Re: IML: 1990 Engine Computer

[Brad Hogg <roadhogg@xxxxxxx>]

OK, my panic is over, it has left behind only some minor concern.

I called around this afternoon and found a computer for $100.  I ordered it
and it should arrive this weekend.  I can get a rebuilt alternator for $172
locally.  After paying the mechanic for diagnosis and R&R, I figure I'll be
out about $500 for this little adventure.  I guess it could have been worse.


Please quote this message in your reply.  Otherwise I will be unable to
reply to your message.  Thanks.



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Brad Hogg" <roadhogg@xxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2005 11:42 AM
Subject: Re: IML: 1990 Engine Computer


I just learned that the computer from a 1990 Dynasty or New Yorker with the
3.3 Litre engine would have the same computer.

----- Original Message -----
From: Brad Hogg <roadhogg@xxxxxxx>
Date: Thursday, January 20, 2005 11:26 am
Subject: Re: 1990 Engine Computer

> I neglected to mention that the computer is located on the
> driver's side of the car, just outboard of the battery.
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Brad Hogg <roadhogg@xxxxxxx>
> Date: Thursday, January 20, 2005 11:23 am
> Subject: 1990 Engine Computer
>
> > I've always said that cars should NOT be computerized.  This is
> a
> > perfect example of why.
> >
> > A couple of days ago, my 1990 Imperial stopped charging.  As
> > usual, I thought is could be either the alternator or the
> > regulator, or both.  I took the car to my mechanic, because he
> has
> > all the diagnostic tools, and he tells me that it is in fact
> both
> > that are toast.  Ok, no problem.  A voltage regulator is either
> a
> > small, cheap external component OR an integral part of the
> > alternator.  Either way, I need an alternator so no big deal.
> The
> > problem is, Chrysler, in their infinite wisdom, integrated the
> > voltage regulator INTO the engine computer!!!  How STUPID is
> > that!!!  I liken that to putting the brake linings into the
> > transmission so when they wear out, you need a new tranny!
> > Needless to say, I am not on the hunt for an engine computer.
> >
> > What I need is an engine computer that has the numbers 5266243
> > stamped on it.  I don't know what years will carry this number
> and
> > if it is even on cars other than the Imperial.  The 3.3 or 3.8
> 5th
> > Avenue cars MIGHT have this computer but I can't be certain.
> >
> > Is there anyone who has access to a suitable parts car?  I'd
> like
> > to find this computer as economically as possible.  I can't pay
> > you money for going to a yard for me but I would do the same for
> > you if the tables were turned.  I only say this to avoid a
> > misunderstanding similar to one I recently experienced where a
> man
> > expected me to pay him $20 or $30 an hour to go to a yard for
> > parts.  It's fine to want that but it wasn't made clear at the
> > outset of the deal and that cost added to the parts made them
> more
> > expensive than new.  I just want to avoid this type of
> > misunderstanding in the future.
> >
> > Thanks in advance for your help.



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