Alternator question for terminator cobra

[GTA_V6_Mustang]

Ok well as you know the dreaded alternator problems of the 03/04. Thats what a buddy of mine is going threw 2 new alternators from ford since hes had the car in the past 2 years and this one failed now too. Any perticular aftermarket one that takes care of the constant failure of the terminator cobra alternator.

 

[Uncle Meat]

The OEM one seems to last longer than ay of the aftermarkert units available. Is your friend over-spinning his stock alternator due to a lower pulley change? Is he aware that a different pulley can be pressed onto the stock alternator to bring down the RPM's and hopefully extend the lifespan?

U.M.

 

[GTA_V6_Mustang]

The OEM one seems to last longer than ay of the aftermarkert units available. Is your friend over-spinning his stock alternator due to a lower pulley change? Is he aware that a different pulley can be pressed onto the stock alternator to bring down the RPM's and hopefully extend the lifespan?

U.M.

Actually to tell you the truth your right, I never thought of that. I will have to check with him tomorrow.

 

[wythors]

Word: Stay away from Tuff Stuff alternators. I bought one for my wife's Cobra only because I wanted a polished alt and they had the best price. Well, the SOB failed after 8 months (their warranty is 30 days) and when my local shop cracked it open, it looked like it had been assembled by a 6th grade auto shop class. I ended up buying a Ford unit and putting the polished case on it. No problems since.