i need a new alternator. mine's stuffed

so. do i go new?
reconditioned rover?
recondition mine?

or will it be possible to get one of some other type of car that works better?

reco urs man

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oil leak?..what oil leak..that puddle under the car is just sweat from all that horsepower

If the charge light blinked a bit then stayed on it's probably just the brushes are worn. $20 maybe at an auto electrician.
On most Lucas ones with the plastic back cover, you can remove and replace them without stripping the alternator apart.

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DrMini- 1970 wasaMatic 1360, Mk1S crank, 86.6HP (ATW) =~125 @ crank, 45 Dellorto (38 chokes), RE282 sprint cam, 1.5 rockers, 11.0:1 C/R.

mine will glow red when i first start it then after a sharp rev it goes not sure what it is yet

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oil leak?..what oil leak..that puddle under the car is just sweat from all that horsepower

That just means that the alternator isn't charging the battery yet, the volts at the regulator haven't reached a point where it is higher than the battery output voltage.

When you rev the engine, the volts rise and the regulator cuts the battery into the circuit, charging current is detected and the light goes out.

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SooperDooperMiniCooperExpertEngineering

All garage work involves equal measures of enthusiasm, ingenuity and a fair degree of irresponsibility.

What kind have you got, if you run more electrical crap it might be an idea upgranding to a more powerful alternator. I got a Nissan Pulsar alternator (N15) it's rated at 70amps. I never draw that much but it's good to know it can keep up. Unlike my old 34amp Lucas one.

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1964 Morris 850, 1330 Supercharged - 81.8hp atws.
1975 Leyland Mini S 1100S powered - Nice and reliable.
1977 Leyland Mini LS - Project LS-T

What are the stock ones you get with clubbies? Thats what I have and I have a big audio setup coming along...12" sub, amp, 4 speakers, headunit, 6cd stacker?
Should it still be alright?

This will fix your problem. I have only one left. It is the Lucas style alternator same as the one used on Rover Minis. Brand new 65 AMPS it will fit straight on to your Mini using same belt and bolts. This is a must especially if you have a big sound system or driving lights. $165.00 plus postage.

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DID I MENTION THAT I AM THE BEST SUPPLIER FOR MINI ELECTRICAL PARTS AND REPAIRS?
"Let us remove your "SHORTS"

Hehe I asked if what I had is OK for what I want, If i really do need one id buy it from Minisport becase they are walking distance