Fixed three things on my Porsche today- felt good!!!

[jmatta]

Not a little thing, but the alternator/battery light came on the first day I brought the Box out of winter storage. Battery was on a maintainer all winter, so I guess the alternator is toast...ordered a replacement voltage regulator, so I guess I'll be experiencing the DIY alternator R&R; Pelican has an excellent write-up.

Nice way to start the driving season...car has 19K miles on it.

[ddb]

Originally Posted by jmatta

Battery was on a maintainer all winter

jmatta,

How old is the battery and what type is it? I've never used a maintainer before. Do they give you some sort of indication that the battery is in good shape? Just curious since you are on to the alternator.

Thanks,

ddb

[jmatta]

Battery is four years old, factory Moll. I'll likely replace it when I do the voltage regulator and it won't be another overpriced OEM unit. The maintainer will switch on when the voltage drops to a predetermined level and bring the battery up to full power. Porsche doesn't sell the voltage regulator separately, but a little research shows the same unit is used by VW, Audi and MB in their Bosch units. More of a PITA to R&R the alternator, than to actually swap the regulator.

[audisnawb]

Pellican does have amazing DIY threads. I dont know what Id do without their help!!!