No more often than any other GM vehicle.
alternators are classified as stators and rotors
Used Buicks can be purchased from approved resellers, or for a better deal, directly from owners through classified advertisements and websites such as Craigslist.
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Originally Buicks were made by the Buick Auto-Vim and Power Company (1899), then the Buick Motor Companany (1903).Today they are made by General Motors.
Firstly, no you must not pick the particular Alternators
Their are several models of buicks in 2005. Alll offer superior handling and comfort. Buicks also come standard with OnStar saftey system incase of emrgency. Some 2005 Buicks even come standard with alloy wheels.
Yes, there are. Ebay has a section of their site called Ebay Motors. This is where you should check for used Buicks. The site is www.ebaymotors.com.
Ignition switch?
This question is not clear since alternators produce alternating current.
Make sure the alternators are properly installed and aligned.
I believe the early '73s had Generators and the late '73s had Alternators. It depends on what the previous owners put on? (It may have been the '74s tho.) A lot of people put alternators on for a few more amps. The generators are barrel looking, kinda like a coffee can and the Alternators have a lip or flange all the way around on the rear near the pulley.
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