Help keep current moving between the stationary and rotating sides of your charging unit with the Standard Alternator / Generator Brush Set, part number FX-65. It is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 1980-1994 Ford F-150, 1980-1994 Ford E-150 Econoline and 1983-1992 Ford Ranger. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
The brushes ride against the unit's rotating component and provide the sliding electrical contact the alternator or generator needs to operate. This part is cataloged as a Generator Brush Set, and Standard's own copy calls it an Alternator / Generator Brush Set, so you may find it under either name.
- Quality control throughout: As a global maker of original equipment ignition products, Standard controls quality at every stage, from individual components to the finished product.
- High-grade materials: Standard's starting and charging system products use high-grade materials intended for extended service life.
- Broad Ford-family coverage: The listed applications include trucks, vans and passenger cars from Ford, Lincoln and Mercury.
Signs this part may need replacing: a charging warning light, a battery that won't stay charged, low or intermittent charging output, or dimming lights. These symptoms can have other causes, so diagnose the charging system first. If worn brushes are the cause, this set replaces them.
Interchange: X363 · FX61 · F511 · E43Z10320A
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
X363, FX61, F511, E43Z10320A
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an alternator / generator brush set do?
The brushes keep sliding electrical contact with the unit's rotating component. This carries current between the stationary circuit and the spinning assembly so the charging unit can operate.
Which vehicles does the FX-65 fit?
It fits many Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles, including the 1980-1994 Ford F-150 and 1983-1992 Ford Ranger. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for every year, model and engine.
What are signs the brushes may need replacing?
Possible signs include a charging warning light, a battery that won't stay charged, low or intermittent output, or dimming lights. Diagnose the charging system first, since other parts can cause these symptoms.
What part numbers does the FX-65 interchange with?
It interchanges with X363, FX61, F511 and E43Z10320A.
Why is it listed as both an alternator and a generator brush set?
It is cataloged as a Generator Brush Set, and Standard describes it as an Alternator / Generator Brush Set, so it is known by both names.
