I’ve got a 97 LX450 with just over 180k on the clock. It has a dual battery setup that uses a Redarc DCDC charger. I noticed on a short trip this past weekend via my Scangauge that the voltage often dips below 13.5V. By all accounts, the alternator is original.
My question is whether tis nobler in the mind’s eye to replace the brushes in the original or to order a new one. Not sure on the cost of OEM but I’d assume it’s silly.
Honestly, I’d like to keep the original alternator with new brushes but I don’t want to throw good money after good work.
Totally receptive to input that does not include “just go to the stealership and get a new OEM unit”. I just can’t afford it (probably).
Thanks in advance! (Picture for attention).
Edit: changed thread title to increase visibility
My question is whether tis nobler in the mind’s eye to replace the brushes in the original or to order a new one. Not sure on the cost of OEM but I’d assume it’s silly.
Honestly, I’d like to keep the original alternator with new brushes but I don’t want to throw good money after good work.
Totally receptive to input that does not include “just go to the stealership and get a new OEM unit”. I just can’t afford it (probably).
Thanks in advance! (Picture for attention).
Edit: changed thread title to increase visibility
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