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Is a New Starter Always Better than a Remanufactured Starter?

In theory, there shouldn’t be any objective differences between a remanufactured starter and a new starter. Remanufacturing is a fairly sophisticated process that is designed to restore a malfunctioning or broken component, like an old starter, to the exact same conditions that existed when it first left the factory assembly line. Of course, that doesn’t … Continue reading Is a New Starter Always Better than a Remanufactured Starter?

Why Are Gear Reduction Starters Replacing Direct Drive Starters?

A Failing Starter Stresses a Vehicle’s Electrical System When a vehicle’s starter motor begins to fail, a heavy strain is placed on your vehicle’s battery and other components in the starter circuit. Repairing or replacing your starter motor at the first signs of failure saves you the added cost of replacing supporting components. Direct Drive … Continue reading Why Are Gear Reduction Starters Replacing Direct Drive Starters?

What Are the Types of Services That Can Be Done to an Alternator to Prolong Its Life?

Alternators are often written off as “wear items” that, like belts, hoses, and tires, will simply wear out over time. While that’s true to a certain extent, it’s also true that preventative maintenance can effectively extend the operational lifespan of an alternator. The specific maintenance operations will vary from one alternator to another, but mitigating … Continue reading What Are the Types of Services That Can Be Done to an Alternator to Prolong Its Life?

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

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

Factors that Affect the Lifetime of an Alternator

Our vehicles work hard for us, oftentimes under less than ideal conditions. Though the engine is mostly protected from the harsh elements, parts like the alternator are exposed. Without a working alternator, your vehicle will only run as long as the battery has a charge, which is not long under normal working conditions and electrical … Continue reading Factors that Affect the Lifetime of an Alternator

How Are Marine Alternators Different from Other Vehicle Alternators?

Commercial and industrial grade vehicle electrical systems require reliable, safe and robust power sources. These systems often charge battery banks under adverse conditions of temperature, moisture and dust. High-performance alternators are engineered with these and other considerations in mind. Marine versus Automotive Alternator Requirements Fuel-efficiency via weight reduction is a primary goal for automotive design. … Continue reading How Are Marine Alternators Different from Other Vehicle Alternators?

A History of Alternators

By 1960, automotive alternators were standard equipment for most car makes. Prior to that, generators had been used in vehicles because rectification of AC current into DC current required mechanical means until the advent of heavy-duty silicon diodes. Once diode rectifiers were available, the more expensive, heavier, higher-maintenance, lower-reliability generators were quickly replaced with alternators. … Continue reading A History of Alternators