Serpentine belt snapped last nite!
03-03-05, 01:47 PM
#16
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Originally Posted by got_trd
I doubt its the alternator man... If so this would be the first time i've heard of a 1JZ alternator locking up. But if you really want to replace it try mvpmotorsports.com Its pretty pricey for an alternator imo.
can't we just get 2J alternators?? they bolt right on don't they?
03-03-05, 03:31 PM
#17
Originally Posted by kaotiq
^^^
After some research and discussions with my mechanic, we narrowed it down to the AC compressor and alternator. My guess is the alternator because it was the one that came from my front clip. I think it was about time that it saw its wear and tear come to an end; although, it could be my AC compressor since all the lines are still exposed to the air right now. Doubt it.
QUESTION FOR CL: Does anyone have a High Amp Output Alternator? The ones that put out more than stock 100 amps? Any suggestions on the best places to find these high amp alternators?
After some research and discussions with my mechanic, we narrowed it down to the AC compressor and alternator. My guess is the alternator because it was the one that came from my front clip. I think it was about time that it saw its wear and tear come to an end; although, it could be my AC compressor since all the lines are still exposed to the air right now. Doubt it.
QUESTION FOR CL: Does anyone have a High Amp Output Alternator? The ones that put out more than stock 100 amps? Any suggestions on the best places to find these high amp alternators?
Yes, pm me.
03-04-05, 01:46 PM
#20
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Originally Posted by SPORTcoupe
JP sells the high-output alternators for somewhere in the ballpark of $500.
~Alan
~Alan
03-05-05, 12:56 PM
#21
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Originally Posted by kaotiq
can't we just get 2J alternators?? they bolt right on don't they?
I believe they do but you have to switch the wires around on the connector
03-10-05, 01:33 PM
#22
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going to install a new serpentine belt today to see if the alternator is truly broken or if the AC compressor pulley is seized. Funny thing. I tried spinning all pullies again only to find the alternator pulley being the hardest to spin.... not as freely.
03-14-05, 06:37 AM
#24
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Originally Posted by got_trd
so how'd it turn out?
didn't have to install a new belt. I compared the pulley free spin to a new alternator's pulley and it looks like the bearing on the alternator that is in my car right now is slowly seizing up. SO, as a result, I just ordered a new alternator from http://www.starteralternator.com/
I'm going to have the car towed to my mechanic to have them install the alternator. I think it needs some rewiring.
03-18-05, 07:23 AM
#25
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Ok so I had my car flatbedded over to my shop. We look at my current alternator on the car. We spin the pulley and it turns fine, but it makes a squeeking sound when it spins.
BTW: AAA is not great with towing lowered cars with body kits. They sent a stupid 20 yr old kid to tow my car!
BTW: AAA is not great with towing lowered cars with body kits. They sent a stupid 20 yr old kid to tow my car!
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