I just replaced my alternator brushes in March on my '99 Ranger. Now, the alternator is giving trouble again. It isn't charging the battery, and I have been having trouble with dimming lights, etc. Last night, it quit completely. The mechanic said it needs new brushes and a regulator.

I live in Belize, so things are interesting as far as mechanics go... so I am not sure what to think. Why would I need brushes again so soon? Any ideas?

 

If you can get a replacement alternator i would go that route, if the brushes are wearing fast, this could be due to the surface where the brushes ride being worn out. you say in a previous thread that you drive alot in dusty conditions, if the alternator gets alot of debris in it, this may cause that.

 

x2! replace and be done with it

 

Not saying it is bad to rebuild an alternator, but if it is eating brushes then something else is going on