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Re: 4000 Q alternator

On Fri, 1 Sep 1995, Gregory C Mayer, Hydrologist, GW Spec, Atlanta, GA  wrote:

> Hello All,
> Driving my '84 4000 quattro home last night my OX, Coolant, battery, and 
> brake lights all came on at once without any effect on driving/engine.  I 
> suspect alternator problems.  The belt is still on.  Very busy weekend 
> planned so I dropped it off at a new (to me) mechanic.  First thing he says 
> is Yes it's the alternator and they are expensive, costing about $350.  I 
> just called my parts place and they quote me a Bosch for $168!!

It is either the regulator or if higt mileage the slip rings in the 
alternator. First check the brushes on the reg, if ok, check the slip 
rings. THey can be machined or resurfaced for about $60 without having to 
buy a new one. You might be able to tell which one it is with just a meter.

Bob
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