Is a UK alternator the same as a tubby one?

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Paul R
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Is a UK alternator the same as a tubby one?

Post by Paul R »

Hi,

Anyone know if I order an alternator from halfords it will fit my tubby ok with the same connectors etc?

Cheers,

Paul.
shafster

Re: Is a UK alternator the same as a tubby one?

Post by shafster »

uk and tubby alternators are the same :)
Paul R
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Re: Is a UK alternator the same as a tubby one?

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shafster wrote:uk and tubby alternators are the same :)


Cheers dude.

Paul.
Jon S
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Re: Is a UK alternator the same as a tubby one?

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You'll have to specify if it's round plug or oval plug.
Paul R
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Re: Is a UK alternator the same as a tubby one?

Post by Paul R »

Cheers mate.

I've fixed it now, so no need to order an alternator ....phew!!

Broken wire in the circuit! :) - I've patched her up and she works fine ;)

paul.
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