alternator issues

[pattypape]

John,

Start digging and remove bolts and other parts until the Alternator
is free to remove. have the alternator checked at a shop, inspect
all belts and pulleys, This is a necessary maintenance issue, do it
now or on the side of the road.

Bill 88 FC Michigan

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "bubblerboy64"
wrote:
>
> The alternator is generating some rattling noises which I am
assuming
> are from bearings. My questions are two. Is this something that
needs
> immediate attention? Two, are these alternators an over the counter
> item at the local NAPA store or can I expect problems locating and
> finding? This is for the 3208NA engine. I am tempted to tackle
this
> myself. I don't have a swing out radiator but it would appear to
me
> that I can reach in from either behind or over top the radiator and
get
> to this. But before I started I thought perhaps I would ask for
any
> information relative to what I might encounter. If I would have to
pull
> the radiator I likely would pass on the project. I know the belts
are
> involved but it would appear that there is room to work. I realize
its
> a little difficult not being able to look at my exact situation but
any
> info would be appreciated. Even if its a don't do it.
> John Heckman
> central Pa
> 1973 FC converted to diesel.
>