brushes needed for alternator

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brushes needed for alternator

Post by Suechoccy » Thu Mar 26, 2009 4:39 pm

Where can I buy some brushes for our Bongo's alternator?

Do all Bongo's have the same alternator?
If so what make/model is it?

Hubby's asked me to source some brushes but I don't have the alternator here to look at.

ta.

it's not a bongo but a ford friendee 1999 2wheel drive automatic.
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by francophile1947 » Thu Mar 26, 2009 4:44 pm

Suechoccy wrote:Where can I buy some brushes for our Bongo's alternator?

Do all Bongo's have the same alternator?
If so what make/model is it?

Hubby's asked me to source some brushes but I don't have the alternator here to look at.

ta.

it's not a bongo but a ford friendee 1999 2wheel drive automatic.
Wash your mouth out Suechoccy :shock: - a Bongo is a Friendee - the Ford is a Freda :lol: :lol: :lol:
Sorry, can't help with the alternator brushes but there is a database of compatible parts in the Member's Area - this should let you track down the model number of the alternator :D .
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by David Edwards » Thu Mar 26, 2009 5:31 pm

You simply will not get them but have a look at this company..www.startermotor-alternator.co.uk, that is where I got mine absolutely brill and very reasonable too, tel 01752 221617 or 221230, next day delivery too, worth a ring. It was £125.00 delivered.
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by Veg_Ian » Fri Mar 27, 2009 8:08 am

I've got a fully functional Bongo alternator in my garage. Send me a PM if interested.
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by David Edwards » Fri Mar 27, 2009 10:24 am

Aw wish I had known Ian, I now have two defunct ones sitting in my shed awaiting possible repair,lol.
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by Veg_Ian » Fri Mar 27, 2009 10:26 am

Get some overhaul kits Dave and we'll set up an alternator sales business together :)
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by brorabongo » Fri Mar 27, 2009 10:28 am

I have a half functioning alt.....the rear half. It is the front bearings thats goosed.

So if of any use Suechoccy, (or anyone else) give us a shout. I should be able to remove the brush assy, and send it alone. Or
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by motorwizard » Fri Mar 27, 2009 11:04 am

I know it is too far away from Cambridge but I recently went to a firm on Slough Trading Estate that repair alternators and starters. I had changed the radiator, waterpump and hoses as age related maintenance and also had the alternator checked. The guy there knew it was a Bongo alternator and said he had seen several. When I went back I was told the alternator was good and the brushes didnt need changing and was charged a nominal sum for testing. Sorry I havnt got the name and telephone number handy I think it was in Plymouth Road Slough
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by David Edwards » Fri Mar 27, 2009 12:59 pm

That's just the trouble there doesn't seem to be any kits available for our alternators, I have searched and even my local alternator repairer was stumped.....unless anyone else knows better.lol.
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Re: brushes needed for alternator

Post by Suechoccy » Mon Mar 30, 2009 5:13 pm

Thanks for the replies. Hubby got one from the Plymouth place recommended by Dave Edwards. It's arrived today so he'll be busy tonight!
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