electrical and ignition Big alternator changing bushings

[rjscott]

I had this rebuilt alternator installed over 10 years ago. No idea of the brand or specs. The bushings are shot-belt is slipping. Can I use standard bushings to replace?...Am I better off just getting another alternator?

 

Thanks in advance

[FB73tii]

Looks like a Bosch alternator with internal regulator. I just bought one similar (65 amp AL44X) for my car. You'll likely need two thin bushings and two thick ones. You can get either stock or polyurethane bushings at Bavarian Auto and other suppliers for $20 or less total. --Fred

 

(click to see more)	Alternator Bushing - Large - Urethane     need 2 per alternator
	Part # : 12 31 1 268 447	$ 4.95  ea.
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(click to see more)	Alternator Bushing - Small - Urethane - 2 needed per alternator
	Part # : 12 31 1 268 449	$ 4.95

Edited August 12, 2016 by FB73tii

[Mike Self]

Definitely get the urethane bushings--including the lower one.  I was replacing the OEM rubber bushings about every 4-5 years.They'd turn into black goo, cause the alternator to get cocked in relation to the other belt pulleys and thus cause the belt to squeal.  Then I stumbled on the urethane ones.  I installed 'em in both my '02s back in the 80s and they're still on the cars.  

 

cheers

mike

Edited August 12, 2016 by mike