We can get inexpensive "remanufactured" alternators here in USA, as cheap as $35. Supposedly have new bearings, brushes and diode assemblies in them.

Unfortunately they are always going bad. Whereas many stock Datsun units 30 to 35 years old are still going strong!

Looks at that poor solder -- like it's not even there (bottom right lead). But worked good for a couple of years.


Two of the three diodes leads came loose. The brush leads looked like they were soldered by a child. I am suprised it worked so long. I bought it used at the wreckers for $12.50, obviously too much.

Next time I'll get genuine Datsun/Nissan part, though it costs a bit more.