You could call an alt shop and see if they know what we are talking about. The guy I know has been doing this for quite a few years and has learned a lot of "tricks" on how to do things. I am sure everyone is not as knowledgeable as he is. Try a Delco alt along with the Energizer battery (Wal Mart) as described above, and see what kind of luck you have. Be sure the alt has a lifetime warrantee.