winchell182
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There is a noticable noise now and it pretty much sounds like its near the alternator. The sound is almost like 2 parts hitting each other, ratchet/clunking type sound. Belt squeals alittle when first started but thats it. Also my belt has an obvious wear pattern to it. Only 2/3 of the belt look worn. about 1/3 of the belt looks "darker"( less worn).
I have no other common issues with alternator failure. everything runs and starts fine right now, no voltage problems, just this noise.
Now I've done some research and suspect its the alternator bearing or pully issue because of similar posts with noise problems.
If its the bearing the whole alternator needs to be replaced?
Now would I be able to tell by taking off belt and trying to move that pully?
Is that the easiest way or is it possible to determine that way?
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89 cherokee manual 4.0L/ RE 4.5" lift / 33" pro comp mud terrain/ PORC SYE-231 w/ custom shaft
I have no other common issues with alternator failure. everything runs and starts fine right now, no voltage problems, just this noise.
Now I've done some research and suspect its the alternator bearing or pully issue because of similar posts with noise problems.
If its the bearing the whole alternator needs to be replaced?
Now would I be able to tell by taking off belt and trying to move that pully?
Is that the easiest way or is it possible to determine that way?
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89 cherokee manual 4.0L/ RE 4.5" lift / 33" pro comp mud terrain/ PORC SYE-231 w/ custom shaft
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