2N front end hitting alternator

[Uh Oh]

IS there a cure for this? every time my front end pivots to the one side it hits my alternator and causes all kinds of problems. how do i fix this? thanks!!!

 

[Dunk]

Dayum GOOD question, with very few details.

Most of us love pictures.

If you were complaining about yer distributor cap I would blame it on the front pivot pin, and bushing.

But since you are blaming it on yer alternator, I would say it is because of yer alternator mounting brackets.

 

[Jay2NSC]

Mine does the same thing.(1942-2N)I'm thinking its like Dunk says,"front pivot pin and bushing." More than likely worn out and needs replacing.Knock on wood,i haven't lost any distributor caps yet.Its on my to-do list right after brakes.(grin) hth,Jay2NSC

 

[Jerry/MT]

I had a similar problem on my Ferguson TO-30. I bought a 2 inch shorter the drive belt which moved the alternator closer to the block and I eliminated the problem.

 

[jon]

I bought a 2 inch shorter drive belt which moved the alternator closer to the block and I eliminated the problem.

Mine started hitting after the belt got some wear on it too. Thats the only fix I could see.

 

[duey]

Put the shortest belt that will still fit... that should be step ONE... if that isn't enough then have a look at the axle pivot pin and bushing...

Lots of posts about that pin..

duey