Exchange VX Alternator companies?

[7 Sevens]

Hi everyone,

 

I've finally got around to looking at my alternator and figure I need to replace/renew it due to wear. I see Caterham stock a new one for £110 but has anyone used a company for exchange units? If so can I have the details and price please.

 

Car is an 8v VX classic

 

Thanks.

[Mick Day]

Try www.brise.co.uk/

[Dickie Normuss]

I used Partco, cost me about £80 for an exchange

 

VX HPC - Loud and proud here

Watch out, whatever hits the fan will not be distributed evenly

[Jason Plato]

wood auto electric

 

(google search)

 

here is C7 TOP

Taffia rear gunner

 

[Anthony]

Hi, I think I have a "8V" alternator sitting on the shelf - it came as part of a 16V kit from a race car, you are most welcome to it, even if its just to use as an exchange.

 

I suspect I need to drop Saab off at Abbotts over the next week or so, would it be helpful to drop it off there?

[7 Sevens]

Thanks for all the suggestions and to Anthony for the actual alternator.

 

I've picked up one from a Lucas service agent today for £56 so will let you know if it fits and the part number. Anthony, I'll blatmail you if I take you up on your kind offer.

 

Mark

[7 Sevens]

Just to update the thread for anyone else.

 

The alternator is now fitted and works a treat. Its a 55AH as per the one that came of my car compared to the 45AH listed on the Caterham site.

A Hella, Part No. CA305IR. £55 from any Lucas Service Agent. I went to Ipswich 01473 215931.

 

Thanks for your replies.