The problem is most likely a worn set of brushes.  The regulator and
brushes can be easily replaced as a unit, simply unbolt the two screws
and remove and replace.  The replacement can be found at most auto
parts stores for about $35.

Bill Knight

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf
Of Richard Golen
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2001 1:34 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Update on Alternator Light Problem

Hi All,

I dropped off the alternator this morning at the shop that had
diagnosed it
a few months ago. The last time, the diagnosis machine indicated that
the
alternator was ok.....but today it showed it was bad. The owner of the
place said it was either diodes or the stator.

I'll find out tomorrow.....

Ric