hear belt noise and assumed it was related to the alternator. The last couple of weeks I would smell a new unknown burnt smell that smoked like either rubber or electronics which has led me to wonder if the battery/alternator fuses have gone out.
Pros: worked fine for months
Cons: belt noise, burnt smell
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