Generic Alternator Questions
Generic Alternator Questions Just a general question about alternators. Is there a difference between alternators? Some good, some bad, etc..
Going to need a new alternator soon and was looking at just picking up a generic one from Carquest up the street. Good idea or does anyone have any better recommendations?
It's for a 00 Trans Am, no extra goodies like a better sound system or anything like that.
Going to need a new alternator soon and was looking at just picking up a generic one from Carquest up the street. Good idea or does anyone have any better recommendations?
It's for a 00 Trans Am, no extra goodies like a better sound system or anything like that.
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Buddy of mine had problems with a couple parts store reman units before getting a new GM unit if that's what you mean - your experience might be different. If carquest has a tester have them do that first before leaving the store.
Well the difference between the new and the reman is only $30, so I was going with the new one.
So as far as new ones go there isn't any difference brand to brand for the most part?
So as far as new ones go there isn't any difference brand to brand for the most part?
