I think I need an altenator

[HDwatki at aol.com]

    My 4kq died on the road yesterday on my way home from work.  That morning 
when I started her up all of her warning lights stayed on.  Then on my way 
home the electrical system faded away.  I got a ride home,along with my 
battery and recharged it.  When I went back to the car Iin a few hours it 
started right up soI figure the problem was the altenator or the voltage 
regulator.  Well sence the regulator is cheaper I went out and got one and 
installed it.  What a pain!  Well after putting it back together nothing had 
changed so I guess I need an altenator. Can I was a 90watt Bosch altenator 
from a 5000 in my car or is it a special altenator.  Although I live in the 
D.C. area it's still hard finding parts for a 4000 quattro around here.  I 
also noticed that the cable that connects to the battery from the altenator 
is in very bad condition.  What is the possibility that this cable is to 
blame.  I love my car but some times ..........


Duane
85 4000 Quattro (a little under the weather)