I need to replace the alternator on my 85 XJS and I am asking about
my options, have mine rebuilt, buy rebuilt, or is there an
alternative such as Bosc
thanks, Bob–
GTPAPA
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Hi there,
I have been using a 95amp Bosch alternator on
on my 1974 Lump for the last 5 years without any problems.
It is a little different with the wiring at the back of the
alternator but nothing that any auto electrician can’t handle
in a few minutes. Good luck…Haroldus–
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alternative such as Bosc
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Noel william
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I bought a bracket and 94 amp altenator from John’s cars for my 85.
It was a very simple install and it works great.–
Mike Blair 94 6.0coupe+85 XJS, 96XJ12, 60MkIX, XJ13replica
powhatan/Va, United States
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The alternator on my '96 VDP crapped out in November. I picked up a
direct replacement rebuild at Advance and so far so good.–
Roger’95
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Hi there,
Everybody’s happy. That’s a welcome change…Haroldus…–
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The alternator on my '96 VDP crapped out in November. I picked up a
direct replacement rebuild at Advance and so far so good.
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In reply to a message from GTPAPA sent Fri 27 Jan 2012:
I need to replace the alternator on my 85 XJS and I am asking about
my options, have mine rebuilt, buy rebuilt, or is there an
alternative such as Bosc
thanks, Bob–
Whatever you do, make sure that the replacement alternator is at
least one-hundred amp–Lucas alternators of that vintage are anemic
at best putting out somewhere around 80 amps. Terrible. I know this
is not encouraging, BUT you may be able to find a real old-time
shop that can rewind your alternator and install the diode packs,
etc while at the same time uprating the alternators capability. I
lived with a Lucas alternator on my old XJ6 for many years swearing
at it the whole time.
The Bosch unit will not fit BUT if you have a clever mechanic who
you trust, I think a mount could be fabricated. I have seen it done
on other cars. Also, you might think of posting a request for any
info anyone might have about switching to a GM Delco alternator
(good, cheap and generally reliable) . . .that would include info
on how to get or make a new mount.
Stan
Williamsburg/Virginia, United States
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