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how do I know the ampage of the alternator?

Posted: 19 May 2008, 20:01
by marandali
we have to get a new alternator belt, but how do i know what ampage the alternator is (so as we buy the right belt)?

I've looked on the alternator and it says is A738 Autostart and ther is a batch number that is half worn off. There's nothing on the wires coming off the alternator either...?

In case it helps:
our van is a 1.9 petrol auto rh '88 caravelle

cheers all

Posted: 20 May 2008, 07:48
by shepster
What colour is the label? i have a 90amp and it's RED, i think 45amp ones are Green.

Posted: 20 May 2008, 08:13
by marandali
the label is silver or white - definitely not any colour though....