WAI 8173N Alternator

Alternator for 1993-1996 Chevrolet Corvette

Restore charging performance with this WAI alternator, part number 8173N, built for select Chevrolet Corvette applications from 1993 through 1996. It is a 100% new unit with a 140 amp rating, internal regulator, and included pulley for direct replacement service.

Key Features

• 140 amp output for modern electrical loads
• 100% new, not remanufactured
• Internal voltage regulator
• External fan design
• Clockwise (right) rotation
• 6-groove pulley for serpentine belt systems
• Delco family alternator design
• Pulley included

Product Details

WAI engineers this alternator to deliver the amperage needed for today’s vehicle electrical demands while using proprietary components and manufacturing processes aimed at long service life and consistent performance. The 8173N is a Delco-family alternator with a serpentine pulley setup, external fan, and internal regulator, making it a direct-fit electrical replacement for the specified Corvette applications. This part cross-references BBB Industries 8173-2 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Low charging voltage
• Battery warning light concerns
• Dim lights or unstable electrical output
• Alternator noise or charging failure
• Electrical load issues in a 1993-1996 Chevrolet Corvette

Installation Notes

Verify pulley groove count, belt type, rotation direction, and regulator style before installation. This alternator is listed for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette, and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette with 1 threaded hole on back of alternator. Confirm vehicle-specific mounting and connector details against the original unit before replacement.

Quality Assurance

WAI states that this alternator is manufactured as a new unit using proprietary components and processes to support long-term durability and performance.