Todd951968

It looks like I may have to purchase a new alternator for the 1980 911SC. So far, I have come across rebuilt units from Bosch, Valeo, Paris Rhone, and AC Delco.

What are some of your opinions on these? Is there a brand that I should definitely stay away from? Prices seem to vary from about $200 to close to $400. So , a recommendation on the best option and where to find it would also be appreciated. Thanks!

gerry100

Not really experienced but I when my starter failed, I heard nothing good about "brand name" rebuilds.
Found a local shop that does starters, alternators etc. Rebuilt mine for $80 and it's fine.

Ask a mechanic or at your parts store for the shop they use(and you'll have an original part in your car if that matters)

theiceman

yup rebuild yours if you can ..

Todd951968

OK, I have a local mechanic. I will look into that option. Thanks.

wildcat077

+ 1 , get yours rebuilt !

Cheers
Phil

betiller

Just went through this my dang self. Bearings went out and sounded like all hell breaking loose. Took it off and pondered my options. Like you, was curious at the varying prices and makes. Mine was a Paris Rhone. I asked around and found a guy who has a starter/alt shop in my home town. I thought they had all gone extinct! This guy did it for $70. I tipped him an extra $20. It works like a charm.

Todd951968

Today, I took the alternator to my mechanic to get rebuilt. Bearings were bad, at least. The fan housing was cracked in several areas so I need to find a replacement. The fan had a couple chips in it, probably from something hitting it over the years (?) but no cracks.

theiceman

vertex sells them ( repro) . i have heard they work but sometimes need fine tuning.

CarPartsDiscount.com

If you are still searching for an alternator we have many options for your vehicle to choose from.

https://www.carpartsdiscount.com/cat...html?3594=2091

Please let me know if you have any questions or if i can be of any further assistance.

Todd951968

Thanks. I will consider contacting you if I can't re-use mine. My alternator is currently being assessed to see if it can be rebuilt. I prefer this since I know exactly where the wires will hook up to. All of the new/rebuilt ones look slightly different.

CarPartsDiscount.com

I completely understand, if you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me. I am more than happy to help.

911h20

Porsche Classic from the dealer. Rebuilt in Germany.

theiceman

Oh i'm sure that will be on the cheaper end of the scale ..

911h20

Dealer quoted 507.00, which is close to other vendors and comes with a Porsche Classic box.

theiceman

That's actually not toooo bad .. would be worth it just for the box