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Subject:Re: warning regarding GoWesty alternator bracket kit
From:Alistair Bell
Date:Thu, 14 Jun 2012 07:02:02 -0700

Now I recall the name of the book, Bentley!

and its 25 Nm, not 28

:)

alistair

John,

I seem to recall that there is some sort of book or manual that has information about this, can't quite recall the name of it, something like Buntley, Bendy, Brimley?

28Nm/ 18 ft lbs

:)

alistair

On 2012-06-14, at 6:00 AM, JRodgers wrote:

> Is there a specified or a standard torque value for the bolt?
> 
> John Rodgers
> 
> On 6/13/2012 11:42 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote:
>> It is very important for that lower alternator bolt to be properly
>> tightened. If you can adjust the belt without loosening it, it is probably
>> too loose. Give up the carriage bolt and use a P.C. 10.9 bolt, nut and
>> washer. Yes washers also come in differing grades. As for the bracket studs,
>> the nuts should match the grade of the stud.
>> 
>> Dennis