New alternator needed

[Corrado Euge 0]

I have a 2ltr 16v Turbo and the alternator has just packed up on me.

What would be the best 1 to replace it. Wouldn't mind having a higher ampage one so can cope better with all the extra electric equipment I am running.

 

Thanks

[davidwort 0]

What do you have on there now?

If it's a 65Amp Bosch one then a 90Amp is an easy swap (from another c orrado or Passat), but if you already have the 90, then you'll need to run a mk3 style ribbed belt and change several pulleys if you want to run a higher one as they'd be a different design.

It may be possible to have a 90Amp bosch re-wound to a higher rating, you'd need to speak to an auto electrics specialist.

[Corrado Euge 0]

Not sure what is on there at the moment, but I would have thought only a 60.

So a 90 would be fine i guess. Will get onto Euro Car Parts to get some prices.

 

I believe they do a buy on exchange basis.

 

Cheers mate

[g-dub 0]

i have a alternator from a mk3 Gti 2.0 8v, yours for £30 inc postage, pm me if your interested