keiffer

Could anybody help me out that has had experiences with alternator issues?

V2Rocket

what problem are you having?

keiffer

It won't hold charge and I believe it burned up some wiring as well. Do you have any tips for taking it out?

plumbum

What is the Alternator output? Not holding a charge sounds more like a battery issue

fred27

The diode failed in my alternator and burned the wiring harness and damaged the battery.

keiffer

Fred that sounds about right for mine as well. Did you replace it yourself?

keiffer

Plum 90

V2Rocket

alternator is easy to replace in the 944...

remove the airbox (2 bolts in back below brake master cylinder, 3 nuts holding front bracket to radiator frame, one hose clamp for AFM, one AFM wire, and the breather hose to the side of the box)

remove the 13mm nut and 8mm nut on the back of the alternator, remove the wires.

bottom bolt IIRC is 13mm head, might have a nut on it. top bolt also 13mm, should have a nut on it as well, then just wiggle the alternator until its free.

should be back to a running car in about an hour.

keiffer

Thank you a lot rocket

fred27

Sorry for the late reply keiffer, and props to v2rocket for the alternator remove and replace instructions.
I removed and refitted my alternator and got it repaired at an auto electrician.
Good luck with yours.
Regards

ibkevin

Buy an adjustable regulator kit, pull the alternator, inspect and clean the moving parts then check your BATT/ALT/STARTER wiring and connections.
Simple stuff.

keiffer

Thanks I'm working on it tomorrow if weather permits

kens_74911s

If you think you need an alternator, I have one you can look here.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsc...g-harness.html
K

keiffer

How much is shipping what country is it coming from

kens_74911s

My stuff ships from North Carolina 28387 Zip. Alternators Ship in USPS Flat Rate Medium Box $12 .
K