Platime

Ok, alternator is going out and going to swap it for a higher output. I have a 95 4.0 and was wondering what the best donor vehicle is? Also, what mods will have to be done. I've searched and haven't found a solid thread on exactly what the best one is, and what you have to do.

cleenrob

gett an alt. for a zj v8. mines from a 97 5.z zj

you'll need to grind down the alt. brakets to fit the larger alternator

youll also need at least new 4AWG battery cables. i got mine from this guy http://www.kelleyswip.com

he sells some great quality stuff

i havent done my swap yet but have done plenty of research on it. the infos out there

5-90

I've posted a donor list - I'm pretty sure there's a copy here. The Cham/LSTR numbers are industry standard, so you can ask for one of those as the local and get a new/reman, if you want. (I don't trust junkyard electrics.)

Platime

Buying a new one, just wanted to make sure that it was going to be the right one before i start the mod. Thanks for the info.

And i think i seen that list, but no years of the vehicles i can pull it from. But i guess with the numbers there is no need.

5-90

The donor list is culled from a Cham/LSTR catalogue, and includes original application information.

Platime

Do i need to replace the green and green/orange wire coming from the alternator? If so, where do those run to?

5-90

I've posted a donor list for 136A and 160A units that should work, along with "universal" Cham/LSTR part numbers (if you'd rather get new - I would.)

Don't forget to upgrade your wiring, if you want to take full advantage of your new alternator!

XJwonders

I don't see a link to the donor list here? I am jnterested in doing the 160 amp swap.

wrapstar

02 dodge durango 5.9 its the one the one with the plastic back cover and exposed stator . Or AutoZone #12329

XJwonders

Thanks

yarom

Got a 160A one brand new from eBay, for $119. No grinding, no issues. Just dropped in (well actually pushed in from below) and bolted. Works fine and definitely provides more juice... My factory one was 117A.

Big David

Sounds like a good deal. Hope it lasts a while.

XJwonders

Literally no grinding? I'm about to do this

Ekul310

I would also like more information. Part #'s maybe?

XJwonders

12329. Auto zone or advance auto