Date: Fri, 29 Sep 2000 02:49:08 -0700 From: TimeRanger <TimeRangernopsamc.om> Subject: Re: ACCKKK another dead alternator!!
On Thu, 28 Sep 2000 19:51:59 -0500, Tom Trueb <ttruebnopsamonline.net> wrote: >1989 9000CD Turbo autotragic: > >In less than a year since the $400 job, the new one's dead. Mechanic >thinks it can be waranteed, but what could cause this? He wonders if >the oil dripping onto/into it might be shorting it out. Where could the >oil be likely coming from if this is the case? Oil level sensor? Fill >tube? This is causing marital difficulties, as I just spent $800 on new >heater core, blower, and control. > >Tom Trueb >Delphi, IN. 1) Oil is generally a poor conductor of electricty, however it can and will deteriorate wire insulation which will cause shorts. Assuming that your engine is already an oily/greasy mess, lets move on to 2) Oil Leak Detection 101: Purchase a good engine degreaser and use according to Mfgr's directions until engine is CLEAN 3) (You may want an assistant for this part) Start the engine and let run....watch for oil leakage. Some leakage will not be apparent until the engine is under a load (assistant time) Have assistant run up the RPMs with brakes ON and vehicle IN gear, while you look for leaks (DO NOT stand in front of vehicle - Shit Happens). Some leaks will only occur while engine is cold and others only when warm. Good Luck! -- A question debated and left unanswered is better than a question answered without debate.