Autozone carries an alternator that is compatible for use with the
late model Vanagon which has lifetime warranty on it!

Any issues with it they replace it on the spot.

I have never purchased one from them but since they are all over the
country it might be a good option especially while traveling.

Robert
NY

On Feb 7, 2009, at 1:47 PM, azsun99 wrote:

> In light of Loren's experience, what is the approximate life span of
> a late model
> alternator, it's brushes and regulator, assuming the belt is
> properly tensioned and
> the van doesn't see a lot of time on dusty roads or in other adverse
> conditions?
>
> Jerry