MPA Electrical 14185 Alternator

Remanufactured Alternator for Nissan 810 and 280ZX

MPA Electrical Part Number 14185 is a remanufactured 12-volt alternator built for OE fit, form, and function. It is engineered for Nissan 810 and Nissan 280ZX applications from the late 1970s and early 1980s, with the specifications needed for a direct replacement charging system component.

Key Features

• Remanufactured alternator for electrical charging system service
• 12.0-volt unit with 60.0 amp output rating
• Internal regulator for simplified charging control
• External fan design
• Clockwise rotation
• Pulley included with 1-groove V-belt configuration
• Mitsubishi family alternator design
• Rear view main mounting ear at 6 o’clock plug clock position

Product Details

MPA Electrical 14185 is a remanufactured alternator for classic Nissan charging systems that require a Mitsubishi-family design. It is built to match OE fit, form, and function while using remanufacturing and testing processes intended to verify electrical performance before installation. This alternator is specified for 1978-1981 Nissan 810 and 1979-1980 Nissan 280ZX applications, making it a focused replacement choice for owners servicing original-style V-belt charging setups. The part number 14185 is also useful when cross-checking replacement listings for the same application.

This part cross-references A3T30977 and 23100-P3004 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1978-1981 Nissan 810, N/A.
• Fits 1979-1980 Nissan 280ZX, N/A.

Common Uses

• Restores charging output when the battery is not staying charged
• Addresses dim lights or electrical draw caused by alternator wear
• Replaces a noisy, failing, or inconsistent original alternator
• Supports proper system voltage in classic Nissan 810 and 280ZX models
• Helps correct belt-driven charging issues on V-belt applications

Installation Notes

Verify pulley style, belt type, rotation direction, plug clock position, and mounting ear orientation before installation. This alternator uses an internal regulator and a V-belt pulley with one groove, so the existing charging system and belt drive should match those specifications. Confirm the vehicle’s original connector and mounting layout against the part number 14185 before final fitment.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured alternators are processed to OE-style standards and tested to confirm proper operation before release. The remanufacturing approach is intended to provide a dependable replacement for original charging system service on Nissan 810 and Nissan 280ZX vehicles.