My alternator is going bad it needs to be replaced. The thing is all the auto stores I go to say they don't make a bigger then a 105 for my truck(95 1500 silvy w/5.7). I want to run atleast a 130 amp as I'm going to run Duals for winch and lights. Was looking at wrangler but I think 400-$500+ is quite a bit. Am I wrong? Is there other GOOD alt. not so expensive?
Need Alternator advice
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Cadon69
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I have a 95 also and I am having my alt rebuilt at a local shop. They are doing it up to 200 amp and it will be $180. They also told me it will end up being 1 wire after it's done.
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98_k1500
strange noises are normal
With some mods you can go to a 2003 alternator for a 5.3. They are rated at 145 amps. There is a thread on here somewhere detailing the swap. 96-99 is a direct bolt on. Your 95 will require a retro-fit.
98_k1500
strange noises are normal
Btw... if you get one used, be sure the truck it comes from has electric fans. They are the ones equipped with the 145 amp alternator. On the 96-99 trucks, the belt must also be replaced. Cant recall the correct part number off the top of my head. Hopefully someone with a TBI truck can chime in and confirm the correct belt for your application.
