Here we go again guys- alternator advice

[plumbcrazy]

I haven't seen a recent alternator thread, and while I don't want to be a recycler of sorts, I am asking seasoned Terminator owners for alternator replacement advice.
Killed mine Sunday- I believe it's the OEM original. My car has a CAI , 2.76 pulley, and a tune- stock exhaust.
That's as modified as she'll ever be while in my possession.Stock stereo.
Help!

 

[Luis04R]

2.93/4# here with fbo and a subwoofer. Had a 160amp went through that in 5 months, switches to 200amp alt from ebay and seems to be holding up well so far

 

[hotcobra03]

Way I see it.

If oem lasted this long
A basic replacement should be fine

I didn’t worry and went rebuilt from orielys. Has lifetime replacement

I’ve been ok
During some charging issues I replaced 1 but it wasn’t the cause

Ground wire at motor mount broke

And also found ground from battery to radiator support was burning inside

Replacement wire I noticed better voltage inside car

Was only seeing 13.5 than when hot it bounces 13.

Now it’s mostly 14.1 and may bounce 13.8

 

[01yellercobra]

Just get a stock replacement. One with a lifetime warranty isn't a bad idea as mentioned.

 

[NateDogg]

If you are replacing it now its best to just replace it with something that will last. J2fab makes great alternators or if you want a more budget friendly option you can opt for Ken Miley Jrs alternator. He sells a 3G alt (200 amp). It fits with little modification.

I'm going to run the 3G this time around. Many have had great success!

 

[plumbcrazy]

Thanks everyone, I think I’m going with a 130 amp replacement , keep my original core and put it on the shelf for now.
It lasted almost 90k and I’m projecting about 2000 miles a year max at this point.
The car gets a WOT in 2nd and 3rd here and there, but mostly it’s breathing easy.
There’s so much info in old threads and opinions etc.. it’s a little overwhelming.
I’m all about quality, but overkill is probably just wasting money.
I appreciate the insight. Thanks again.

 

[P49Y-CY]

After putting in an alternator, do something about that exhaust! At least a catback. Stock exhaust is way too restrictive for your mods. (and too quiet)