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Originally Posted by tobybul
...... When replacing an alternator especially with a remanufactured, ALWAYS have the "new" one tested before installing it. You could get a bad one  like I did.
I put one on my C220 last night without testing it first and Murphy's Law happened. I got it from a local store because I did not want to have the down time of ordering! Plus they happen to have the exact Valeo unit.
I also put one in on my 85 300D (80a) that I ordered but this time had it tested first and passed the test. 
Autozone will test alternators for free. |
Ouch, thats no fun. I've had that happen with computer parts fairly often, its always luck of the draw. 
How is that 80A alternator working out? I might swap one into my car if I can find one for a good price......the extra power would be nice. 
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