Blown Alternator Fuse On A Sprinter Van

by LARRY HAGEMEISTER | Articles

While spending several hours troubleshooting a problem with dead batteries in a Sprinter Van, Larry Hagemeister found a problem with an “nearly” non serviceable blown 300A alternator fuse. When Larry comes across tough issues such as this, he likes to share them with other professionals in the Auto Electrical Industry. Meet a colleague of Larry’s, Dan Marinucci. He is an Automotive Technical Training Specialist and has been writing and sharing information in MOTOR Magazine’s monthly import repair column “Foreign Service” since 1989.

Click THE IMAGE ABOVE to read Dan Marinucci’s article from Motor Magazine and how Larry fixed this Blown Alternator Fuse on this Sprinter Van

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Hagemeister Enterprises Inc.

4.8

Magnus Andersson

19:47 23 May 24

Bought an alternator for my Ford model A.High quality product with 6V positive ground.I highly recommend Luke at Hagemeister Enterprises for his help. I live in Sweden and it was very easy to do business with him. Just one week after order I had it in my car 😊

Johnny Walker

20:42 03 May 24

These are the "Go To" Guys. Love the Expertise !!

fiftyshooter

06:31 29 Apr 24

First off, I'm not a mechanic of any kind. After watching a YouTube video I was willing to attempt a starter replacement on my truck. Hagemeister was awesome. Everyone I spoke with was very friendly, patient, and helpful. They did everything possible to get me the right part and answer my questions. Shipping was fast. I got it installed and the replacement part cranks my 7.3 Power Stroke Diesel better than the factory starter ever did.

Kaylee Jordison

01:16 28 Mar 24

The best alternator ever for my old truck

Ramie Halbrook

14:07 21 Mar 24

Top notch service

Jacob Boggs

05:50 08 Mar 24

The company I work for and personally always go here for starter, alternators, and batteries.Great service, I have not come here with a problem that wasn't solved.

Jerry Kassis

22:29 31 Jan 24

The Hagemeisters are all great people to deal with and I depend on them for anything in automotive electrical. They are rebuilders of starters and generators, and much more. Whenever I have an electrical issue, Larry and Luke are my go-to people. Also, Helen has the best farm-fresh eggs in town!

Philip Johnson

03:32 19 Jan 24

awesome, I've just watched the videos but I'd say these guys know what they are doing

David Fisher

21:33 17 Dec 23

Great place to find parts for older electrical systems. Knowledgeable staff.

Mickey Yordy

20:44 16 Nov 23

I’ve been having some electrical problems with my Lincoln MKC that other local businesses were not helping me with. Hagemeisters listen to the issues I was experiencing and decided that a new battery was the easiest place to start.So far the electrical issues have been resolved with a new battery! I honestly have no idea that Hagemeisters even carried batteries in the shop! Highly recommend!

scott burr

04:19 11 Nov 23

Cameron Bare

02:17 23 Sep 23

I purchased the one wire conversion alternator for my 1994 Dodge 3500 Cummins and so far it has been great to not have to worry about the factory chrysler computer regulator not failing going down the road.

22:35 22 Aug 23

Had many problems with buying voltage regulators for my 54 Chevy truck that work until I had Larry at Hagemeister make me a custom 6v regulator for the truck. Works perfect and very happy with this purchase. Great company and good prices.

pepe pingu

14:10 19 Aug 23

emailed about a faulty alternator I had purchased a few months earlier, and response was super fast, person was very knowledgable, they sent me out a warranty replacement alternator and is working perfectly.

Lance Ray soliday

02:47 23 Jul 23

Worth every penny! I tried the rest and finally found the best. The Hagemeister One wire alternator solved my charging issues. Stop wasting time and money on Chinese voltage regulators that can potentially burn your truck down. (Ask me how I know) The quality of this alternator and personal service is top notch. You won’t be disappointed .At idle I get 14.3 volts with lights, Ac and radio on, and it stays at that voltage at all rpm’s . 1995 Cummins swap

francis tice

19:58 07 Jun 23

Love the customer service here

Total Metal Innovations

18:02 21 Apr 23

This week the starter die in my older Yale forklift I checked a few auto part stores with no luck. Then at the recommendation of a friend I hauled the old starter to Hagemeister, as expected it was an odd ball starter that only fits a couple obscure forklifts. The guys searched a number of resources, and didn’t give up until they found a solution. I believe most shops would have said sorry can’t help you! They ever were able to get it overnight.Much appreciated and my trusty forklift lives to see another day!

Rodney Rogers

15:36 12 Feb 23

Purchased a stud for a starter motor that solders onto the fuel coil windings received it in short time exactly what I was looking for fast service and great price

Michael Byrd

14:31 18 Jan 23

Bought the Audible Digital Volt Meter for my 04 F350 Harley Davidson and I am very satisfied. It's absolutely a must have. Thank you Luke

Huskies Go

13:03 01 Sep 22

Overall, so far, so good. Ran into a couple glitches along the way which might be good to add to your instructions. #1: Do not use a battery isolator or any other device that blocks the alternator from having battery voltage applied the alternator. #2: If you have an automatic, you will need to reposition the transmission coolant line slightly to clear the back of the alternator. The only other thing I can suggest is putting a ground stud on the alternator case. Dodges are notorious for bad grounds and having to use the brackets is problematic.1992 Dodge W250.

Thomas Moore

01:16 14 Apr 22

We have a few vintage travel trailers, and as is true with many classics, their parts and systems wear out and can be hard to repair or replace. On several occasions, HEI has been more than helpful in keeping these beauties on the road. They recently located an uncommon 12 volt battery and later were able to modify an obsolete fuse that will now accept modern ordinary components. We highly recommend their service and expertise for new or timeless.

Wayne Addams

00:48 06 Apr 22

I had a problem with an alternator I purchased. After talking on the phone to do some long distance troubleshooting (which will be helpful) they’ve agreed to warranty the part if necessary. I appreciate that kind of customer service

Corey Trout

16:27 07 Feb 22

Bought a gear reduction starter for my jd 630 fit great and never started better.

Chandra Oxford

21:04 21 Dec 21

My car was saying it was time for a new battery. They were quick to get me in and out AND let me know I needed a new set of tires. Now, I have a new battery and a new set of tires right in time for winter. Thanks guys!

Jaron

12:45 29 Sep 21

Purchased an alternator for my 12 valve Cummins. It works perfectly! And much better than any of the several that I tried.Fast and free shipping. Customer service was extremely knowledgeable and friendly.Great job running your business the right way.Thank you,Theron

Charles Ottesen

00:49 25 Sep 21

Very happy to find Hagemeister Enterprises. I was having I watched there video’s on YouTube. I bought a 200 amp one wire alternator for my 2002 7.3 Excursion. Installation was just like there video.My alternator charging issue are solved. Great folks and super helpful over the phone.

Ron Baker

19:40 06 Sep 21

They were more than happy to help me with what I needed and if they didn't have it they let me know where I could find it give me a phone number all that good stuff.

Cody Garner

00:08 18 Aug 21

Awesome service quick and affordable good people

Donna Samoylich

20:39 03 Aug 21

Fast and efficient!I brought my car in to see about getting the battery changed out. They had the battery in stock and, better yet, fixed the problem right then and there. These guys know what they’re doing! Locally owned and reliable, no doubt about it! I highly recommend and will be back for sure.

Bob Ramsey

10:43 30 Apr 21

Been doing business with these people as needed for over 30 years.....most helpful....and LOCALLY OWNED AND RUN

Cody Thorpe

04:29 25 Apr 21

I've ordered 3 different 1 wire tractor altenators for 3 different tractors 2 of them being old diesel tractors I always recommend these guys to everyone working on tractors only wish I could get a hat or something from em lol

Keith Logan

20:56 07 Apr 21

Great prices, great service

Vic Bunn

22:45 16 Mar 21

I called HEI looking for a starter spring for my 1942 IH TD-14 crawler. They didn't have one but Larry had one made for me. It is stiffer than the original spring and works fine.

Raleigh Hayden

21:26 31 Jan 21

Great prices and knowledgeable.

francis solano

01:20 13 Jan 21

This is such a great place! Wounderful helpful people!

R O

16:43 31 Dec 20

Luke is always courteous, professional, and gets the job done the right way. Highly recommended!

Jeff Scott

00:39 22 Dec 20

Excellent customer service.

Mark Borntrager

22:45 29 Nov 20

I have used HEI to check or rebuild all my generator's, alternator's and starters for 50 years! Trucks, cars, tractors, RV's or my snake river boat HEI checks them all! Until recently that was all I used them for. Then Larry introduced me to an oil product called IXL. I was a lube tech in industry with mechanical apprentice and have been to many continuation ed. classes on oil. I'm very aware of the so called "Miracle Products" available that fix everything. I remember thinking, "whatever" when Larry asked me to try the oil and give a review if I liked it.I have a Pacific Energy fireplace insert and the blower motor quit working. It "wouldn't turn" and of course when I tried to order a new electric motor I was told it was no longer available so I vacuumed all the lint and dust out of the windings. That's when I noticed oil ports to the bushings. I put a drop of IXL in each bushing port and slowly began by force turning the fan/motor housing for a few minutes then added another drop of oil. After 30 minutes of slow turning by hand it began to loosen and turn freely. I reinstalled the blower, started a fire and waited for the heat sensor to heat up and turn on the fan. It's been run for a week now and even running quieter.IXL is going in the next oil change on the 2003 Ford 7.3 diesel. The 7.3's have an injector issue called "Stickion". I like what IXL does for a frozen electric motor! Lets see what it will do for my ol ford!Honesty, Integrity, Sound Advice and Great Service is what you get everyday at Hagemeister's! Thank you, Larry, Helen and Luke!

Mountain Peak Builders MT Hendrickson

23:25 29 Oct 20

Very helpful answered all my questionsLots of volts for extras now with 200A one wire alternatorHighly recommendThanks Guys

S&F Scenarios Paintball and Airsoft Field

01:25 24 Oct 20

Great locally owned small business really goes above and beyond for their customers. I've been using them since I could drive-in work on vehicles and they have done nothing but help me with bunch of different projects.

Katherine Bateman

19:48 02 Oct 20

I know next to nothing about cars. I was recommended to HEI after getting a battery replaced and finding out the clamp on one of the battery terminals wouldn't tighten enough. HEI was able to look at my car same day, and even better were able to fix it same day at a very reasonable price. I was able to watch the repair and they explained exactly what they were doing as they did it. I highly recommend them.

greg rollins

15:04 08 Sep 20

very good at what they do so no problems with work i have had done

jason jung

20:02 02 Sep 20

Great guys. The old man really knows his stuff. Good prices too.

Justin Dodge

18:10 25 Mar 20

Took my boat out on the lake and couldn't get it to start, pulled it out of the water and drove it to town and stopped by their shop. They didn't hesitate to stop what they had been doing to take my starter out (which was in a terrible location), test the starter and get a new one installed at a great price and even better customer service. We got back on the water that day. Top notch customer service and I wouldn't take my vehicles anywhere else.

Lisa Medina

14:48 26 Feb 20

Teresa Pankalla

06:07 09 Jan 20

Dylan Shaughnessy

00:45 09 Jan 20

Great place to have in Lebanon. Did a starter repair in a 97 4Runner and they had the contacts and plunger in stock. Everything fit perfectly, and were OEM Denso parts for a very reasonable price. They specialize in starters, alternators, and batteries apparently. Also had a nice selection of stranded wire up to a very large "00". The staff was nice and very helpful. Highly recommend this place for auto electrical and then some.

Wesley Julsrud

19:27 06 Nov 19

Professional parts and service, helpful staff, Fair prices.

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