Re: alternator/owners manual (archive)

I think my alternator is about to go by the sounds of the bearings. It has always seemed not too solid on the bracket - is this one of the cars shortcomings? Is there a bracket that should be replaced with the alternator or do you make a custom bracket to assist in holding the alternator from twisting when the engine is reved?
Also looking for an '84 633 owners manual for some reason I bought mine with an '85 635 manual. If anyone has an extra or would know where I could find one - it would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Nick
Don't just replace the bushings, replace them with urathane bushings, available from BMP, and probably other aftermarket repalcement shops. These will properly align your alternator with no ill effects from reving the motor. Plus they will last far longer than the rubber ones you took out, maybe longer than alot of other parts on your sixer!
Bobbo 1980 633 CSi

I went through this just last week. You need to replace the upper and lower rubber bushes. The get oil contaminated after a period of time which makes the alternator SOFT on its mounts. After re -mounting it make sure you reconnect the earth strap solidly. If it looks a bit sad, replace it because it is your ONLY earthing point.
Hope this helps.

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