Check your supplier.  I was able to replace the brushes for around $25
cdn. about 3yrs ago no problems since.

84 Westy Leaker not coolant just in the drivers compartment, water
leaking in not out;  suggestions please from the audience.

Patrick Hatcher wrote:
>
> Hi all.
>
> Thanks for all the very helpful places to look and things to check before
> replacing the alternator.
>
> It ends up that the alternator wasn't putting out anything and did need
> replacement.  I was kinda rushed (holiday travel), so I opted to put
> another alternator in.  It was used and only cost me $40.  Between the
> price and the guarantee that if this one fizzes out in the next few weeks
> they'll replace if for free, I believe this was the best choice.
>
> I believe it all comes down to a theorem:  The more the van breaks down,
> the more I learn about working on the van.  So, the next time the van
> breaks down, I'll know whether to frown a little or start screaming.  ;-)
>
> Have a safe and merry Christmas,
>
> -Patrick
>  '85 Westy GL "Vicki"
>
> J. Patrick Hatcher
> Technical Writer/Systems Trainer
> Recognition Research, Inc. (RRI)
> 1750 Kraft Drive, Suite 2000
> Blacksburg, VA 24060
> 540.961.6500
> 540.961.3568/fax
> http://www.rrinc.com
> phatcher@rrinc.com