buffnaaz Posted May 20, 2009 Report Posted May 20, 2009 Hi I hope someone can help and hope I've posted this in the right section. I'm a new member and wanted to ask about parts support. We've had this problem for months. My dad has a 1996 ford Galaxy 1.9 GLS diesel in which the belt kept snapping. It was because the Alternator mounting bracket was broken. The problem is, Ford no longer supply this part! We've checked all the breakers. Eventually had to weld the part together but that didn't last long? There must be somethig we can do? Thanks in advance Quote
markbiff Posted May 20, 2009 Report Posted May 20, 2009 :angry2: how about trying a fabrication shop (gate makers ect) to make you a copy ? Quote
Mirez Posted May 20, 2009 Report Posted May 20, 2009 :angry2: how about trying a fabrication shop (gate makers ect) to make you a copy ? or ebay - type "Galaxy breaking" into the search and then ask the sellers questions - there are loads of mk1's on there atm Quote
buffnaaz Posted May 21, 2009 Author Report Posted May 21, 2009 Thanks so much for the ebay tip. I'm going through them right now. I'll keep you posted. Quote
seatkid Posted May 21, 2009 Report Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Try a VW dealer, the 1.9 engine is a VW engine, the same one as in the equivalent Sharan. Edited May 21, 2009 by seatkid Quote
buffnaaz Posted May 21, 2009 Author Report Posted May 21, 2009 no joy through ebay, trawled through but most of them petrol. Will now try the vw route. Anyone have any tips on how to match my galaxy engine to the correct sharan model? Quote
seatkid Posted May 21, 2009 Report Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) no joy through ebay, trawled through but most of them petrol. Will now try the vw route. Anyone have any tips on how to match my galaxy engine to the correct sharan model?Engine code (which is part of the engine number) - its likely to be a 1Z type engine (90bhp). Engine number/code can usually be found on the cambelt cover, or on your V5 document or on a large label in the compartment where the jack lives. Phone and ask, say its for 1996 Sharan 1.9tdi, then if it looks hopeful you can take a trip and look at a parts diagram at the dealer. Edited May 21, 2009 by seatkid Quote
buffnaaz Posted May 21, 2009 Author Report Posted May 21, 2009 Thanks. I'll keep you posted. Any other tips appreciated. Quote
gregers Posted May 21, 2009 Report Posted May 21, 2009 did you check(on ebay)under seat alhambra/vw sharan as well as ford galaxy??? Quote
buffnaaz Posted May 22, 2009 Author Report Posted May 22, 2009 Yeah, checked under alhambra etc. all petrol engines I'm afraid. Still searching! We'll have to scrap the car at this rate! Quote
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