OK...it looks like I need to replace my alternator and need some advice.

Is the original Bosch 80 or 90 amp?

Secondly, I can get a reman Denso considerably cheaper than a rebuilt Bosch. Anyone have experience with the Denso?

Thirdly, do I need to know anything specific about replacing the alternator other than removing the battery terminals so I don't "fry" anything? It looks like a pretty simple job, but every time I work on a car, something always seems to go wrong...

Thanks in advance,

Bill

Denso makes good stuff. It is a Japanese company. Our Toyota has its original Denso alternator still....with nearly 150k on it.

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'15 GLK250 Bluetec 102k - mine - (OC-104,600)
'17 Metris(VITO!) - 26k - wifes (OC-25k)
'09 Sprinter 3500 Winnebago View - 57k (OC - 63k)
'13 ML350 Bluetec - 73k - dad's (OC-75k)
'01 SL500 - 92k(km) - dad's (OC-94,000km)
'16 E400 4matic Sedan - 122k - Brothers (OC-125k)

Remove battery terminals, negative first!

90a bosch.

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90A? So my wife's car has a bigger alternator than mine....now I really need a 120! Gotta have more power.

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-diesel is not just a fuel, its a way of life-
'15 GLK250 Bluetec 102k - mine - (OC-104,600)
'17 Metris(VITO!) - 26k - wifes (OC-25k)
'09 Sprinter 3500 Winnebago View - 57k (OC - 63k)
'13 ML350 Bluetec - 73k - dad's (OC-75k)
'01 SL500 - 92k(km) - dad's (OC-94,000km)
'16 E400 4matic Sedan - 122k - Brothers (OC-125k)

It may be the brushes...BIG difference in price. It is a five minute job. Do a search!

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