Editing Rebuild an alternator
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==Introduction== | ==Introduction== | ||
These days alternators are getting more and more costly (up to several hundred dollars depending on the application) while intermediate rebuild kits are very inexpensive and once you've done it, very simple to do. | These days alternators are getting more and more costly (up to several hundred dollars depending on the application) while intermediate rebuild kits are very inexpensive and once you've done it, very simple to do. | ||
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==Rebuild your alternator== | ==Rebuild your alternator== | ||
If you plan to rebuild your alternator, some easy steps to a DIY project are below. | If you plan to rebuild your alternator, some easy steps to a DIY project are below. | ||
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=== Removal and clean up === | === Removal and clean up === | ||
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*With a fine emery or crocus cloth, burnish the brush pickups or (slip rings) on the rotor assembly until smooth and shiny. Emery dust is conductive so clean up your work when done. | *With a fine emery or crocus cloth, burnish the brush pickups or (slip rings) on the rotor assembly until smooth and shiny. Emery dust is conductive so clean up your work when done. | ||
− | === Installation and inspection === | + | ''''''Bold text''''''=== Installation and inspection === |
* Install your new bearing, but before you do, get a SMALL sharp punch and carefully put a dimple in the race each 1/3 rd the way around. One may use a dab (small dab) of epoxy to accomplish locking the bearing race. This will prevent the race from spinning in the case. It will be a tiny bit harder to put the cases back together, you might have to tap the halves with a rubber mallet. | * Install your new bearing, but before you do, get a SMALL sharp punch and carefully put a dimple in the race each 1/3 rd the way around. One may use a dab (small dab) of epoxy to accomplish locking the bearing race. This will prevent the race from spinning in the case. It will be a tiny bit harder to put the cases back together, you might have to tap the halves with a rubber mallet. | ||
* Install the bushing (if applicable). Lubricate the bushing as required. | * Install the bushing (if applicable). Lubricate the bushing as required. |