Generally a rebuilt one comes with a lifetime warranty, so if you are doing the work yourself, feel free. It won't go out.
its built into the alternator,cheaper to buy new or rebuilt alternator The engine computer is the voltage regulator.
The alternator itself will cost somewhere between $40 - $140 depending on where you get it and whether you get a new or rebuilt one. Labor should be under an hour.
Prices are between and around, $120 - $170. Check out the Web Links for more information.This is for a rebuilt alternator. New ones can cost over $300. I got an estimate of $600 from a dealership. Replacing the alternator should take 2 - 3 hours @ $70 per hour. Best case scenario you'll spend $300 for a rebuilt alternator and the labor.
Yes it is. answer #2 New; means nothing in this business and rebuilt means even less. Especially if you purchased it from AutoZone. They sell a wonderful core, clean . . . but a terrible rebuilt Starter or Alternator. drl
Your alternator is probably rebuilt and not really new. I have had this problem several times and I have bought a new battery and alternator. The alternator keeps your battery charged and powers your electrical system, so even when driving you can lose all power in the car from the alternator draining your battery. Take the battery and alternator to an auto store and they will test both for free. Ask them about the difference in a rebuilt alternator and a brand new one. This is a very common problem.
The VOLTAGE REGULATOR is built onto your ALTERNATOR. You can usually buy a replacement for it at your local automotive parts dealer, but you can also buy a new, used, or rebuilt alternator. Your V.R. replacement plan is the cheaper though. mdjblue78@yahoo.com
It is a Do It Yourself job but if you can't then a couple hundred dollars for an alternator(new) and the labor charge. Of course you can get a rebuilt for a lot less money. Go to Amazon and get a new one for $79+s&h.
Yes, you can buy rebuilt or new parts.
The easiest thing to do is have the alternator sent out and rebuilt, or just trade it in for a rebuit one. This way all the bearings will be changed and it should run like new.
Start replacing the 2000 s10 alternator by disconnecting the battery. Remove the air inlet hose, and the serpentine belt. Take off the bracket over the alternator if it has one. Unbolt the alternator and disconnect the wires. Reverse the procedure to install the new alternator.
Generally speaking, the voltage regulator is part of the alternator itself. It's usually common practice to just get a new or rebuilt alternator if you suspect the regulator is failing.
New replacements are no longer available. To buy a compatible rebuilt or re-manufactured unit will cost $1,000 to $3,000 plus you will need to buy a rebuilt converter for $200 to $650 A reputable Trans shop should be able to do it for under $3000 including removal and reinstallation.