Rebuilding an Alternator

[gray85]

For some reason the alternator for the 85 vette is not available rebuilt. The new one is $300 Is there rebuild kit, diodes brushes, etc. ?

 

[JonM]

http://www.batee.com/corvette/dcrg/readerstips/larsstuff/this_tech_paper_will_discuss_sim.htm

 

[SPANISHVETTS]

I bought a 140 Amp Alternator on ebay for about $100. The unit has 5000 miles on it with no problems.
If you need more info PM me and I will dig up the invoice.

 

[gray85]

Thanks for the information. I did find a site that sells rebuild kits. It doesn't list all the parts included, but it is about $15. 15 vs. 300, I will take the risk and buy it at 15.

http://www.thepartsman.com/alternators-mm.html

 

[Hib Halverson]

The 17SI alternator used in 84 and 85 is a POS, anyway. Unless you want your car to be all original, the best thing to do for those model years is convert to the 92-up CS144. It's more powerful, more reliable and probably cheaper. The procedure is discussed in an article at: http://www.idavette.net/hib/reman.html

 

[irfgt]

alternators

I can provide any parts needed for the alternator rebuild. All I need to know is the type and amperage. A kit gives unnecessary extra parts. Generally the diodes are the most troublesome followed by the regulator.

 

[gray85]

Totally awesome article, it has everything I was wondering about!!!!!

Thanks irfgt and Hib

 

[caddy]

Man, this was a great article Jon, thanks for the info, If I ever need mine repaired I know where to come......Thanks again!

 

[C4CRAZY787]

Great article, thanks for the info.

 

[Redbob]

Man, this was a great article Jon, thanks for the info, If I ever need mine repaired I know where to come......Thanks again!

Whattaya mean "if"?
LOL!

 

[drcorvette]

Alternators

Yes what a great article!!! I printed it off and it's in a folder .....

And .... I agree there is no IF word when refering to an alternator ... it's more likely .... WHEN.

 

[Moonunit 451]

Wish I'd asked the question last year. Great info guys. Thanks.

Hey where's my green :confused I'm Irish too