Recent content by johneboy

The first reading was at 800 rpm and the second was at 1200

I have just bought and fitted a reconditioned alternator on my Discovery. The manual states that I should be getting anything from 13.6 to 14.6 volts when the car is running and loaded with headlights, rear screen etc. My new alternator is only managing 13.58 when not loaded and 12.6 when...

Thanks guys, the e bay one is not the correct replacement and I agree that a half decent auto electrician should be able to supply something as simple as this but try and find one........

Does anyone know if I can purchase a regulator and brush set for my Magnetti Marelli alternator (part no AMR4248) rather than have the expense of a new alternator??????

I thought everything was cheaper than where I have to buy it.............

Yes, I am replying to myself, my first post and it seems I am a junior member, not bad when it is my 61st birthday tomorrow...........................:D

I will be looking to buy new tyres for my Disco before the winter sets in and would be interested to hear from anyone that has popped over to France or other EC country to purchase them cheaper.