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Old Aug 4, 2007 | 07:29 PM
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Alternator interchangability?
I was told that an 82 alternator will not work correctly on an 85 and won't charge the battery, is this correct?
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Old Aug 4, 2007 | 09:30 PM
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No It is not correct. 81-85 models are a direct plug in play. You can also run anything from the S4, S5, to the FD one on your car with minor modifications.
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S4 and S4 TII are direct bolt-in. S5 and up needs minor re-wiring.
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the 79-80 are the only ones that wont work. they are externally regulated.
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