Monthly Archives: April 2014

Remanufactured Vs Rebuilt Vs Repaired Alternators

An alternator produces electricity that your industrial vehicle’s battery stores. Since the alternator can only supply electric current when it is spinning, the battery is required to start the engine. If the alternator fails, often the vehicle will start, but will run only until the stored energy in the battery is depleted as the ignition, … Continue reading Remanufactured Vs Rebuilt Vs Repaired Alternators

When/How Often to Perform Preventative Service to Alternators

In the same way that you change oil and other fluids, check belts and hoses, and rotate tires on a regular schedule to prevent breakdowns, following a preventative service schedule for your alternator can help prolong its operational lifespan. Every manufacturer has slightly different maintenance recommendations and service intervals, but there are a few general … Continue reading When/How Often to Perform Preventative Service to Alternators