how many amps is the CRV alternator? From my understanding.. stock alternator produces 90amp - 100amp which is far more than what is required for chargers...so why using to charge will shorten the lifespan of alternator?shanks83 wrote:Just to share. I changed my alternator 1 month ago as it suddenly failed. My mechanic changed Honda CRV's alternator as he claim it is better and lasting compare to our original one. Our original one failed and spoilt easy especially if we charge our phone on the ciggie lighter port. Which coincidently i was testing a new car charger bought few days back before it break down. Hope it helps. The alternator i changed is a brand new CRV which cost me only $550 plus labour.
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If i'm not wrong its about 130amp - 140amp...A few mechanic says the same that it will be more lasting compare to the stock.huffie wrote:how many amps is the CRV alternator? From my understanding.. stock alternator produces 90amp - 100amp which is far more than what is required for chargers...so why using to charge will shorten the lifespan of alternator?shanks83 wrote:Just to share. I changed my alternator 1 month ago as it suddenly failed. My mechanic changed Honda CRV's alternator as he claim it is better and lasting compare to our original one. Our original one failed and spoilt easy especially if we charge our phone on the ciggie lighter port. Which coincidently i was testing a new car charger bought few days back before it break down. Hope it helps. The alternator i changed is a brand new CRV which cost me only $550 plus labour.
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Thats what I did on end Aug, my alternator failed on me. Drove down to my mech, he change the diode on my original set(not sure any other thing changed) $200. Touch wood it will last me for another 3-5years I hopePUPPYLOVE888 wrote:if re-con set mechanic say heng-sway, thats why warranty 3-6 mth only
brand new set will not failed.
during last svc, my mechanic why i chg recon set. he say use original chg 1 circuit board will do
Hi bro, care to share the workshop name & contact? Thanks.tckeong wrote:Thats what I did on end Aug, my alternator failed on me. Drove down to my mech, he change the diode on my original set(not sure any other thing changed) $200. Touch wood it will last me for another 3-5years I hopePUPPYLOVE888 wrote:if re-con set mechanic say heng-sway, thats why warranty 3-6 mth only
brand new set will not failed.
during last svc, my mechanic why i chg recon set. he say use original chg 1 circuit board will do
Sianzz.....my turn Alternator up lorry! My ride is 5.5yrs old, mileage about 175k.
Today while driving suddenly saw the batt indicator light up, off radio heard a weird whirling sound! Half sian oredi.
Stopped car popped up bonnet got chao ta smell.....now super sian oredi.
Called my mechanic & decided to tow car to workshop.
Getting a new set fitted tomolo for about $800-900......super big hole in pocket!
Today while driving suddenly saw the batt indicator light up, off radio heard a weird whirling sound! Half sian oredi.
Stopped car popped up bonnet got chao ta smell.....now super sian oredi.
Called my mechanic & decided to tow car to workshop.
Getting a new set fitted tomolo for about $800-900......super big hole in pocket!
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Hi hi hiSpeedMaster1979 wrote:Hi all accordians shifus who have contributed to this thread of mine. I have since got back my car from my workshop. The repair cost is $200 for repairing of the alternator from a workshop in Sin Ming area. Was told that luckily it can be repaired as if not,pocket burnt big hole liao.
Repair alternator $200
Labour to dismantle and assemble $35
Battery $80
I have also changed a new battery as well. Paid in total $337 to settle this issue.
I think my Honda odyssey alternator is also up lorry.
Tonight when start heard funny whinning sound..
When drive and stop at Red light voltage fall below 12 v. When drive hit between 12.8.v to 13.9 then when stop fall again.
Park at carpark smell burning smell and open bonnet see smoke from the alternator area...
Engine off and cannot start... nothing and no lights ... car cannot remote lock and must Manuel lock...
Pls help....thanks..
Urgent need contact.
Can send me the workshop contact at 97973775....
Thanks
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Re: Alternator spoilt common wear & tear?
Went to a workshop at bukit merah lane when my car battery light lighted up when driving upon my friend's recommedation. Workshop diagnosed and confirmed its the battery and starter that had failed instead of alternator when I questioned them how can battery light be related to starter. However, still proceeded to change since they are the expert not me.
To my horror, the battery light appeared again after 3 weeks. Went back to the previous workshop that changed my battery and starter but the mechanic went into hiding after seeing me. How I know? because I saw him when I stopped outside his workshop but when I walked into the workshop looking for him, his staff told me he is not working today. This not only happen once but twice, on both days that i went.
SO LPPL, I went to 3 other workshops around that area and all told me its the alternator and not related to battery or starter at all. Finally, I found a workshop who specialises in doing electric stuff for cars, had my alternator repaired there and everything has been good so far.
Conclusion: do your due own diligence before going down to a workshop for repairs, don't because your friends recommend then you just happy happy go down expecting the same experience that your friends had!
To my horror, the battery light appeared again after 3 weeks. Went back to the previous workshop that changed my battery and starter but the mechanic went into hiding after seeing me. How I know? because I saw him when I stopped outside his workshop but when I walked into the workshop looking for him, his staff told me he is not working today. This not only happen once but twice, on both days that i went.
SO LPPL, I went to 3 other workshops around that area and all told me its the alternator and not related to battery or starter at all. Finally, I found a workshop who specialises in doing electric stuff for cars, had my alternator repaired there and everything has been good so far.
Conclusion: do your due own diligence before going down to a workshop for repairs, don't because your friends recommend then you just happy happy go down expecting the same experience that your friends had!
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That's why I don't anyhow go to any workshop.... I always stick to my own mechanic.
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Hey weilun, can share where is the place that repaired your alternator?
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