WTH would cause this?

[bjtheman1]

Grind it off

I would but I don't have a grinder, or anything that could do that job

[Snatch Napkin]

11.8v sounds like a dead cell as well.


A hacksaw will get through that material pretty well.

Last edit: I get my alternators rebuilt for a fraction of the cost of a new one.

[bjtheman1]

Well fortunately my neighbor has everything so he let me borrow his grinder and I got it off. Got it installed and everything is running smooth. Voltage is back to normal as well

[91CoupeMike]

Just take the old casing and reuse it.

Remove the pulley, undue to screws holding the casing together. Swap the front peices.

Easy fix.

[91CoupeMike]

When that alternator goes out, and they see you grinded the case off they may bitch and not want to warranty the part for "mis-use". FYI.

Explain the situation the store manager when the time comes. Just be ready.

[SMEGMA STENCH]

just dont forget a belt tensioner or a crowbar