Kerry Posted 19April, 2014 Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 Hi All. My alternator has packed it in on my '75 Carrera and I'm going to attempt the biggest mechanical task I've undertaken so far. I'm looking to make a purchase from Pelican Parts however my understanding is that there was a discrepancy between the 1974/75 cars that the US got, and those of the rest of the world - i.e.: Aust. The 74/75 cars heralded the new impact bumpers, but the Euro cars maintained certain older elements. I recently ordered a "care pack" from PP in order to replace oil/air filters etc. The oil filter was right, but the air filter was completely the wrong shape (rectangular not round). As the yanks didn't get MFI cars in '74/75, which mine is, I just wondered if anyone could confirm for me before I place my order that this is in fact the right alternator for my car? (PP have confirmed it is, but as they stuffed up on the air filter... ) I've also ordered as you can see the 1975 specific pulley wrench, but again, the 74 version is different and I'm not 100% sure of this one either... Hopefully there is someone out there who knows this stuff backwards, I'd be very appreciative of the sharing of knowledge... Many thanks, Kerry PS Not sure how I'll use the transmission oil pump in the procedure, but I'll work out a way! Plus I'm not sure whether I need the pulley shim, but I figured it won't break the bank if I don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-p Posted 19April, 2014 Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 Hi Kez, Maybe a dumb suggestion but did you look at Gert Carnewals website. Given the us spec cars seem to be different, Gert being in Belgium will definitely have ROW parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quozl Posted 19April, 2014 Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 When my alternator packed it in I did some research and found that a lot of the Porsche guys from OS & Pelican Parts themselves actually buy them from Geoff Easton who builds upgraded versions specifically for our cars here in Brisbane. I've PM'd you his contact details, I'd give him a call first before you order from Pelican as you might just be ordering his alternator anyway and he is a wealth of knowledge on this subject. Cheers Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted 19April, 2014 Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 may sound stupid, but call up the parts desk at porsche. they usually are quite helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 19April, 2014 Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 Justjames. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerry Posted 19April, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 Many thanks Chris, Al, Pauly and Stephen. Al has given me a terrific contact with a local (Bris) guy who supplies PPs with exactly these alt's, so in the name of supporting local trade, not to mention cutting the carbon footprint, looks like I'll speak to him next week and set it up. Hey, this new section actually works Pauly!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harvs11 Posted 19April, 2014 Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 What exactly has "packed in" ? If it's just the brushes then that could be a cheap fix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerry Posted 19April, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 Cheers Harvs, I had a certain auto electrician rebuild it, it lasted 6 months and then stopped working again... When I went back to said auto elec' , he had disappeared! Had the RACV battery man come and take a look and suggested it had shaat itself this time and was only good as a greasy paperweight. I think it looks original, so it's 40 next year... After 40 years I bet we both needed more than a couple of new bushes... So to speak! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harvs11 Posted 19April, 2014 Report Share Posted 19April, 2014 Auto elec's are hard to find. Especially good ones. I had brushes replaced a few years ago for about $40. Trouble was the bearings went into self-destruct mode last year and took out the rest of the innards with them. There was just enough juice in the battery to limp into Louie's workshop. He sorted it out with a brand new unit. That was a few more $$. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twood Posted 20April, 2014 Report Share Posted 20April, 2014 I can recommend the alternators from Geoff Easton and I believe if required they are rebuild-able. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chevl Posted 10January, 2016 Report Share Posted 10January, 2016 I need to rebuild my alternator as it only charges when the engine is cold. Does someone have contact details for Geoff Easton or does know someone in Melbourne who can fix my alternator without charging me the Porsche price tag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harvs11 Posted 10January, 2016 Report Share Posted 10January, 2016 I took my failing alt. to Ask Auto Elec, Unit 1 - 2/13 Aristoc Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3150 a few years back. Fixed within an hour, no P tax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mezger Autosport Posted 10January, 2016 Report Share Posted 10January, 2016 Guystry Robert fragale in Brunswick, he does Porsches day in day out. Highly recommend him. Pm me for his contact. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quozl Posted 10January, 2016 Report Share Posted 10January, 2016 Chevl I sent you a PM with Geoff's contact details. Cheers Al I need to rebuild my alternator as it only charges when the engine is cold. Does someone have contact details for Geoff Easton or does know someone in Melbourne who can fix my alternator without charging me the Porsche price tag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djh911 Posted 15January, 2021 Report Share Posted 15January, 2021 On 10/01/2016 at 22:28, Quozl said: Chevl I sent you a PM with Geoff's contact details. Cheers Al Hey mate, can you please send me a PM with his details? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel Posted 8February, 2021 Report Share Posted 8February, 2021 On 15/01/2021 at 22:28, djh911 said: Hey mate, can you please send me a PM with his details? Contact Steve Varressi - Melbourne . 0411 175 525 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGB Posted 8February, 2021 Report Share Posted 8February, 2021 8 hours ago, michel said: Contact Steve Varressi - Melbourne . 0411 175 525 Steve Varrasso He’s Italian, they take offence at being called names... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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