Date:         Mon, 2 Sep 2013 11:17:02 -0800
Reply-To:     Mark Tuovinen <aksyncronaut@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Mark Tuovinen <aksyncronaut@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Alternator Failure 87 Syncro
Comments: To: Donna Skarloken <dskarloken@gmail.com>
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I agree with Loren that a new brush pack will probably fix it.  They do not
cost much and are easy to replace.

Mark in AK


On Mon, Sep 2, 2013 at 10:44 AM, Donna Skarloken <dskarloken@gmail.com>wrote:

> I think my alternator failed last night.
>
> Facts:   Left Bug-O-Rama in Sacramento.  Probably only about 10 miles
> south of Sacramento the alternator/batter light came on.  Stayed on a bit
> then went out and stayed out.  Despite others wanting cold drinks at a
> Starbucks, I decided we had better get as close to home and hopefully all
> the way home (about 45 miles).  Didn't make it; about 15 miles from home
> the fuel gauge quit as did the temp gauge.  I managed to get to a gas
> station.  Shut off motor to get gas and would not restart; we tried to push
> start but couldn't quite go fast enough; it almost started.  Towed home.
>
> I was going to go to Napa today to get a new one but apparently they
> aren't open.  I am a novice at repairs so wondered if there is anything
> else I should check or any installation advice?  Also I would have thought
> alternator light would have stayed on?
>
> Thanks and Happy Labor Day.
>
> Donna, 87 Syncro