CrispyCracker
Roamer
My wife drove our new-to-us 2001 Montero XLS this evening and called to report that the dash had filled up with lights like a Christmas tree – – brake light, a/t light, check engine light, the whole nine. Runs fine, though. She also told me that the truck has refused to start several times over the last few days – – just a click without the starter turning over – – and only fires up after she tries multiple times. My online research indicates that this is likely a bad alternator and that a common way that alternators die is via oil residue...and this old truck is definitely leaking a lot of oil from the cam seals and valve covers. I’ve purchased all of the parts to repair the leaks and will do so soon but now I need to buy a replacement alternator as well.
I’ve read that the Gen 3’s don’t like aftermarket/cheap alternators. I’ve searched Amazon, eBay, rock auto, parts.com, etc. and I see expensive OEM and less-expensive reman options and I’m wondering which is the best choice. I would, of course, like to save $100 or so but am willing to pony up for the OEM version if it’s the clear/only choice.
Any input here would be appreciated.
I’ve read that the Gen 3’s don’t like aftermarket/cheap alternators. I’ve searched Amazon, eBay, rock auto, parts.com, etc. and I see expensive OEM and less-expensive reman options and I’m wondering which is the best choice. I would, of course, like to save $100 or so but am willing to pony up for the OEM version if it’s the clear/only choice.
Any input here would be appreciated.
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