Got the voltage regulator out and checked the brushes...
Heres what I've found and from what Ive read around here...
These are 3 signs that I should replace the Alternator all
together... right?
First, The length of the brushes differ slightly, they are not even.
Secondly the furthest brush, although smoothly worn, has a ridge on the side that is not worn (ie: not touching the track).
Thirdly, the inner brush is scored with lines...
All three of these are signs that I need a whole new Alternator, right?
I do not see much of a reason that this alone would make my alternator suddenly not work, Still curious about the fuse in the first post of this thread......
Also- what happens if i Jump the battery and try to drive without this part over to my mechanics if I do indeed need a new alternator? Since the battery isnt charging anyhow- Would it matter?
Thanks for learnin' me.