Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 1998 Oldsmobile 88

1) Aug. 2000 generator failure 2) Aug. 2002 both rear wheel cylinders replaced 3) oct. 2003 coolant leaking : replaced leaking water pump. Intake manifold also leaking but not replaced at this time due to cost. 3. 8l v6.

This alternator growling/noise and tension pulley assembly began making noises at about 30,000. Then at about 40,000 it really began making growling noises especially a lower speeds. Then while we were on a trip to michigan and wisconsin visiting my relatives and children, it became apparent I had better get this fixed before getting back on the road to our home in bella vista,ar. Some 750 miles. While in milwaukee I was advised to to see felsing service inc. 9128 w. Burleigh st. , milwaukee, WI. Since gm dealerships could not guarantee me to have car ready as I had to be back in bella vista on Thursday. Mr. Flesing said he could repair this. I wanted a new alternator, but none could be found in milwaukee. So I consented to a delco remfg. Unit and a new pulley assembly. This was completed in a few hours. The bill was $388. 10. I feel this alternator should last and be adequately functional for more than 40,000. But the very fact that no new altarenator for my vehicle could be found in milwaukee on that Monday tells me, as I also have heard, gm is having problems with alternators etc. Otherwise the car is a fine runnign car with good gas mileage etc.

Alternator made loud high-pitched whine - replaced at my expense. Gear indicator on console des not function in cold temperatures.

Alterenator fell off causing damage to serpentine belt and air conditioner system. Nlm.