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Frank M · 01-03-2011, 07:14 PM

It depends on what failed in the alternator.
Brushes usually last 200,000 miles +.
Pulley can fail anytme as well as diode bridge or regulator.
Bearings last along time as well.

Many alternators only need a brushes, regulator or pully for repair.

01-03-2011, 07:14 PM	#2
Frank M Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NH Posts: 110	It depends on what failed in the alternator. Brushes usually last 200,000 miles +. Pulley can fail anytme as well as diode bridge or regulator. Bearings last along time as well. Many alternators only need a brushes, regulator or pully for repair. __________________ NH Last edited by Frank M; 01-18-2011 at 05:28 PM.