WTB: Alternator

[Chanman1029]

Looking to buy an Alternator, new or used.
if used, I’d prefer local so we can go to a auto parts store so they can bench test it for verification that it’s functions properly

[c watson]

Bro just buy a brand new Valeo. Why go through all the trouble of having it tested etc etc.

[duracellttu]

I have an OEM used alternator that I pulled when I did my oil housing gasket job. Perfect working condition when it was removed. I’m in LA, so you aren’t too far away. PM me if you are interested.

[Chanman1029]

Bro just buy a brand new Valeo. Why go through all the trouble of having it tested etc etc.

Bc they are all on backorder….

and I’m not spending $600 on a bmw branded valeo alternator

[whoissuprme]

This one is a direct fit. Just have to swap the back plastic housing. I personally did it on my car

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-140-amp-alternator-valeo-12317551253

[eacmen]

Bc they are all on backorder….

and I’m not spending $600 on a bmw branded valeo alternator

They are not on back order:

https://www.bimmerworld.com/Engine/Alternators/Alternator-120-Amp-12-31-7-831-436_2.html

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[mrgizmo04]

This one is a direct fit. Just have to swap the back plastic housing. I personally did it on my car

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...eo-12317551253

You can run a big subwoofer with that now.

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[Chanman1029]

This one is a direct fit. Just have to swap the back plastic housing. I personally did it on my car

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...eo-12317551253

I’m not very fluent when it comes to voltage and stuff, but would the extra 20amps on that alternator cause problems with the rest of the car?

[mrgizmo04]

I’m not very fluent when it comes to voltage and stuff, but would the extra 20amps on that alternator cause problems with the rest of the car?

Your accessories will only draw as much as they need and the regulator will taper charging of the battery. With only 20amp diff I would not worry about it.

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[Chanman1029]

Autozone carries the Valeo for $295: https://www.autozone.com/batteries-s...317/478139_0_0

I saw, but I’m pretty sure they are out of stock bc you cant even order it for delivery

[eacmen]

I ordered one from Bimmerworld 3 weeks ago. Got it in 2 days. Worth the $4 difference ordering from autozone.


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[old///MFanatic]

This one is a direct fit. Just have to swap the back plastic housing. I personally did it on my car
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...eo-12317551253

Is it confirmed the pulley is the exact diameter as E46 M3?

[c watson]

Rock auto has the alternator. Just scroll down and look for the Valeo brand new unit.

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/bmw,2001,m3,3.2l+l6,1371002,electrical,alternator+/+generator,2412

also

https://www.ebay.com/itm/134256800293?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=_uqIGCd9TPG&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=BHYIaDakSo-&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[elbert]

Rock auto has the alternator. Just scroll down and look for the Valeo brand new unit.

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/bmw,2001,m3,3.2l+l6,1371002,electrical,alternator+/+generator,2412

Rockauto discount code for 5% off:
224156426201674438
exp 2/12/2023

[Chanman1029]

I went ahead and bought the one from bimmerworld, turns out I didn’t even need it 🤦🏼♂️