How reliable is the starter and alternator on 1996 stock Explorers?

[fast_dave]

I would add in running the tank to empty or under a 1/4 tank often. This allows the pump to run hotter causing more stress on it.

+10 True dat'

 

[C420sailor]

Donalds nailed it. Order the kits, then pull the starter and alternator and rebuild on a nice Saturday afternoon. That way, you won’t be forced into picking up a piece of aftermarket trash when they DO eventually give up the ghost

Or pull an OEM core from the JY, rebuild, and leave it on the shelf

 

[WEBsEXPs]

Anyone still on the stock starter and alternator? Surprisingly I am. I'm at 210,000km now and just wondering how long these usually last on these trucks? Am I one of the few ones who has gone this long without having to replace either ? *knock on wood(

My '96 Explorer 4L has 352K on it. The slip rings on the alternator wore out after 280K miles. I bought a used alternator at the salvage yard for the interim and repaired the original with new slip rings and brushes. I prefer original parts to the junk you get at auto stores. I've never touched the starter.

 

[fast_dave]

@WEBsEXPs

I believe you have set a forum record.

(1) post in 10 years of membership - welcome!

 

[Fix4Dirt]

@WEBsEXPs

I believe you have set a forum record.

(1) post in 10 years of membership - welcome!

i;d say welcome, but then youve been here longer than I heck, i was still very young when you joined!!!! i was still drawing blob looking cars to go on the fridge then, nowhere close to now!