V40 (2001 bi-fuel) alternator replacement

The alternator went yesterday and needs replacing

Problem is haven't been able to source a used spare and Volvo are quoting £250ish availability sometime in August !!

Aparently this alternator is un-typical being 120A rather than the more common 90A?

It's a Denzo 14v 120A, model/serial 9472908 TN102211-0500

Any advice on getting hold of a replacement or whether an alternative model common to other Volvos might be an option?

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[gnhuk]

Price sounds similar to that quoted to me a couple of years ago. have you tried one of the breakers such as Salvo or Braydon Motors?

[Track_Rod]

You have probably considered it, but you could find a decent Auto Electrical workshop. They are few and far between these days - but perhaps worth a trawl through the Thompson/Yellow Pages.

I found one to supply me with a new set of slip rings, bearings and regulator pack a few months back. They also did rebuilds of alternators and starter motors on site.

Really depends on how quickly it's needed.

Thanks for the advice, I've tried a couple of breakers specialising in Volvo parts but this one seems to be in short supply for some reason.
I've tried a couple of breaker 'agencies' but nothing's turned up yet.

Getting it refurbished may the best option, better than being off the road for a month.

Is this unusual or can obtaining Volvo parts be this much of a pain often?(newbie)

Originally Posted by gilbertcr

Is this unusual or can obtaining Volvo parts be this much of a pain often?(newbie)

Yep, usually seems to be a pain for anything remotely not "run-of-the-mill" unless you go to the dealer. Seems to be easier to get s/v40 phase 1 parts than phase 2, where they differ. My feeling is because there are more of them out there, and more of them having been scrapped.

You could try Denso directly. Try going here:
http://www.densoaftermarket.com/

and looking under distributors.

You know what, by the time you have deducted VAT and got a cheaper price buying direct, then it may work out cheaper to order from the USA even when you pay a hefty postage cost.

Pete