alternator for 89PT40

[Don Bradner]

I remember them as being very difficult, but eventually done. One of my first
projects early last year, so I don't recall specifics of doing anything except
patience/finesse as Mike says.

Don Bradner
90 PT40 "Blue Thunder"
Eureka, CA

On 3/18/2008 at 5:06 PM mbulriss wrote:

>Gus,
>
>I know it's real tight back there, but I really wouldn't think it is
>so tight that you need to remove the bumper and frame end cap. I just
>had to be patient and 'finesse' them a little until they slipped on
>by. If needed, some real soapy water and a long dowel or blunt
>screwdriver might help sliding them around the front of the pulley and
>through the tight space in front of the pulley. Perhaps a hand above
>holding them steady while you attack them from below might help also?
>
>Mike Bulriss
>1991 WB40 "Texas Minivan"
>San Antonio, TX
>
>--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Gus Rodriguez
>wrote:
>>
>> Thanks to everyone for the information provided. I removed both
>alternators today. It was not that bad. While I was down there I
>decided to clean all points of contact as Mike sugested, including the
>starter. I had them tested at the alternator shop and was told that
>one was producing 50 amps and the other one was producing 60 amps. I
>decided to replace them both with new ones by Leece-Neville 110-555JHO
>160 amps. Everything was going well. I was even ahead of schedule
>untill I tried to remove the belts off the engine pulley in the back.
> I can't for the life of me squeeze them through the small gap between
>the pulley and a plate. I can't see down there but I can feel a small
>gap with my fingers. It's just not big enough to slip the belts through.
>>
>> Does anyone know how you are suppose to remove the belts?? It
>appears that I have to remove the back bumper and the back plate
>that's attached to the frame. Then I will be able to see the pulley on
>the engine. I'm hoping there's another way. I would really like to
>put new belts back there. Suggestions appreciated.
>>
>> Gus 89 PT40 8v92t
>> Houston, Tx
>> Donald Spithaler wrote:
>> I was told by an alternator shop to never jump start an
>engine if both
>> banks of batteries are discharged. He said to charge the batteries
>> before trying to start. He said it will ruin the alternator to run it
>> if the batteries are drained. I replaced my alternator 2 years ago.
>> Don Spithaler
>> 89 SP 36'
>> Butler, PA In Zephyrhills till April 1
>>
>> On Sat, Mar 15, 2008 at 12:59 PM, Leroy Eckert wrote:
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > I am not an alternator guru by any account. I do read all of my BB
>material.
>> > There are several warnings associated with different equipment that
>> > specifically states to disconnect the battery pack before
>maintenance to
>> > prevent alternator damage. One that comes to mind is the Webasto.
>I shut of
>> > the master battery switch in the engine bay then disconnect the
>main battery
>> > ground before doing anything except verifying power. I was taught to
>> > disconnect the ground first at all times. Then reverse the procedure.
>> > Perhaps operator error has something to do with premature failure
>also.
>> >
>> >
>> > Leroy Eckert
>> > 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors
>> > Dahlonega, GA
>> > Royale Converson
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Gregory OConnor wrote:
>> >
>> >
>> > Alternators should not go out as often as they do on Wanderlodge
>> > busses. In search of the root cause of this common posted failure,
>> > forum member JoeW brought up the theory that a big bank of low
>> > charged batteries may tax the alts, heat the alts up and cause early
>> > demise?????
>> >
>> > JayDarst runs the alts to power realtime inverter run 110v ac while
>> > driving which should disprove the heat theory but Jay installed non
>> > oem spec alts. His upgrade may be the ticket
>> >
>> > I always wondered if 'shore charging' caused any heat or effect to
>> > the alts. or are they diode protected??
>> >
>> > I would like to learn the reason why alts go so quick prior to
>> > paying the tuition of alt replacement. JoeW turned me onto a site
>> > that has great tech documentation on batteries and charging.
>> > Understanding the complex system of voltage production and
>> > maintenance in the bus may not be necessary to ownership but should
>> > help avoid costly mistakes and prove clues to upcomming need.
>> >
>> > below is the link
>> >
>> > http://www.amplepower.com/technical_docu...index.html
>> >
>> > GregoryO'Connor
>> > 94ptRomolandCa
>> >
>> > --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Gus Rodriguez"
>> > wrote:
>> > >
>> > > Hello everyone. Can I get some advice on the replacement of an
>> > > alternator for an 89PT40 8V92T. Should I replace it with the same
>> > > (150amp) or go with 160amp high output that is said to work well
>> > at low
>> > > power settings? Any information is appreciated.
>> > >
>> > > Thank you
>> > >
>> > > Gus 89PT40 8V92T
>> > > Houston, Texas
>> > >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
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