[MPDano]

Issue: Low Alternator Output

Possible fix: Replaced Voltage Regulator. Huco Brand and Made in Germany. Purchased from Roger. Make sure all Grounds have been cleaned first.

I trust Roger so no question that this part would not be the issue if I wasn't getting the voltage I need after the install.





Here is the Remanufactured Alternator from Advance Auto. I already suspected the Voltage Regulator even before I put the Alt on as it didn't look new. I also pulled the Part Number off the old Voltage Regulator and it came back as one from China. Piece of Craaap! http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/452389069/IP2700_12V_autmobile_electrical_voltage_regulator. html





I had to use an Impact Screwdriver to get the two screws off since they were on so tight. Worked like a charm.





Even this didn't look right as soon as I got the Regulator off, here is the before.



Here is the after, I used a very very fine sandpaper to remove the black marks



I used Blue Locktite on the supplied screws to make sure they didn't back out on me.