Uploaded October 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Raw materials, parts, even cardboard - everything's in short supply these days! So, what do you do when your alternator is dying and you can't even find a new one? Why, you repair it yourself! While it may seem like this is way beyond your ability, it turns out it's not so difficult. With a few tips and a bit of patience and persistence, you can DIY your alternator back into like-new working condition! Just be careful if you bench test it: There are several misconceptions out there about the voltage/current your alternator is supposed to output...

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