Stupid Alternator!!!!

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  1. BoBo65

    BoBo65 Torch Coral

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    Why does it seem like everytime I have a lil extra money for my tank something goes wrong!!! My alternator just went out in my Acura cost me $450 haha there goes all the money for my upgrade!!!
     
    BoBo65, Sep 20, 2011
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  2. jbb_00

    jbb_00 Skunk Shrimp

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    sad part ... $300 or more of that was probably Labor. I know it isnt the easiest to work on, but I think it may help the reefing funds to DIY.
     
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  3. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I've had some pretty bad luck with cars recently myself :angry:
     
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  4. salsalito25

    salsalito25 Stylophora

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    ahh.... wish you lived closer would have done it for a six pack.. Of Root Beer .. Hold the root.. lol
     
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  5. whippy

    whippy Sailfin Tang

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    Definitely. changing out the alternator is pretty simple but because a lot of people are intimidated by vehicle work shops can charge ridiculous amounts in labor.
     
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  6. ReefBruh

    ReefBruh Giant Squid

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    Don't give up hope. I still need someone to push me. ;D;D;D
     
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  7. SkyFire

    SkyFire Clown Trigger

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    I know what you mean. I'm hoping things don't pop up as I'm building, though something already did, but fortunately it shouldn't totoally derail progress.
     
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  8. starfish2217

    starfish2217 Horrid Stonefish

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    Man that sucks! my alternator just went out too. LUCKY me I didn't have to pay for a tow truck or labor. Just bought a new one and my dad changed it right in the target parking lot lol... Man im lucky 450!! that sucks.. just keep going you WILL get that upgrade!!!
     
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  9. BoBo65

    BoBo65 Torch Coral

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    Yeah I'm still goin for the upgrade haha ima sell my Dirtbike and use that money... I must have really lost my mind!!!
     
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