Re: [alfa] Alternator options

["Dean W. Cains" <dwc@xxxxxx>]

Hi Stefano:

I don't know about any of the Japanese alternatives, but the Milano 
alternator (or one from a series 3 or 4 Spider) bolts right on to any 2 
litre block.  Connect the B+ terminal of the alternator to the B+ terminal 
on the starter solenoid (8 ga. wire), and connect the D+ terminal of the 
alternator to the green wire that leads to the alternator warning 
light.  That green wire is one that was attached to the old external 
voltage regulator.  Since the new alternator has an internal regulator, the 
old one and its harness can be removed from the car.   All the old 
hardware, and even the belt are still useable, too.  I've got 75A 
alternators on both Spider's, and it really makes a difference in the way 
the accessories work (lights, defroster, wipers, power windows, etc.).

Here's a good source for a rebuilt alternator ($83, including the $15 core 
& free shipping):

http://autoexpress.safeshopper.com/

Regards,

Dean

At 12:41 PM 7/27/2004, you wrote:

> From: owner-alfa@domain.elided [mailto:owner-alfa@domain.elided] On Behalf Of
> Stefano.Iachella@domain.elided
> Sent: Monday, July 26, 2004 5:33 PM
> To: alfa-digest@domain.elided
> Subject: [alfa] Alternator options
>
> Cats,
>
> What was the model and year of that Geo alternator that fits
> the 2 liter Alfa? I remember it was smaller and 55 amp. Was
> it a drop in fit? I had saved the info when it was discussed
> here, but can't find it.
>
> What other options exist? Someone was talking about a Milano
> alternator in a Spider? Does that fit easily or does there need to
> be some modification?
>
> Wasn't there a Nissan alternator that fit as well?
>
> Thanks,
> Stefano
> Walnut Creek, CA
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