Replacing Alternator Brushes with Alternator still on the car - Page 5

Mike Noc · 22nd November 2014, 13:09

Unfortunately not Brian - the old bits got destroyed getting them out and were binned.

Am away from home for a couple of days but can measure the slip rings in the spare alternator when I get back though.

Mike Noc · 22nd November 2014, 13:11

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Originally Posted by David Lawrence

Sounds like a good idea. It was good to meet you at the NEC and see what great condition your high miler was in. Based on yours im not expecting to need any further work on my alternator for at least 6 years yet!

Good to meet you too David. I was surprised how well Big Ron polished up to be honest.

burn5ie · 9th March 2015, 12:17

So, is there an easy way of finding out which alternator is fitted to my car without getting it off first? I just spoke to the vehicle electrics shop and they wouldn't send me a regulator without knowing part numbers etc.

Cheers, Steve

FrenchMike · 9th March 2015, 12:27

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Originally Posted by burn5ie

So, is there an easy way of finding out which alternator is fitted to my car without getting it off first? I just spoke to the vehicle electrics shop and they wouldn't send me a regulator without knowing part numbers etc.

Cheers, Steve

Hi,you can easily see the part number :

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But you have to unplug the connector to know if it's 2 or 3 wires..

Mike

burn5ie · 9th March 2015, 12:50

Thanks Mike, couldn't see that sticker, maybe it's covered in filth. I'll go and have another look.

Regards, Steve

Jules · 9th March 2015, 13:23

Order both types then send back the incorrect one

burn5ie · 9th March 2015, 16:27

Tempting idea Jules. Also very tempting to send the car off a cliff sometime soon, there's so many jobs need doing and I'm getting fed up!!!!

DMGRS · 9th March 2015, 18:30

Just unplug the connector and check - it's not too hard to get to.

We have both 2 and 3 pin regulators here:
Regulator Pack - CDTi 75/ZT

You're of course welcome to order both and return the incorrect item if you prefer.

dave lincs · 9th March 2015, 19:46

I have done it by not removing the alternator, was quite easy took just over an hour

burn5ie · 10th March 2015, 07:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMGRS

Just unplug the connector and check - it's not too hard to get to.

We have both 2 and 3 pin regulators here:
Regulator Pack - CDTi 75/ZT

You're of course welcome to order both and return the incorrect item if you prefer.

Thanks, will check this afternoon and give you a call.

9th March 2015, 12:17	#43
burn5ie Newbie 75CDT Tourer Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ilkeston Posts: 14 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	identification So, is there an easy way of finding out which alternator is fitted to my car without getting it off first? I just spoke to the vehicle electrics shop and they wouldn't send me a regulator without knowing part numbers etc. Cheers, Steve

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dave lincs Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Louth Posts: 1,421 Thanks: 380 Thanked 986 Times in 476 Posts	alternator I have done it by not removing the alternator, was quite easy took just over an hour

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Mike Noc This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Manual Connoisseur SE, Rover 75 CDT Automatic Connoisseur SE & a Freelander Td4. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 11,552 Thanks: 3,470 Thanked 3,119 Times in 2,247 Posts	Unfortunately not Brian - the old bits got destroyed getting them out and were binned. Am away from home for a couple of days but can measure the slip rings in the spare alternator when I get back though.

9th March 2015, 12:50	#45
burn5ie Newbie 75CDT Tourer Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ilkeston Posts: 14 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks Mike, couldn't see that sticker, maybe it's covered in filth. I'll go and have another look. Regards, Steve

9th March 2015, 16:27	#47
burn5ie Newbie 75CDT Tourer Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ilkeston Posts: 14 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Tempting idea Jules. Also very tempting to send the car off a cliff sometime soon, there's so many jobs need doing and I'm getting fed up!!!!