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 Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
#765893
11/17/06 05:07 PM
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Joined: Sep 2002
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The FSM calls first to discharge the AC and then remove the compressor to obtain access to the alternator. Does anyone know of a different path to obtain this access? Possibilities seem to include (1) removing the radiator, (2) removing the tie rod, (3) removing the fender shield. Input and suggestions from those who have done this would be much appreciated as my Raider is presently deadlined and I am scratching on what to do next. Thanks, Phil
1987 Raider 2.6L 5 spd w/ LSD off road package 130K miles
1987 Conquest 2.6L 5 spd w/ intercooler 56K miles
2000 4Runner locking RA 34k miles
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 Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: philCA]
#765894
11/17/06 05:55 PM
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Joined: Jan 2001
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I don't remember having to discharge the a/c. I think I got it loose (disconnect the battery - before removing the 10mm nut on the fat wire) and snaked it out the back and around the a/c. Had to move some wires and vac lines. At worst, you can unbolt the compressor and lay it aside and remove the a/c bracket, but I don't remember having to. Pulling the radiator should also give room.
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: fasteddy]
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11/17/06 05:59 PM
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Joined: Jan 2004
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Body Damage is Cool
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Definitely don't discharge the AC. If you have to remove the compressor, just do as Eddy recommended - lay it to the side.
Hell, I changed an engine without discharging the AC.
87 Montero, bought new, by me -
88/89 intercooled Starion Turbo engine-
with awesome audio.
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: dadrab]
#765896
11/22/06 05:40 AM
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Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 1,997
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What about dropping a skid plate? At least its not the starter <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/ignore.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: Chris_J]
#765897
11/22/06 03:59 PM
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Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 13,649
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I looked at Javy's when we were doing his head. It looks like there's plenty of room if you take the compressor loose (4 bolts, 1 wire) and lay it aside. The sway bar is in the way for a bottom drop. You could also take the fan out and go up the front. DON'T bang the radiator.
Given a choice, I'd go compressor removal.
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: fasteddy]
#765898
11/23/06 03:15 PM
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Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 1,063
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drop the skid plate and snake it out the bottom. you will have to move some of the lower vac lines but thats it.
88 Montero, 2'lift, 31X10.5, front locker.
"Because you're mine, I walk the line."
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: philCA]
#765899
08/08/10 04:56 PM
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Joined: Jul 2010
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I didnt have to remove any of that. I dropped the AC belt then loosened the alternator and snaked it through the bottom. It is a very tight fit between the steering rod and front axel but it comes out.
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: madtabula]
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08/08/10 05:49 PM
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Joined: Feb 2004
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Very timely advice! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Frank <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />
'89 [color:"white"]G-Raider[color:"white"] [color:"black"]Supercharged 3.0L, MegaSquirt 2, lockup A/T, 2.5" exhaust, 172k, Cibie H4s/Oscar SCs, Hella Micro DE fogs, Cobra CB, Superwinch hubs, LSD rear/Aussie Locker front, Bilsteins, Lifeline AGM, Rust-Oleum
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: FrankR]
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08/09/10 03:46 AM
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Re: Alternator Removal Path. 2.6L Raider with Air Conditioning
[Re: MontyMcV]
#765902
08/09/10 05:02 AM
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Joined: Dec 2008
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when i did mine, I dropped the skid plate and went out the front. I had to remove a line from the radiator, but that was it. my lower fan shroud is already off and i have a 2in BL, so not sure if that made it easier or not. I think it is going to be a little pain no matter which way you go, so just go to it <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
'88 Raider. 2.6L dead...2.4L swap in progress, AT, 33's, 2 bouncy seat,AC, CC, 2.25 exh, 2" Tbar, 2" BL, rear DB, rear LSD,4.90's, SW hubs,gen2 uca's, KYB shocks, snorkel, elec fan, MSD.
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'15 Subaru XV
'03 BMW i325
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