Rebuild an alternator
(→Removal and Clean up: added distilled water step.) |
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== Disassembly == | == Disassembly == | ||
− | * | + | *Using a scribe mark the case halves so you can get them index properly when you re-assemble it. It can go 3 or 4 different ways. |
− | * | + | *Remove the through bolts so you can separate or halve the cases |
*Remove the brushes, brush holder/followers (depending on kit) | *Remove the brushes, brush holder/followers (depending on kit) | ||
− | *Remove the Bearing | + | *Remove the Rear Bearing, clean out the bearing cavity of any dirt or grease. |
*Remove the bush (depending on kit) | *Remove the bush (depending on kit) | ||
− | *Remove the regulator and install the new one. | + | *Remove the regulator and install the new one. Make sure that any grounds that may be used internally are clean shiny metal to assure good contact. |
− | *Remove the rectifier Diodes and install the new | + | *Remove the rectifier Diodes or diode assembly and install the new one(s). If you have to solder use good techniques, clean and shiny connections, using 60/40 lead/tin solder. If soldering the silicon diodes do not overheat the diodes, 7 seconds at soldering temps is a safe limit. Better yet use clips to sink the heat away from the diode body. |
*With a fine Emery or Crocus Cloth, Burnish the brush pickups or (Slip rings) on the rotor assembly until smooth and shiny. | *With a fine Emery or Crocus Cloth, Burnish the brush pickups or (Slip rings) on the rotor assembly until smooth and shiny. | ||