Caboobaroo Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 I need to know right now, if an alternator from a '79 Brat (EA71) will work in a '75 FWD automatic coupe (EA63). Need to get a new one but I need to move it in and out of my shop under its own power. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kostamojen Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 I dont know if this will help, but I am using an alternator from a '76 EA63 on my '78 EA71 no problemo... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosens Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Russ,is the '79 from a Brat with the external diode on the back side of it?Those will work. An alt. from a sedan or wagon,etc from '79 won't do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caboobaroo Posted August 3, 2006 Author Share Posted August 3, 2006 ok I'll have to give it a shot then. I have enough money left over from payday that I could go buy a new one if need be..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnW Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 What you need an alternator to move the car for? Runs on a battery that long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IdahoJak Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Russ, have you checked with an alternator shop to see if it can be rebuilt? A rebuilt should be cheaper than a new one, and be more reliable than putting in a used one. Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caboobaroo Posted August 3, 2006 Author Share Posted August 3, 2006 well here's the deal. I'm going to be putting a new alternator into it, or rebuild this one. However, the battery is dead and I can only get it to run for a few seconds sicne the fuel pump is wired to the alternator. Also, car is an auto so I can push it if need be but rather not with my messed up back and all. If I can get it outside, then I'm going to throw a cover over it and call it good for right now. My RX needs the engine put back into it and running this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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