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BBB Industries N8315 Alternator
| Brand | BBB Industries N8315 |
|---|---|
| AC Tap | No |
| Amperage Rating | 135 |
| Brushless Design | No |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Decoupled Or Clutch Pulley | No |
| Fan Type | Internal |
| Number Of Pulley Grooves | 6 |
| OE Manufacturer | Ford |
| One Wire Capable | No |
| Outside Pulley Diameter (in) | 2-3/8 |
| Outside Pulley Diameter (mm) | 61 |
| Plug Clock Position | 10 |
| Polarity | Negative |
| Pulley Belt Type | Serpentine |
| Pulley Included | Yes |
| Pulley Type | Conventional |
| Rotation Direction | Clockwise |
| Series | 6G |
| Voltage (V) | 12 |
| Voltage Regulator Type | Internal |
| Product line | NEW ALTERNATOR |
| Fits | Lincoln, Ford, and Mercury · 5 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Built to match the original charging system setup.
135-amp output. Delivers strong charging performance for demanding electrical loads.
Internal regulator. Integrated voltage control simplifies the alternator design.
Cross-references 3W1U-10300-BB, 3W1Z-10346-BA and FF for the same application. See all 3.
BBB Industries N8315 Alternator Overview
BBB Industries NEW ALTERNATOR N8315 is a 12-volt, 135-amp charging system replacement built for Ford applications that require a serpentine-belt alternator with an internal regulator. It is listed for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis Police, and 2003-2005 Lincoln Town Car limousine or police applications.
The BBB Industries NEW ALTERNATOR line focuses on direct-fit electrical replacement parts for charging and starting repairs. This N8315 unit follows the OE-style configuration with a 6G series design, clockwise rotation, internal cooling fan, and included conventional pulley.
Key Features
- 135 amp output for factory-style charging performance
- 12-volt alternator with internal voltage regulator
- 6G series design with air cooling and internal fan
- Conventional pulley included, 6-groove serpentine belt type
- Clockwise rotation with negative polarity
- OE manufacturer reference: Ford
- Part number N8315 for catalog and cross-reference lookup
Detailed Product Description
BBB Industries N8315 is a replacement alternator engineered around Ford charging-system specifications. It uses a 6-groove serpentine pulley, a 2-3/8 inch (61 mm) outside pulley diameter, and a plug clock position of 10 to match the listed applications. The internal regulator and air-cooled, internally fan-cooled layout support stable electrical output in vehicles that rely on a factory-style alternator configuration. For buyers searching for a 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police alternator, a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis Police alternator, or a 2003-2005 Lincoln Town Car alternator, N8315 is the cataloged match.
This part cross-references 3W1U-10300-BB and 3W1Z-10346-BA for the same application. Use part number N8315 when verifying fitment against the vehicle’s original charging system and connector layout.
What This Alternator Helps Resolve
- Battery warning light caused by alternator output loss
- Low charging voltage during idle or driving
- Electrical system instability from a failing regulator
- Dim lights or accessory performance issues tied to weak charging
- Noise or belt-drive concerns from a worn alternator pulley assembly
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the vehicle’s original amperage rating, pulley groove count, connector orientation, and plug clock position before installation. This alternator is listed for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis Police, and 2003-2005 Lincoln Town Car limousine or police applications, so matching the original equipment configuration is important for proper fit and charging performance. Inspect the serpentine belt, battery condition, and charging cables during replacement to help avoid repeat electrical faults.
Quality Assurance
BBB Industries supplies this NEW ALTERNATOR as a cataloged replacement part built to OE-style specifications for the listed Ford applications. Part number N8315 is identified for direct lookup and fitment verification against the original charging system.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Lincoln | Town Car | 4.6L | V8 | N/A | Limousine or Police (Originally Equipped); 135 Amps; NEW ALTERNATOR |
| 2004 | Lincoln | Town Car | 4.6L | V8 | N/A | Limousine or Police (Originally Equipped); 135 Amps; NEW ALTERNATOR |
| 2003 | Ford | Crown Victoria | 4.6L | V8 | N/A | Police (Originally Equipped); 135 Amps; NEW ALTERNATOR |
| 2003 | Lincoln | Town Car | 4.6L | V8 | N/A | Limousine or Police (Originally Equipped); 135 Amps; NEW ALTERNATOR |
| 2003 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | 4.6L | V8 | N/A | Police (Originally Equipped); 135 Amps; NEW ALTERNATOR |
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