TERREPOWER formerly BBB Industries Alternator P/N:8231-5
Keep the battery charged and every electrical accessory powered with the TERREPOWER (formerly BBB Industries) Remanufactured Alternator 8206-5. An alternator converts mechanical energy from the engine belt into electrical energy to charge the battery and run the vehicle's electrical system. It drops in as a direct-fit replacement across a long list of 1996-2002 GM trucks, vans and SUVs — including the 1999-2000 Cadillac Escalade [V8-5.7L], 1996-1999 Chevrolet Astro [V6-4.3L], Chevrolet and GMC C/K 1500-3500 pickups and Suburbans, Express vans, Tahoe, Blazer and S10 — spanning the V6-4.3L, V8-5.0L, V8-5.7L, V8-6.5L and V8-7.4L engines. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of 104 applications.
Dimming or flickering lights, a lit charging/battery warning light, or a repeatedly dead battery can be signs this alternator may need replacing. Diagnose the charging system first — if a failed alternator is the cause, this replaces it. Manufacturer part number 8206-5. Country of origin: Mexico.
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What are the electrical ratings of this alternator?
It is rated at 105 amps and 12 volts DC with a negative ground and an internal voltage regulator.
Does it include a pulley?
Yes. It comes with a 6-groove conventional serpentine pulley (not a decoupler or clutch pulley).
Is this a one-wire or brushless alternator?
No. It is not one-wire capable and not brushless; it uses an internal regulator and an internal fan with air cooling.
What vehicles does the 8206-5 fit?
It fits many 1996-2002 GM trucks, vans and SUVs across the V6-4.3L, V8-5.0L, V8-5.7L, V8-6.5L and V8-7.4L engines. See the Buyer's Guide tab for all 104 applications.
What are signs my alternator may need replacing?
Dimming lights, a lit charging/battery warning light, or a battery that keeps going dead. Diagnose the charging system first, since these can have other causes.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.