I know this was discussed here at some point, but what size bearings
do I need for an 1989 model alternator?  My spare has some play and
I'd like to replace bearings and make it my primary.

2009/10/27, John Meeks <vanagon@gmail.com>:
> On Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 6:59 PM, aaron bright <vdub4uandme@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> Volksdoktor in Louisville, KY is trying to tell me that installing an
>> alternator is going to cost $398.
>> Does that even come close to sounding right to anyone?????
>>  Thank you,
>> Aaron Bright
>> Louisville, KY
>>
>>
> Aaron,
>
> Unless the alternator bearings are shot (you can definitely hear that
> condition) You may just have worn brushes. If you're seeing your Alt light
> flicker or stay on this is probably the problem. The easiest way to fix this
> is to install a new voltage regulator into the alternator. The regulator has
> brushes built in. $30 bux at the friendly local parts place.
>
> John Meeks
> '91 Multivan
> Northern Michigan
>
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> http://www.vanagonauts.com/Vanagon_Rescue_Squad74.htm
>
> Radio Call:KC8ZFN
>

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