Alternator Low Output

[gtalbot]

Is it worth trying to fix an alternator with low voltage output, or just buy a new one?

Replaced the battery a couple of weeks ago, and it died again on me yesterday. Stopped in and had it tested and its not charging right. Found them on Rockauto for less than $100. Just trying to see it there is anything worth replacing or if it just makes more sense to go after the alternator.

Thanks

[Snail]

Replace with a new one

[WmWatt]

Uesd to be places who would rebuild alternators. Try "auto electrical" in the Yellow Pages.
If you still get Yellow Pages telephone directory.

[Pu241]

Your reglator is gone!
Don't know if those are plug and play replaceable or not, newer Alternators have the regulators integrated and are not friendly to repair/replacement.
You may also put up a [WTB] for known good Festy ALT of the correct year/model.
Could be more economical, but a new one would come with a warranty.

[1chrisapple]

sent u a pm on a like new but good used unit

[johnmt]

I replaced an internal regulator in one of my cars (carbed) a few years ago, It wasn't a drop in, needed soldering but it was only $40 vs new alt cost. Of course, the bearings etc. were still good.