MPA Electrical 8242605 Alternator

Remanufactured Alternator for Camaro and Firebird

MPA Electrical Part Number 8242605 is a remanufactured 12-volt alternator built for charging-system service on select Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications. It delivers 102 amps with an internal regulator and internal fan for OE-style electrical output and cooling.

This alternator uses a Delco manufacturer design with a 6-groove serpentine pulley, clockwise rotation, and a 5:00 clock position. It is a direct replacement choice for drivers searching for a remanufactured alternator for 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro or 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird charging system repair.

Key Features

• Remanufactured MPA Electrical alternator, Part Number 8242605
• 102 amp output for 12-volt charging systems
• Internal regulator for integrated voltage control
• Internal fan for alternator cooling
• 6-groove serpentine pulley
• Clockwise rotation with 5:00 clock position
• Delco manufacturer design

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 8242605 is a remanufactured alternator engineered around the Delco-style OE configuration used in late-1990s and early-2000s GM performance cars. The 102 amp rating supports stable charging output for the vehicle electrical system, while the internal regulator helps manage voltage directly at the unit. The 6-groove serpentine pulley and clockwise rotation match the specified accessory drive layout for the listed applications.

Compatible With 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird, this alternator is a practical replacement for charging-system service where the original unit has worn brushes, failed bearings, weak output, or inconsistent voltage regulation. Part number 8242605 is also referenced by BBB Industries 8242-5 for the same application.

What This Alternator Helps Address

• Low battery charging caused by alternator output loss
• Battery warning light or charging-system warning concerns
• Dim lights or electrical instability at idle and under load
• Noise from a worn alternator bearing or internal wear
• Voltage regulation problems affecting vehicle electronics

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify pulley groove count, rotation, clock position, and electrical connector match before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses the listed Delco-style 12-volt charging setup and compare the original unit to MPA Electrical 8242605 before removal. After installation, check charging voltage at idle and with accessories operating to confirm proper system performance.

Quality Assurance

This remanufactured alternator is built to replace the specified OE-style charging unit for the listed Camaro and Firebird applications. It is intended for direct-fit service where the original Delco-based alternator configuration is required.