VeloceMitch

I agree that more photos do help, but talking to the guys is still the best bet. I've just ordered a recon alternator from Alfaholics, I spoke to them direct and from the conversation we figured out exactly which of the multiple choice of alternators mine was and hopefully I will have one which is a direct replacement and won't leave me stuck for a cable or a spacer or something... mind you time will tell.

I do think having a priced up parts list on line is important though, one of the big four in the UK doesn't do this and I find myself rarely buying anything from them for that reason alone.