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Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-12-2006, 02:50 PM

Replies: 25

Battery or alternator problem?

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Posted By vstech

I agree that when used improperly or aggressively...

I agree that when used improperly or aggressively that bolt combo really can wreak havoc on parts. but what usually causes it's demise is misuse. properly lubed and not over tightened. the thing...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-12-2006, 02:37 PM

Replies: 25

Battery or alternator problem?

Views: 3,737

Posted By vstech

they are 17 MM and they are all on the back of...

they are 17 MM and they are all on the back of the alternator. one is right up against the block of the motor, one is outboard of the alt. on the bottom. and the third is on the stamped bracket that...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-12-2006, 01:58 PM

Replies: 25

Battery or alternator problem?

Views: 3,737

Posted By vstech

it is nothing like WD-40, it works! wallyworld,...

it is nothing like WD-40, it works! wallyworld, any parts supplier, everywhere. look for the white and yellow can with what looks like old time newspaper ads all over it. big letters PB Blaster on...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-12-2006, 01:34 PM

Replies: 25

Battery or alternator problem?

Views: 3,737

Posted By vstech

just about. CCW will loosen the bolt... and...

just about.
CCW will loosen the bolt... and the alt.
yes 10:00 pos is the bolt, fitted into the alt frame bracket... USE PB BLASTER!!!
otherwise you will be stuck with a broken adjuster, or...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-12-2006, 12:50 PM

Replies: 25

Battery or alternator problem?

Views: 3,737

Posted By vstech

in addition to this test, if you can rotate the...

in addition to this test, if you can rotate the pully by hand, more than likely the belt has been slipping for a while, and the belt will be so polished, that no amount of tightening will suffice. ya...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-12-2006, 10:17 AM

Replies: 25

Battery or alternator problem?

Views: 3,737

Posted By vstech

Sorry, I gotta disagree. while it is certainly...

Sorry, I gotta disagree.
while it is certainly a poorly designed part, it does make it simple to tighten the belt.
FIRST!!! Get some PB blaster, and gently spray some into the end of the nut, and...

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