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Subject:Re: alternator lifespan
From:John Bange
Date:Sun, 8 Feb 2009 09:34:07 -0800

> Where is a good place to pick up a spare brush package/regulator unit?
> Would a FLAPS have this?
>

Probably. It's the same as any other similar Bosch alternator with a
28mm slip ring uses, and that covers like forty-odd different car
models from BMW, Volvo, VW, etc.
Personally, I went for the "fancy" solution and bought an adjustable
regulator from:
<http://www.davebarton.com/AdjustableVoltage.html>
...and bagged up the old working regulator and put it in the parts
box. My batteries seem happier with a little more voltage than the
stock regulator put out.

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John Bange
'90 Vanagon - "Lastwagen"
'90 Vanagon GL - "Wiesel"