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Offline gasketface

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alternators ?
« on: 17 September 2011, 18:52 »
Are the alternators the same on all models ?.Would one from an 8v fit a vr6 for instance ?.Thanks.
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Offline Seanl

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Re: alternators ?
« Reply #1 on: 17 September 2011, 20:24 »
Before getting a new one, check what current output it is. Dont know if the VR is higher tbh, but iirc aircon equipped cars have higher.
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Re: alternators ?
« Reply #2 on: 17 September 2011, 23:29 »
VR is different from memory
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Re: alternators ?
« Reply #3 on: 18 September 2011, 07:26 »
They also vary in output as well depending on engine and if you have air conditioning.
 eg. 8v with no a/c = 70amp, 16v with a/c = 90amp, VR6 = 120amp

Belts will also vary in length and width depending on the alternator used due to the different pulley wheels and whether a/c is fitted.
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Re: alternators ?
« Reply #4 on: 18 September 2011, 08:49 »
^ Thats what I said.  :rolleyes: :wink:
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