Remanufactured Alternator - Any Differences

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Aug 22, 2022 | 04:45 AM

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Remanufactured Alternator - Any Differences

Just had a new alternator installed, used a Denso First Time Fit. Question is whether there is any difference between the Toyota/Lexus Denso Remanufactured and the Denso First Time Fit. Also, opinions on any other brands are appreciated. Thanks.

Aug 22, 2022 | 07:27 AM

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Not materially unless you got a higher output version. Just run it. Rebuilt alternators may not last as long but I've ran a rebuilt alternator on my 2002 Tahoe for a nearly a decade.

Aug 22, 2022 | 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by largenoogs

Not materially unless you got a higher output version. Just run it. Rebuilt alternators may not last as long but I've ran a rebuilt alternator on my 2002 Tahoe for a nearly a decade.

Rebuilt and re manufactured alternators are different between each other. Remans are great!

Aug 22, 2022 | 05:43 PM

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Both Densos, the Toyota/Lexus and First Time Fit, are remanufactured.

Aug 22, 2022 | 05:56 PM

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The Toyota sticker looks a bit nicer.

Aug 22, 2022 | 08:09 PM

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Question is, other than the pretty red sticker, whether their is any difference in the remanufacturing process?

Aug 22, 2022 | 08:17 PM

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Can't say for sure but the Denso you buy from your chosen supplier looks exactly the same as one from Toyota. I've found a few "remanufactured for Toyota by Denso" alternators at the salvage yards over the years.