Hi Gene,
>From the symptoms you describe, it looks that probably
it is just the carbon brushes that are shot.
These are in the $5 - 10 range.
I strongly recommend that you examine the alternator first,
as I have found that several "rebuilt" alternators are c**p.
IIRC you need a 1/4" AF hex socket for dismantling the black cover at the rear
of the alternator.
Just my $ .02 worth.
Bert
70 B
> All,
>
> Well, the Alternator light on the dash was just starting
> to illuminate when I brought the car home the other night.
> Raise the rpm a bit and it goes out. I have never seen it
> do that before so it is probably time for an alternator.
> It is the original one.
>
> I will check the voltage regulator, belt tension, and
> connections, but in the event that an alternator is called
> for, what is the general wisdom ? Auto Zone supposedly
> has a direct Lucas replacement (45 AMP rating), for $112.00
> including core fee. Moss has one for $119.00
>
> However, I understand that the preferred method is to
> use a higher output GM alternator with appropriate wiring
> change. Can someone re-enlighten me?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Gene 80 B
>
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