Clicking Sound
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Category: Repairs and Maintenance
Forum Name: Boat Maintenance
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Printed Date: November-17-2024 at 12:23pm
Topic: Clicking Sound
Posted By: td_in_nc
Subject: Clicking Sound
Date Posted: August-16-2014 at 7:20pm
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I tightened the alternator belt which appeared to be a little loose. After tightening the belt, to about 1/2" of movement when pressed with my thumb. When I took the boat out it was ticking like a clock at idle and the sound increased proportionately with the RPMs. I took the belt off and the alternator pulley had a little bit of play. The other pulleys moved smoothly with no free play. I put the belt on a littler more loose when I re-installed it. The tick sound is now barely audible. So I am thinking it is the alternator bearings, so should I get the alternator rebuilt or buy another one? Thanks Tom |
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Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: August-16-2014 at 8:42pm
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Get it rebuilt, probably just needs a bearing. You might even be able to do it yourself. Search the 'net, plenty of youtubes showing how to. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: August-16-2014 at 8:57pm
Install new bearings on the alternator if you have the capacity. Lots cheaper than having it done!! The bearings should cost around $5 each and you want to replace the complete alternator??  ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |