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Can I replace the bearings in an alternator?

Can I replace the bearings in an alternator?

Replacing a pulley bearing on 90 percent of alternators is a fairly benign task, the hardest part typically being the removal of the alternator. Some vehicles feature the alternator on top of the engine, and hence relatively easy to remove.

Where are alternator bearings located?

Normally the alternator requires two deep groove ball bearings mounted on the rotor shaft. The bearings mounted on the drive end (pulley side) locate the rotor. Usually, these would be SKF sizes 6303, 6302 or 6203.

What kind of alternator bearings do I Need?

Alternator Kit; Brushes Bearings 2003-2006 Durango Ram 3.7L 4.7L with 132 Amp Bosch (0124525002, 6004ML0000, 6004ML0005) – 13916RK Alternator Kit; Brushes Bearings 1999-2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee L6 4.0L (with Bosch 6004ML0001) – 13777RK

Is there an alternator rebuild kit for Mercedes?

Alternator Rebuild Kit 1992-1993 Mercedes 300SE/400SE/400SEL/500SEC/500SEL with Bosch 120 Amp Alternator Alternator Rebuild Kit – Voltage Regulator, Brushes & Bearings Dodge/Freightliner Sprinter Van only with Bosch 115 – 120 Amp 0123510082 or 0123510107 Alternators

Is there an alternator rebuild kit for a Passat?

Alternator Rebuild Kit 1996-1997 Volkswagen Passat L4 1.9L Diesel with Bosch 120 Amp Alternator, Regulator, Brushes, Bearings – 13833RK Alternator Rebuild Kit 2004-2005 Toyota Rav4 A/T Voltage Regulator, Brushes & Bearings with Denso 100 Amp Alternator – 11088RK

How to install a high amperage alternator kit?

• Slide the rubber boot and/or a piece of the smaller sized heat shrink onto the wire found in the kit. The boot will need to have the small opening trimmed off in order to slide back over the heat shrink and ring terminal after installation. • Strip about ½” of insulation from the large gauge wire from the kit.

Alternator Kit; Brushes Bearings 2003-2006 Durango Ram 3.7L 4.7L with 132 Amp Bosch (0124525002, 6004ML0000, 6004ML0005) – 13916RK Alternator Kit; Brushes Bearings 1999-2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee L6 4.0L (with Bosch 6004ML0001) – 13777RK

Alternator Rebuild Kit 1992-1993 Mercedes 300SE/400SE/400SEL/500SEC/500SEL with Bosch 120 Amp Alternator Alternator Rebuild Kit – Voltage Regulator, Brushes & Bearings Dodge/Freightliner Sprinter Van only with Bosch 115 – 120 Amp 0123510082 or 0123510107 Alternators

What causes an alternator to go over base voltage?

If you are getting more than 2 volts above base voltage, most likely your alternator is over-charging the battery or the battery is faulty. Other potential problems are a faulty voltage regulator or a problem in the charging system wiring.

What should be included in an alternator starter rebuild kit?

Many component part products are 100 percent ROHS compliant and used in OEM and OES production. Alternator Starter Rebuild Kits can Include Brushes, Bearing, Rectifier, Bearings, Solenoids or any common fail component for your project.

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Ruth Doyle