120 amp alternator- 2001 C2

[Oh1-911]

After looking for a new Bosch 120 amp alternator for my 2001 C2, and seeing only remans for $500 to $1200, I wanted to pass along what I found.

 

Turns out that the later 150 amp Bosch alternator (AL0815N)  is more available and I was able to order a brand new OEM Bosch unit for a little over $400 from my local import parts store.  The 150 amp has exactly the same fit as the 120 amp, and you don't have to take a chance with a reman unit or off-brand.

 

 

[Ahsai]

Nice find. Does it have a regular pulley or clutched pulley?

[JFP in PA]

Appears to be the free wheeling pulley, and Amazon carries it for $250: http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-AL0815N-New-Alternator/dp/B000IYAAYE

[Oh1-911]

 

 

It has the clutched pulley.

[Ahsai]

 

 

 

It has the clutched pulley.

 

 

That's indeed a nice find! Makes me want to stock up one just in case I need it in the future :)

[C4CRNA]

When I submit the vehicle info it says it won't fit a 2001 911!

[Ahsai]

Looks like this AL0815N is for 997.1 therefore it will also fit our 996 :)

http://www.opticatonline.com/part/bosch-al0815n-alternator

[fpb111]

Then it would fit my old ML350 Mercedes also.  That had a 120A that was the same as my 2003 996 just no sprag clutch on the Merc.

[rbrindley1]

Thanks for sharing, guys!  Perfect timing, after 80K on my 01 C2, my alternator is starting to make noise. Made the purchase today.

[Ahsai]

Please let us know if it works well.

[Oh1-911]

Installed yesterday, fits and connects exactly the same as the 120 amp.  I should have the car running early next week...  all I have left is the coolant tank and fill/test.

 

As long as I was in there I went ahead and replaced the AC compressor with the correct (new) Denso unit so have a freon charge to do as well.

[rbrindley1]

Installed the Bosch 150amp. Order from Amazon as JFP suggested. Took a little time to remove the old 120 amp unit but the new 150 amp dropped right in as direct replacement. Been driving for 2 weeks with no issues. Could not be more pleased at the value of this alternative unit. Thanks guys for the great find!

[Ahsai]

That's great and thanks for the update. It's indeed a great deal!

[Shane11]

On 11/27/2015 at 1:27 AM, rbrindley1 said:

Thanks for sharing, guys!  Perfect timing, after 80K on my 01 C2, my alternator is starting to make noise. Made the purchase today.

Hi rbrindley1, can you please confirm the engine sizes on your 996 01 C2?  Is it the 3.4 litre or did you get one of the first 3.6 litre engines?  I have an 01 996 C2 with the 3.4 litre engine and I am being told this won’t fit but if your car is the 3.4 litre and you have no problems then I will take that over what a dealer tells me.

 

I know this is an old thread so if you get this message would also appreciate an update on if you have had an issues with the alternator 

[Shane11]

On 11/24/2015 at 12:15 PM, Oh1-911 said:

After looking for a new Bosch 120 amp alternator for my 2001 C2, and seeing only remans for $500 to $1200, I wanted to pass along what I found.

 

Turns out that the later 150 amp Bosch alternator (AL0815N)  is more available and I was able to order a brand new OEM Bosch unit for a little over $400 from my local import parts store.  The 150 amp has exactly the same fit as the 120 amp, and you don't have to take a chance with a reman unit or off-brand.

 

 

Oh1-911, Is your 2001 C2 the 3.4litre engine, I will get one of these if they fit