computersoc Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 I need a new alternator. What is a good one? Should I replace the serpentine belt at the same time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexmed2002 Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 I need a new alternator. What is a good one? Should I replace the serpentine belt at the same time? I tend to hear that Duralast is typically the better choice. Just make sure you buy it new. I know that at Autozone you get a lifetime warranty with a new one. I'd assume that other big auto parts stores would do the same as well. I don't know much about Bosch's alternators, but I wouldn't be too worried with them. As for the serpentine belt, I think you'd be better off doing it. It's cheap and better to get it over with while messing with the alternator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaboo Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 A new belt is a good idea, especially if it shows signs of dry rot. I'd check all the pulleys and tensioner while youre at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
computersoc Posted October 25, 2020 Author Share Posted October 25, 2020 What's a good brand serpentine belt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexmed2002 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 What's a good brand serpentine belt? Probably OEM. The part number is 809221140. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxrider28 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Probably OEM. The part number is 809221140.This or go with the gates 651 PN... See my posts in the "what did you do" thread about issues with the 650 PN belt... I'm attempting it again today with a continental 5060650 PN belt that came in a TB kit and will update how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plastixx Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 This or go with the gates 651 PN... See my posts in the "what did you do" thread about issues with the 650 PN belt... I'm attempting it again today with a continental 5060650 PN belt that came in a TB kit and will update how it goes. Speaking of belts again, I had recommended trying a Continental Elite Poly-V (Gatorback) belt in that thread. I just learned that Continental no longer manufactures those belts, which is really disappointing. Whatever stock is left out there in the wild is all there is. I need to see if I can find one for my Legacy while I still can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaboo Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 My OEM belt is made by Mitsuboshi, those should be good to go if you can find them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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