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Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-09-2017, 05:27 AM
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Posted By Stretch
Wow blast from the past!

Wow blast from the past!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-28-2011, 05:34 AM
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Posted By Stretch
You're very welcome - I hope it helps.

You're very welcome - I hope it helps.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-26-2011, 12:50 PM
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Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Check post #23

I've put the data in post #23 (and in post #6 in an attempt to make the information flow a bit better).
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-26-2011, 12:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Update - taking it apart

For those who feel lucky you might be able to get away with the following.

If the bearing that fits in the back casing is loose

If the stator is stuck fast in the back casing - and separates...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-26-2011, 11:58 AM
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Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
I took the alternator apart again today to get...

I took the alternator apart again today to get the bearing dimensions:-

Back bearing (not the pulley end) OD = 32mm, ID =12mm and thickness =10mm

Front bearing (pulley end) OD =47mm, ID = 17mm...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-26-2011, 11:55 AM
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Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
That's a shame - they must have farmed out the IT...

That's a shame - they must have farmed out the IT department to the useless...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 01:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Nice link - thanks - boy oh boy is that...

Nice link - thanks - boy oh boy is that alternator buried in there...

I didn't measure the bearings - stupid eh? I'm not really on the ball at the moment. If I get the time I'll whip it apart and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 10:13 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Sorry - I meant brushes... doh. Thanks I'll...

Sorry - I meant brushes... doh.

Thanks I'll fix that.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 09:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Thanks for the electrical test information - boy...

Thanks for the electrical test information - boy oh boy do I need to find a paper FSM. The CD version is good but not that good.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Final comments

With the exception of the problems I had following the instructions of the electrical testing, I found this to be a very straightforward job.

However, I'm not happy with the standard of finish on...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Assembly (3)

You can now fit the alternator brush assembly...

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/attachment.php?attachmentid=89887&stc=1&d=1298542250

...and the fan, the thin spacer, the pulley, the thick...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:39 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Assembly (2)

You can now fit the other half of the outer casing in position, however, you first need to get the correct orientation. On my alternator, the large hole for the brush assembly on the back cover was...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:39 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Assembly (1)

Here's a picture of all of the bits ready to go back together.

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/attachment.php?attachmentid=89878&stc=1&d=1298541725

You can see that I could only find the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Cleaning and finishing

I thought my armature was pretty rusty so I went at it with a flap sanding wheel (bought at great expense).

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/attachment.php?attachmentid=89876&stc=1&d=1298541589...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Assessing condition

Look for any obvious damage such as evidence that the rotor has been dragging on the stator. Check out the bearings at both ends of the rotor. Make sure that they spin freely. If they don't you'll...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:37 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Electrical testing

For this you'll need a multimeter that can measure resistance.
I followed the advice in this link (http://ezinearticles.com/?Mercedes-Benz-Alternator-Parts-Replacement&id=345576) under the section...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:37 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Taking it apart (3)

Take your time splitting the casing once you've removed the screws. If you need to pry the casing apart please be careful with how you use your screw drivers! Start by taking off the casing at the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Taking it apart (2)

Once you've removed all of the parts off of the pulley shaft, I recommend removing the adjusting mount assembly. Unscrew the V belt tension adjusting captive nut...
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Taking it apart (1)

Once you've got the alternator off of the engine – which I understand some people find difficult – the chances are you'll have found out that some bolts and nuts are not meant to move! If you are...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2011, 04:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 24,290
Posted By Stretch
Refreshing the alternator on an OM617

Having recently written a DIY for a starter motor I thought I'd post the following for an alternator. I'd like to point out that much like a starter motor, these units can be refreshed / rebuilt /...
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