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Old 02-02-08, 02:14 AM
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Unhappy alternator

so i got a new one...but i need a manual because no one around here knows how to put it on.

help?
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try this:

http://www.cochran-racing.com/FSM/s4/index.html

(86-88)
http://www.teamfc3s.org/main/factory...ual/1986_1988/


and (89-91)
http://www.teamfc3s.org/main/factory...ual/1989_1991/

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Unplug the harness and unbolt the alternator? Am I missing something?
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Originally Posted by RB_eater
Unplug the harness and unbolt the alternator? Am I missing something?
Same thought here, with reverse directions for installation lol its not that hard
Old 02-02-08, 10:47 AM
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Any mechanic should be able to swap the alternator in 20 minutes.

If you want to do it yourself, it's as easy as unbolting the old alternator and then bolting in a new one.

The Factory Service Manual can be found in the FAQ For FC thread. It contains all this information and more, and is an essential tool for any sort of service work that needs to be performed on these cars.

Additionally, the Haynes service manual for the 1986 thru 1991 RX-7 (both turbo and NA) can be found at most local auto parts stores or purchased from any good bookstore (ISBN number 1 56392 007 7). It is only about $25 and is a great quick reference for things like this. Not only does it contain most of the information in the FSM condensed into an easy to read format, but it includes full wiring diagrams as well.

These manuals will answer 99% of service related questions for the car and if you intend to do your own repair work, you will need at least one of them. Preferably both, since the FSM is a free download.
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^^^ make that 10 minutes, with a smoke break in between alternators!
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Do it your self, it's super easy and u save money
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Originally Posted by texFCturboII
^^^ make that 10 minutes, with a smoke break in between alternators!
I dont know, that little spacer thing where it pivots gets annoying sometimes
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ha i did it. thanks guys. so...right now one of my muffler on the driver side of the car broke off..so technically its an open header, should i raplace the whole thing or just that little pipe?
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It depends on the general condition of your exhaust. If it's all rusted out you might as well replace the whole thing.

May I suggest a racing beat system?
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Is it super loud now? If not then the muffler is still functioning at least. Then whether you replace anything at all is up to you. It's all appearance if it still works. I'd put up with it or ghetto fix it for as long as possible for now then replace both with performance mufflers later on for a little power. If it's a problem then I'd just get the new pair of mufflers earlier.

As for the alternator spacer: If it's stuck I'd use a soft mallet on the alternator. Or wiggle the alternator if it's not that bad. To force the spacer back in I line up the spacer and tap it with a hammer (assuming it doesn't slide right in). The manuals above should tell you the rest.

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