2003 Mazda Tribute Alternator

2003 MAZDA TRIBUTE
213,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RMCCAUGHN
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The alternator goes out about every 18 to 20 months. Are other people having this trouble?
Oct 22, 2010 at 4:07 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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Where are you getting your alternator's from?
Oct 22, 2010 at 4:45 AM
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RMCCAUGHN
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Carquest
Oct 25, 2010 at 1:07 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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I would try a new source for my alternator since they only last 18-20 month's lasting that long i just think there not good quality alternator's.
Oct 25, 2010 at 4:28 AM
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