Using the existing car electrical system to power additional AC appliances such as an AC, sound systemand others can be a smart option. Not only does it help minimise investments in additional hardware, it also allows you more space in … Read more
Your car’s alternator can provide many years of faultless service thanks to the ever-improving reliability of the alternator and the available helpful articles on car electrical system maintenance. Even with that though, there are always challenges. For instance, you may … Read more
An alternator in good working condition can keep your ca’s battery charged for many years. If your battery is drained and unable to start your car, perhaps, you left the dome light on or your car has been parked for … Read more
As the engine runs, it is normal for the engine temperature to rise. What is unusual and had to catch, is when the car alternator feels warm even when the engine/ ignition switch is off. In fact most car owners … Read more
Car alternators can cost between USD 100 to 200 or more depending on the size, and manufacturer. If you are on a tight budget and both longevity and reliability of the alternator are important to you, you may want some … Read more
If your car’s alternator is giving off sparks, you have every reason to be scared. Once your see the sparks, there’ll likely be several questions running through your mind. Is the alternator damaged and if so do you need to … Read more
Failing car alternator brushes are probably not talked about as much as bad alternator bearings yet they can fail too over the life of the alternator. So, what shows that the alternator brushes are worn? Can they even be replaced … Read more
Alternators for the most part work perfectly to the point that you forget that your car has one. But as with most things, alternators also have their challenges. One such problem is the noise – hum, static, or whine that … Read more
Car alternators run smoothly and quietly for the most part and can hardly be heard over the sound of the car engine. With age and sometimes out of nowhere, you may hear a rattle coming from around the alternator area. … Read more
Most car owners hardly notice the sound of the car alternator as it is usually drowned out by the running of the car engine. With all that being said, depending on the condition of the alternator or other components in … Read more
