Problem after problem! :/

[Kdouglas89]

So, I just recently bought a mostly stock 99 gsx. I knew DSM's always had issues, but when will it end?!

I have been replacing parts after parts to keep this car maintained, and running well. Thermostat, Rad cap, plugs, wires, ordering new injectors. Now I just had to buy a new Alternator because mine has been failing on me.

I am decently inclined at working on cars, but I am nowhere near awesome. I can generally figure it out if I mess with it for a bit, But idk if I can figure out how to get the pully for the alt off!

Well, my rant ends here haha. Any input would be greatly appreciated!

Edit : Btw, I have been getting all my information from this forum, and you guys are awesome! /Search is your best friend.

 

[Jdabishop]

With most vehicles it has a tensioner. So remove the bolts from bracket and such and the tensioner and lift up on the alternator and then you should be able to get the belt off no problem.

 

[SrKegler]

You don't need to remove the alternator pulley. New one comes with the alternator.

 

[Jdabishop]

^ I thought he asked how to remove the alternator not the pulley. As he says why would you want to remove the pulley?

 

[SICK SOCIETY DSM90]

Ya just remove the bolts and the alternator will loosen up belt put new one on and put bolts back in till your belt is snug but not supper tight.

 

[hotrodssnova]

The pulley comes with the alternator. Disconnect the battery, pull the bad unit, replace in reverse order, hook up battery....simple.
If you bought an alternator without a pulley, you sir, are cheaper then 90% of us here. If you are going the under drive direction, stop now, our cars have the worst electrical system to under drive. Just my .02.

 

[Kdouglas89]

^ I thought he asked how to remove the alternator not the pulley. As he says why would you want to remove the pulley?

I didnt realize the alt came with the pulley till just now haha. I have never done an alt before, nor really looked at one, so this is gonna be an interesting experience I guess. Browsed the forum, and followed someones guide. Doesn't look all that difficult.

 

[SICK SOCIETY DSM90]

and don't pull the pully off because most stores will not take it as a core if its missing parts off it.