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[o0OWILKSO0o]

So I'm in the process of removing the engine in slow time. While the alternator is off, should I change/service anything. It's an mpi type like this:

http://www.minispare...lternators.aspx

[ACDodd]

You can check the brushes and slip rings for wear. Bearings can also wear. If the unit feels rough when you rotate the bearings also can be changed. If you do open the unit up, do not attempt to remove the stator from the front housing. It is press fitted and removal with DIY tools will wreck it.

Bearings are;

1 x 6003 RS
1 x 6303 RS


AC

[Ipod]

Now you mention about servicing an alternator, this happened to mine last year...big horrible screeching noise, then smoke

[ACDodd]

Quite a commom fault. Keep the old one the electronic pack is usual fully serviceable. New unit in this case.

AC

[Ipod]

Quite a commom fault. Keep the old one the electronic pack is usual fully serviceable. New unit in this case.

AC

too late, I had to get a new one that day, and was an exchange item
But i'll remember for next time,
bit gutted really as i think that was the origonal elecy charger thingymabob

[o0OWILKSO0o]

Cheers will have a play in the daylight.