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captmike13	Dead alternator	#1
Elite Guru Hillsboro Mo 2165 Posts Member since: 2008/1/15 0:00	Ok guys as mentioned in the daily chat my alternator died on the way home from work. I'm not getting the auto zone replacement. I was thinking of getting a replacement from rock auto. Matt suggested the CS144. Question is where would I get one? Other suggestions are welcome. For those to lazy to read signature car is an 85.
	Posted on: 2012/3/8 3:37
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TommyT-Bone	Re: Dead alternator	#2
Chair-man of the bored Homestead USA 33760 Posts Member since: 2007/12/10 0:00	I'm in the local starter, alternator, generator repair shop crowd. Probably a quick turn around there and you know everything fits because it's yours.
	Posted on: 2012/3/8 3:43

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TommyT-Bone	Re: Dead alternator	#3
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	Posted on: 2012/3/8 3:45

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marv02	Re: Dead alternator	#4
Senior Guru California City Ca 130 Posts Member since: 2012/1/30 1:10	I using NAPA parts Alt, A/C compressor ect so far all of them have worked great for me. I know some others thta have tryed Auto Zone and most of them have said dont you be changing them out alot.
	Posted on: 2012/3/8 3:56
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captmike13	Re: Dead alternator	#5
Elite Guru Hillsboro Mo 2165 Posts Member since: 2008/1/15 0:00	Thanks for the head start on the research Tommy. I will check into some other local places.
	Posted on: 2012/3/8 11:18
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Matatk	Re: Dead alternator	#6
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	For the easiest route, napa or a rebuilder that is local to you. The CS144 can be found online or at the parts store, and requires minor modifications (measuring and filing) od the case and bracket.
	Posted on: 2012/3/8 19:17
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jhammons01	Re: Dead alternator	#7
Senior Guru 1044 Posts Member since: 2007/10/29 0:00	Would you want an GM replacement?
	Posted on: 2012/3/8 22:55

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bogus	Re: Dead alternator	#8
Grand Imperial Pooh-Bah San Pedro, CA 20859 Posts Member since: 2005/9/7 0:00	Check with K&B. They sell GM/ACDelco/Delphi parts. All new. All to OEM standard (whatever the hell that really means). I would suspect a fresh OEM alternator will do all you need. The 1985 wasn't filled with as much computer power as the later cars, so it's kinda lost on them. I put a 144 on my 92, and can't complain, but for me, it's an easy swap. You can look at Powermaster, but they are EXPENSIVE.
	Posted on: 2012/3/8 23:21
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captmike13	Re: Dead alternator	#9
Elite Guru Hillsboro Mo 2165 Posts Member since: 2008/1/15 0:00	GM replacement would be nice but not required. The stock one is only 108 amps. The replacements I've seen are 120 amps which should be more than adequate. I don't have window shattering stereo.
	Posted on: 2012/3/9 1:01
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captmike13	Re: Dead alternator	#10
Elite Guru Hillsboro Mo 2165 Posts Member since: 2008/1/15 0:00	Update. Ordered replacement parts from our registered vender Rock Auto. Parts should be here this week. Putting on new belt, plugs and alt.
	Posted on: 2012/3/11 16:27
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Matatk	Re: Dead alternator	#11
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	Glad to hear it! Do you have a serpentine belt tool? If not, I highly recommend having that - you can rent it from AZ or buy one for $20 at HF.
	Posted on: 2012/3/11 16:40
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captmike13	Re: Dead alternator	#12
Elite Guru Hillsboro Mo 2165 Posts Member since: 2008/1/15 0:00	Thanks for the info Matt. No I don't last time I needed to remove the belt I used a socket I believe
	Posted on: 2012/3/11 20:04
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Matatk	Re: Dead alternator	#13
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	First time I did my alternator I used a socket adapter and vise-grips. Not the best method, but works in a pinch. http://www.harborfreight.com/serpentine-belt-tool-kit-66344.html
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 1:25
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BillH	Re: Dead alternator	#14
The Stig Moderator Reno 22702 Posts Member since: 2007/12/25 0:00	I made my own, took about 10 minutes.
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 2:27
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jhammons01	Re: Dead alternator	#15
Senior Guru 1044 Posts Member since: 2007/10/29 0:00	Doesn't a 1/2 breaker bar fit right in the hole?
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 16:10

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bogus	Re: Dead alternator	#16
Grand Imperial Pooh-Bah San Pedro, CA 20859 Posts Member since: 2005/9/7 0:00	No, not on the later cars. It's a 16mm nut.
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 17:19
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Matatk	Re: Dead alternator	#17
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	It is a 1/2" square head in the tensioner on the L98s at least. But the serpentine belt tool has an adjustable end that lets you get in there better without hitting the other pulleys and is much easier to use.
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 17:58
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BillH	Re: Dead alternator	#18
The Stig Moderator Reno 22702 Posts Member since: 2007/12/25 0:00	Quote: bogus wrote: No, not on the later cars. It's a 16mm nut. Or 5/8ths
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 18:13
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Matatk	Re: Dead alternator	#19
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	Quote: BillH wrote: Quote: bogus wrote: No, not on the later cars. It's a 16mm nut. Or 5/8ths Not SAE or metric...they're Whitworth
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 18:19
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BillH	Re: Dead alternator	#20
The Stig Moderator Reno 22702 Posts Member since: 2007/12/25 0:00	Quote: Matatk wrote: Quote: BillH wrote: Quote: bogus wrote: No, not on the later cars. It's a 16mm nut. Or 5/8ths Not SAE or metric...they're Whitworth I remember that store - J.C. Whitworth.
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 18:24
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bogus	Re: Dead alternator	#21
Grand Imperial Pooh-Bah San Pedro, CA 20859 Posts Member since: 2005/9/7 0:00	When you need cash now...
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 18:36
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Matatk	Re: Dead alternator	#22
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	Quote: BillH wrote: Quote: Matatk wrote: Quote: BillH wrote: Quote: bogus wrote: No, not on the later cars. It's a 16mm nut. Or 5/8ths Not SAE or metric...they're Whitworth I remember that store - J.C. Whitworth. I thought he was J.C., superstar?
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 18:37
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Matatk	Re: Dead alternator	#23
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	Quote: bogus wrote: When you need cash now... That's JG Wentworth. Good job, Andy. Way to go putting a technical thread way off topic from the original intended purpose. I hope Mike isn't mad at you
	Posted on: 2012/3/12 18:39
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