98-00 Radiator,alternator,tensioner,power steering pump replacement
09-23-20, 06:32 PM
#31
It's not a good idea to cover the alternator w/ insulator tape like that as thermal dissipation may become an issue. If you really want to isolate the alternator from the ps steering pump then instead of making a cover out of the plastic bleach bottle, you should fabricate one out of thin aluminum sheet but do need to leave some air gap for it to disparate heat. It gets really hot in there.
09-23-20, 06:36 PM
#32
Racer
Thread Starter
Yeah,Ive been thinking of that too.There is an airgap but not on the back.I also saw a guy do it with what looked like aluminum tape on an earlier model.That bottle was a pain to cut to fit,made a pattern,yada yada yada.The tape is the self sticky kind that sticks to itself.
I'll get under there with the camera tomorrow and see if some kind of shield completely off and above the alternator can protect it.I dont want any loose metal around that power bolt.Ive seen an alternator fire (Thanks Carquest and your china crap) Dont want that again.
I'll get under there with the camera tomorrow and see if some kind of shield completely off and above the alternator can protect it.I dont want any loose metal around that power bolt.Ive seen an alternator fire (Thanks Carquest and your china crap) Dont want that again.
Last edited by spuds; 09-23-20 at 07:29 PM.
09-23-20, 06:43 PM
#33
Racer
Thread Starter
If anybody has done this successfully I would love to see the pics.Or web pics if you know of any,I only found a couple.
Im thinking maybe a coffee can tent with mounts to the mounting bolts to raise it well off? Something along coffee can,I like it is a nice curve and maybe close to alt size?
Im thinking maybe a coffee can tent with mounts to the mounting bolts to raise it well off? Something along coffee can,I like it is a nice curve and maybe close to alt size?
Last edited by spuds; 09-23-20 at 07:53 PM.
09-23-20, 07:57 PM
#34
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If anybody has done this successfully I would love to see the pics.Or web pics if you know of any,I only found a couple.
Im thinking maybe a coffee can tent with mounts to the mounting bolts to raise it well off? Something along coffee can,I like it was a nice curve and maybe close to alt size?
Im thinking maybe a coffee can tent with mounts to the mounting bolts to raise it well off? Something along coffee can,I like it was a nice curve and maybe close to alt size?
Once the job is complete double check the ACV and the hose between the pump and reservoir periodically. You should be good to go
Here's a link just in case- https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...ut-bottle.html
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09-23-20, 08:05 PM
#35
Basically, you just need to make a half-moon or 3/4 moon shield out of thin sheet metal to prevent the ps fluid from leaking into the alternator so it's simple & it doesn't have to be perfect. If you're handy, you can cut the sheet to have ears then drill holes into it to take advantage of the alternator's mounting points or some mountings nearby. HD & Lowes have the thin metal sheet. When you fabricate it, pay attention & stay clear of the alternator's 12V bolt & hot wires so just in case it moves due to vibration, it won't touch & cut into the power bolt & hot wires, respectively.
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09-23-20, 08:09 PM
#36
Racer
Thread Starter
Thanks for the link.Being a 430 alt added another ear to deal with,that didnt help,LOL.
Can anything else leak oil onto it,IE,valve cover or such?Yes PS is OE.Im thinking long term,like I dont want to be gone and wife at 80 years old,alone,facing that repair.
Can anything else leak oil onto it,IE,valve cover or such?Yes PS is OE.Im thinking long term,like I dont want to be gone and wife at 80 years old,alone,facing that repair.
09-23-20, 08:12 PM
#37
Racer
Thread Starter
Basically, you just need to make a half-moon or 3/4 moon shield out of thin sheet metal to prevent the ps fluid from leaking into the alternator so it's simple & it doesn't have to be perfect. If you're handy, you can cut the sheet to have ears then drill holes into it to take advantage of the alternator's mounting points or some mountings nearby. HD & Lowes have the thin metal sheet. When you fabricate it, pay attention & stay clear of the alternator's 12V bolt & hot wires so just in case it moves due to vibration, it won't touch & cut into the power bolt & hot wires, respectively.
09-23-20, 08:15 PM
#38
Racer
Thread Starter
I sure appreciate your replies folks.2 heads are better than one,3 heads that much better.Really helps to have someone to brainstorm ideas with.
Thank You.
You know bradland,maybe I should just do the ACV delete.Does it really make much difference,also is it affected by freezing weather,anybody want to chime in on that and the drivability aspect? Certainly would eliminate a failure point.
Thank You.
You know bradland,maybe I should just do the ACV delete.Does it really make much difference,also is it affected by freezing weather,anybody want to chime in on that and the drivability aspect? Certainly would eliminate a failure point.
Last edited by spuds; 09-23-20 at 08:21 PM.
09-23-20, 08:20 PM
#39
There's a sizable gap between the ps pump & the alternator so fab the shield so that it'll sit in the middle of the two. Do not wrap/enclose the alternator w/ the shield as it needs air flow for thermal dissipation.
09-23-20, 08:23 PM
#40
Racer
Thread Starter
Exactly,tent it as far as possible off the alt would be the right move. Any other place it can be leaked into,ie,valve covers or ??
09-23-20, 08:27 PM
#41
If possible, take advantage of the alternator's mounting points or mountings nearby. Do not drill & tap any holes in the alternator or the car's chassis to mount the shield.
09-23-20, 08:29 PM
#42
Racer
Thread Starter
09-23-20, 08:34 PM
#43
If you're not sure how to go about fabricating the shield, I strongly recommend you to leave it alone. Just keep an eye on the ps reservoir/pump on a regular basis & that'll be sufficient.
09-23-20, 08:43 PM
#44
PS fluid is non-conductive so a drop or two of fluid into the alternator every now & then is fine as it won't cause it to short out & kill it. On the other hand, a sizable leak of fluid along w/ the crud & grime into the alternator will eventually cause the bearings to seize up & stop working.
09-23-20, 08:43 PM
#45
Racer
Thread Starter
Funny this topic came up,I had to make a top shield and a gas control cover for my hot water heater that sits in an open back porch area.A square Planters peanut jar fits like a glove over the control valve. Its doable.Just need a design that works.I have no doubt I can do it
And if I cant only out a couple days time,time I have plenty of.I'll run this past you all as I come up with ideas and see what you think.I think this can be done right.
Last edited by spuds; 09-23-20 at 08:57 PM.