So I'm going to tighten the alternator.
The car is up on blocks and axle stands. The tray is off. The wheel arch liner is out. The back wheel is off.
My cracked rib (OK probably bruised) rib starts screaming so there the car stays until this morning.
I go under the car (not comfortable with the rib but it's improved a bit - enough for KH Friday? Dunno.)
There is an arm through which runs a slot. This slot has a bolt through it allowing the alternator to "swing". I figure undo big bolt, tighten smaller bolt at the end which will move the alternator. Then re-tighten bigger bolt. Right???
EXCEPT THE ARM IS CRACKED. All the way through. Needs replaced.
(Sobs quietly in frustration into cup of tea. 7 months this car was at SLS. You telling me the alternator doesn't come off to change an engine???)
Pete
Looks like my KH place may be up for grabs
Bloody car.
Bloody car.
'99 - '03 Titanium S1 111S.
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
Re: Bloody car.
I don't know how to post the actual picture but it is described as the Slotted Strap on page 4 Section EG in the service manual. The car is an S2.
'99 - '03 Titanium S1 111S.
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
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BiggestNizzy
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Re: Bloody car.
and breath...
nip along to arnold clark and see when they can get you a replacement.
or take a picture and I will see if we can work any magic on it.
nip along to arnold clark and see when they can get you a replacement.
or take a picture and I will see if we can work any magic on it.
Sent from my ZX SPECTRUM +2A
Re: Bloody car.
Not so good Pete.
You still have a couple of days before KH. I would phone Bell & Colvill and see how long the part would take to get to you. They are normally quick or have been with me. Its only an 1hr job as long as you have the part.
I keep away from parts departments up here as I have nothing but trouble, sometimes waiting more than a month.
All The Best
Alan
P.S Have asked a friend who brakes them if he has one, will let you know.
You still have a couple of days before KH. I would phone Bell & Colvill and see how long the part would take to get to you. They are normally quick or have been with me. Its only an 1hr job as long as you have the part.
I keep away from parts departments up here as I have nothing but trouble, sometimes waiting more than a month.
All The Best
Alan
P.S Have asked a friend who brakes them if he has one, will let you know.
"Chicks dig scars and I measure mine in feet"
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Caterham R500 - The grenade powered one.
Ford Fiesta Zetec \m/ - Get's me erse to work spec.
Caterham R500 - The grenade powered one.
Re: Bloody car.
That's the bar, crack is near where it bolts to the engine. Off to see Mr Clark.BiggestNizzy wrote:and breath...
nip along to arnold clark and see when they can get you a replacement.
or take a picture and I will see if we can work any magic on it.
'99 - '03 Titanium S1 111S.
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
Re: Bloody car.
Part ordered. Here tomorrow. Thanks...
'99 - '03 Titanium S1 111S.
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
'03 - '10 Starlight Black S2 111S
'11 - '17 S2 135R
'17 - '19 S2 Exige S+
'23 - ?? Evora
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Matelotman
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Re: Bloody car.
I've got a box of matches you can borrow??? - Sorry, hope this is the last of your woes 
Elise S1 B&C 140 - long time ago now
Re: Bloody car.
Oh the joys................ 
http://www.patersonpropertymaintenanceservices.co.uk/
I want to die like my grandfather in his sleep.............not like the passengers in his car!!
I want to die like my grandfather in his sleep.............not like the passengers in his car!!
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Victor Meldrew
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Re: Bloody car.
Been there... got the T shirt...Noops wrote:Oh the joys................
Well it moves... might as well make the most of it....
Re: Bloody car.
Victor Meldrew wrote:Been there... got the T shirt...Noops wrote:Oh the joys................
Vic, you must have some size of t shirt drawer
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Triumph Trident 660
Triumph Speed Triple 1200RX
Triumph Speed 400