Alternator question ?

[N1265]

My Alternator on my 96 Explorer XLT 4.0 ohv is down for the count and I can't rebuild it

After pricing out a re-man at Advanced for $139. I am wondering why I even need a 130 amp Alt.

My AC no longer works and I am wondering if I can get a lower amp alt as a replacement. I have read that they make a 90 amp one but I don't know if it is plug and play or if it will even be big enough. I only run the lights, radio and cruse...

Any suggestions or comments ?

Many thanks,

 

[Electrohacker]

the AC system... doesnt use that much electricity

unless you stripped all the extra electronics out of your truck, I'd stay with the 130

 

[team]

call the local junk yard

 

[2000StreetRod]

try eBay

I've seen them for $30 plus shipping on eBay. They should be a comparable price at your local salvage yard.