Where to get Alternator refurb for original 3dr 70A unit.

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14-08-2018, 01:48 PM

Mad_Mat

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Where to get Alternator refurb for original 3dr 70A unit.

Any recommendations for a place in Hertfordshire or surrounding counties that could refurb my original 3dr 70A alternator to as new condition? Cheers.

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14-08-2018, 02:55 PM

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L R Gawley in markyate can repair, unsure if they will refurb to as new condition though, you'd need to enquire

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20-08-2018, 09:59 AM

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theres a place in slough trading estate that refurbs them but doubt he will paint it or make it look nice

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20-08-2018, 04:49 PM

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Cheers guys

I have bought a new 90A gen ford unit from Burtons. Not cheap but a nice upgrade from the 70A.
I will get the 70Amp alt refurbed and post pictures here of the end result and who done the work etc.

I also fitted a new Anembo billet drop bracket at the same time. Very nice indeedy.

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20-08-2018, 09:19 PM

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I bought the same for my 2wd Saff, upgraded to 90amp which is a good thing.

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21-08-2018, 07:40 PM

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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Esco...4AAOSwvu5be9bo

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21-08-2018, 09:11 PM

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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Esco...4AAOSwvu5be9bo

At least it is a reasonable price, about the same as a new 90 amp one.

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21-08-2018, 11:00 PM

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was about to suggest the 90a upgrade

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22-08-2018, 10:45 AM

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Make sure you replace the alt to battery cable.

These deteriorate over time and fitting a 90amp will have no benefit unless it's done.
I used 170amp cable and crimped on ends and heatshrinked them.
I also uprated the ground cables from the battery to aid charging and help powering the amps I have.

Paul

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06-09-2018, 12:42 PM

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There's this place ( Borehamwood ) - not used them myself as yet but have bookmarked for the future !

http://www.unitexchange.com/services

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07-09-2018, 01:58 PM

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I bought the same for my 2wd Saff, upgraded to 90amp which is a good thing.

Saph is 90A.

Martin

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07-09-2018, 09:52 PM

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Saph is 90A.

Martin

I think the original alternator was 70amp.

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08-09-2018, 09:35 AM

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Quote:

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I think the original alternator was 70amp.

Sapphires had 90 amp alternator to supply the increased demand put upon it by the heated front screen

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09-09-2018, 08:17 AM

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Sapphires had 90 amp alternator to supply the increased demand put upon it by the heated front screen

I was told when I got my new one that the original was 70 amp but maybe they thought it was for a 3 door.

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I can also confirm that the 2wd saff was 90amp.

The later 4x4 and escos had a different mounting due to later ribbed belt design and relocation of components.

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09-09-2018, 05:15 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by costina

I can also confirm that the 2wd saff was 90amp.

The later 4x4 and escos had a different mounting due to later ribbed belt design and relocation of components.

I think the only difference is the pulley and they are interchangeable.

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