alternator brushes

[hans]

hi all
got a 2002 defender 110 charging light stays on suspect the brushes sticking (after muddy weekend ) do i have to take the complete alternator out (plus radiator , intercooler ) or is it possible to just get to the back of it while its still on the truck
thanks every one

[djam1]

You don't need to remove the radiator.
Take the fan off remove the belt and oil line and pull it out
Easier than you think

[hans]

what size is that nut (not me) that's on the fan ass and is it a special tool and if it is where do i buy one
thanks

[Psimpson7]

Fan spanner is 36mm. It is normal thread. Ie Hit it left to undo.

I bought a falcon 32mm spanner and used a grinder to enlarge it

[djam1]

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[hans]

may need new alternator aust price $649 uk price $328 (cant believe the difference )
just wonder how long it would take to ship over to aus
would anybody have a idea
thanks

[Wolfman_TWP]

may need new alternator aust price $649 uk price $328 (cant believe the difference )
just wonder how long it would take to ship over to aus
would anybody have a idea
thanks
Depends on how it's shipped. If it's shipped via post it can take 4-8weeks. If it's shipped by courier (More expensive) you can have it here in 4-5 days.

Wolf

[landy]

Hans,

Have you removed the Alternator yet? If not you might want to check the fuses. My Alt light came on and the brake lights stopped working and I was advised that the fuse that feeds the brake lights also supplies the alternator. If it blows it wont allow the alternator to charge. All fixed for 10c. the problem was water in the brake light wire after a weekend away.

Cheers Nino.

[hans]

hi nino
yes have taken it out and sent to auto elec brushes have gone
very much incline to get a new alternator as this is the 3rd time this has happened
thank you for that idea one for the memory bank

[landy]

Hans,

No problem, I deal with paddocks in the UK and usually get my order in 5-10 days. Good prices but watch postage/freight.

Nino.