Autoelectro’s popular ‘reman and return’ service set for surge
Autoelectro’s ‘reman and return’ service is more important than ever with classic car season quickly approaching.
With many vintage car owners and enthusiasts preferring to restore original components back to OE specification, the rotating electrics specialist can guarantee an exact fit and function, one that maintains authenticity, performance and, crucially, aids resale value.
Autoelectro’s remanufactured starter motors and alternators are tested individually to meet – or exceed – OE specification. This is achieved thanks to the latest OE specification test equipment available in the market.
The alternative is a mass-produced copy version that, while often readily available, may not offer the same level of precision or compatibility required for classic vehicles. By choosing remanufactured OE units, enthusiasts can be assured of both authenticity and dependable performance, preserving the vehicle’s heritage and long-term value.
What’s available?
Autoelectro has more than 5,000 unique part numbers in stock – from fast-moving, technologically modern to specialist, traditional units. This is possible because of the remanufacturer’s engineers and technicians’ ability to source core, disassemble, inspect, assemble and test units.
Standout, timeless units include an alternator for an Aston Martin Lagonda 5.3 V8 petrol (1990-onwards), starter motor for a Talbot Express 2.5 diesel (1989-onwards), water-cooled alternator for a Bentley Arnage 6.7 V8 petrol (2000-onwards) and starter motor for a Suzuki Alto 0.8 petrol (1985-onwards).
What can go wrong on a classic car?
It is a myth that classic cars are tougher to fix than today’s modern vehicles; in fact, as starter motor and alternator technology is much less complex than newer units, such as an iStARS (integrated Starter-Alternator Reversible System) or BSG (Belted Starter Generator), independent workshop technicians should feel confident about fitting them.
Worn bearings are a common sight on older alternators; they allow the rotor inside the unit to spin, so if one is worn, it can lead to excessive noise – comparable to a grinding or whining noise – and reduced charging efficiency.
Corroded or loose wiring is also prevalent; this can lead to intermittent charging issues.
Switching to starter motors, a bad earth – which can lead to weak cranking – and worn bushes – that can wear down over time and lead to starting issues – are two of most typical faults associated with vintage units.
Should a factor be searching for a particular part number, it can utilise Autoelectro’s invaluable WhatsApp service. By sending images of units to base in Bradford, a member of the engineering team can identify that unit and offer a solution.
Autoelectro’s Harnek Bhogal said: “For any classic car owner looking to maintain authenticity, reliability and performance, working with a skilled and experienced remanufacturer – not to mention passionate classic car enthusiast – we can give old units a new lease of life, without comprising its heritage.”