Fortunately with my non-turbo diesels, unless there some issue like a broken or seized mounting-bolt in the bracket, it's not that difficult to change an alternator.
Unfortuately, the fault with my Pep-Boys altenator didn't show up until a few months after I installed it. Which is a common problem I have with aftermarket parts nowadays. But I suspect some of the OE stuff has declined in quality too.
Happy Motoring, Mark
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