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> The other test I ran was to push on the brush while the car was running to 
> check for sparks on the commutator.  There was no spark.
> 
> My question is, do you think there is a good chance I just need to replace 
> the brushes?  Or should I go ahead an buy another generator?

The brushes should be replaced if they are worn so short that they no longer 
protrude above the upper edge of the sleeve that they slide in. If they stick 
up above that sleeve, they are okay.

If you decide to replace the generator I recommend that you look for a genuine 
Bosch rebuild.

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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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