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Subject:Re: alternator lifespan
From:Roger VanTill
Date:Sun, 8 Feb 2009 07:21:31 -0500

Where is a good place to pick up a spare brush package/regulator unit?
Would a FLAPS have this?

On 2/7/09, Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote:
> 'semi  indefinitely in my experience.
>  though, quality of rebuilt units varies.
>  I always and only use Bosch rebuilt alternators,
>  and I also carry a spare good used one on long trips.
>  as well as a spare 'brush package/voltage regulator' unit too.
>
>
>
>
>  ----- Original Message -----
>  From: "azsun99" <azsun99@EARTHLINK.NET>
>  To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
>  Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2009 10:47 AM
>  Subject: alternator lifespan
>
>
>
> > In light of Loren's experience, what is the approximate life span of a
> > late model
> > alternator, it's brushes and regulator, assuming the belt is properly
> > tensioned and
> > the van doesn't see a lot of time on dusty roads or in other adverse
> > conditions?
> >
> > Jerry
> >
>

--
Roger
'89 Westy "The Moose Lounge"
'90 Audi 90

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