BBB Industries N13988 Alternator

BBB Industries N13988 Alternator Overview

The BBB Industries NEW ALTERNATOR N13988 is a 12-volt, 160-amp replacement alternator built for select Dodge truck and SUV applications. It uses a Nippondenso OE manufacturer design with an external voltage regulator, serpentine pulley setup, and clockwise rotation for direct-fit service on listed vehicles.

Compatible with 2003-2006 Dodge Ram 1500, 2003-2006 Dodge Ram 2500, 2003-2006 Dodge Ram 3500, and 2004-2006 Dodge Durango applications, this alternator is built around the original equipment configuration for straightforward charging-system replacement. The BBB Industries NEW ALTERNATOR line focuses on OE-style electrical replacement parts for charging and starting repairs.

Key Features

• Part number: N13988
• 160-amp output for charging-system service
• 12-volt alternator with external voltage regulator type
• Nippondenso OE manufacturer design
• Serpentine belt pulley with 7 grooves included
• Internal fan and air cooling method
• Clockwise rotation
• Negative polarity
• Plug clock position: 11
• Outside pulley diameter: 2-1/16 in. (52 mm)

Detailed Description

BBB Industries N13988 is a new alternator for Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Durango models listed in the fitment data. It is configured with a conventional pulley, internal fan, and serpentine belt drive, making it a direct match for vehicles that use the Nippondenso-style charging system. The 160-amp rating supports factory electrical demand on the specified applications, while the external regulator configuration matches the original system layout.

This part cross-references BBB Industries N13988 with OE-style replacement numbers such as 421000-0210 and 56028697AA for the same application.

What This Alternator Helps Address

• Battery warning light caused by alternator output loss
• Low charging voltage during driving or idling
• Dim lights or unstable electrical performance
• Charging-system failure on Dodge Ram and Durango applications
• Noise or wear related to a failing alternator assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify pulley groove count, plug clock position, rotation direction, and regulator type before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses the listed Nippondenso-style configuration and a serpentine belt drive. Inspect the belt, electrical connectors, and charging-system wiring during replacement to help ensure proper operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries supplies this NEW ALTERNATOR as an OE-style replacement part for listed Dodge applications. The design details provided here, including amperage rating, pulley configuration, and regulator type, support accurate parts matching for charging-system repair.