SRT2
Hi-Miler
Tonight I changed an alternator in about 40 minutes, and it made me think back to the first time I changed one... it seemed to take forever!
The biggest difference in time savings is that; over the years; I've learned exactly what tools are needed to do the job efficiently. If you have these tools on hand, even your first alternator swap can be performed easily.
You'll need THESE:
At least one 3/8" drive ratchet. I use a long-handled swivel one and a short one.
One socket each - 17mm 12-point, 13mm, 10mm, 8mm, 7mm, and #12 female Torx.
One flex-head 3/8" 12-point ratcheting wrench.
One 1/4" 12-point ratcheting wrench. They're a little hard to find, mine is a 1/4" X 5/16" combination ratcheting wrench from Craftsman, #42161. BIG time saver!
One straight screwdriver.
For convenience I also use a 1/4" drive ratchet with a long and short extension for battery disconnect, turbo shield nuts/bolt, and hose clamps - but a 3/8 drive will work.
The biggest difference in time savings is that; over the years; I've learned exactly what tools are needed to do the job efficiently. If you have these tools on hand, even your first alternator swap can be performed easily.
You'll need THESE:
At least one 3/8" drive ratchet. I use a long-handled swivel one and a short one.
One socket each - 17mm 12-point, 13mm, 10mm, 8mm, 7mm, and #12 female Torx.
One flex-head 3/8" 12-point ratcheting wrench.
One 1/4" 12-point ratcheting wrench. They're a little hard to find, mine is a 1/4" X 5/16" combination ratcheting wrench from Craftsman, #42161. BIG time saver!
One straight screwdriver.
For convenience I also use a 1/4" drive ratchet with a long and short extension for battery disconnect, turbo shield nuts/bolt, and hose clamps - but a 3/8 drive will work.
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