So my Bosch alternator finally went out on my 97 328is. It has the Bosch 80a. I went on amazon and ordered what seemed to be the Bosch AL0749x reman alternator. The exact same alternator that’s on the car. When I received it I noticed the air duct attached is valeo and the connection for the wires is slightly different so I immediately called and said it was the wrong part I need Bosch style alternator. Now it says it’s reman by Bosch so my question is can I put a valeo style alternator where my Bosch once sat? It comes with the pulley. I’ve heard bad news about the valeo alternators. And I’ve always trusted Bosch. I mean my original one lasted 23 years why wouldn’t I? I need help with this guys and gals. Thanks in advance
Present:
1997 hellrot 328is- 5spd, 3.23 LSD, coilovers, square style 32’s, some poly bushing suspension things and M3 look-a-like bits
Past:
1998 silver 318i sedan- Auto, stock with some springs and wheels and m3 look-a-like bits
1999 Honda Civic si EBP- 5spd, stock with some springs, shiny suspension things, And ricer exhaust (because racecar)
If the alternator conundrum in the E36 is like that in the E46, the answer is a qualified no. The connectors (not the main power cable) are different as are the pulleys. I recommend you find a company that sells reman’d Bosch alternators. Try FCPEuro and ECS Tuning. Also, go to www.realoem.com and enter the last 7 characters of the car’s vehicle identification number. Hit enter and bookmark the page. Scroll down to engine electric system and get the part # for the Bosch alternator. Work from there.
Contact tech support at FCPEuro. They seems to be among the best. Also, check with the dealer.
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