Hi,
I could have replaced the single bad diode for about 50 cents. Actually, I
could have cut out the bad diode (it was obvious which one was shorted) and
the thing would have still worked. It was putting out 13.4 volts. But, for
how long? A 30- year old anemic alternator has served its time. But, once I
add extra driving lights, stereo equipment, etc., I'll want the extra power
from the alternator. Anything can be repaired with a little patience. Some
things can be improved with a little ingenuity.
Cheers,
Derf
Fred Pixley wrote:
> >The GM alternator is on. It cost about $50-60 and about 2
>
> For about half that amount, and the same time in labour you could have
> soldered in a new diode pack (rectifier) . I'm not a total purist, but a
> Lucas alternator can be repaired with a little patience.
>
> Fred
> Napanee, Ontario
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