On Feb 10, 4:25=A0pm, "-->> T.G. Lambach <<--" <"T.G. Lambach at
NoHamorSpamcomcast.net"> wrote:
> Randall, can you put a probe through the empty hole to confirm a missing
> bolt vs. one that broke off?
>
> A missing bolt is easy - just match its mate.
>
> If the bolt's stud remains then a pivot point remains and, though not
> specification, works - as you see. To remove a broken stud is a task
> with no guaranty of success - remove the alternator and struggle to
> remove the dead stud. And what if you shear it off - then the pivot is
> gone so the bolt must be replaced by drilling it out and substituting a
> bolt, nut and lock washer. Not much space to work there.
>
> You know about sleeping dogs......
> --
>
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> permission.
Yes, probably better left alone. I'll just test it to see if there's
anything in the hole, and if so, leave it alone. I gather that it is
not critical to the function of the alternator, which comes as a
surprise.
Thanks again.
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