by "XJDano" (xjdano)
Published 03/17/2017 at 18:50
by "XJDano" (xjdano)
Published 03/17/2017 at 18:50
Tags: Equinox
STARS: 6
On these GM 3400 engines the alternator is on top rear of the engine bay. You have to remove the motor mounts to drop the motor enough to get it out. I did it on my BIL van so I wasn’t pulling my hair out this time. I also bought new motor mounts a while back because when I did the serpentine belt the one was oozing. While I wait until Sunday when new one arrives I’m going to enjoy my anniversary or what’s left. 7 year and counting.
See you tomorrow maybe. Posting from tablet so photos are wonky.
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
03/17/2017 at 18:59, STARS: 0
Jeez, I just replaced the turbo in my pathfinder and was whining because it’s underneath the car and I don’t have a lift. This looks way worse. Good luck—
"Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer" (smallbear94)
03/17/2017 at 19:02, STARS: 0
I changed the one in our Montana... it wasn’t that bad. But I don’t recall having to remove mounts. Try a mid-2000's Grand Caravan. Got to work from underneath with very minimal clearance.
"Sovereign, Purveyor of Coupes" (sovereign-automotive)
03/17/2017 at 19:29, STARS: 1
Exactly why I never want to own a transverse engine again. Normal wear items shouldnt require engine removal/unbolting to replace in a non mid-engined car. (Belts, accessories, etc)
"FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com" (alphaass)
03/17/2017 at 19:58, STARS: 1
Transverse engines suck. I get the need, but I’m so glad I don’t own a car with one any more. The last straw for me was trying to change the rear spark plugs on a Hyundai Delta V6.