The alternator on my series 3 V8 has given up working. I have it mounted as they are on the Rover P6 cars, that is, directly infront of the rocker cover. The back of the alternator is tight up against the rocker cover so the replacement I get cannot be any longer than my old one. This isn't a problem if I get a replacement the same power as old one (40amp) but according to my local motor factor the 55amp version is longer so will not fit. Is he right? I was hoping to get a 65 to 75 amp one.
Also I has wondering if anyone knows how to decode the numbers on my alternator.
RTC 5085E L1840K DH
24182 87Thanks
Liam