Alternator alignment

[Huw Powell]

> I've been having some issues with (5KTQ) alternator belts, that I now think
> is related to the alternator being slightly "cocked".
> I haven't pulled the alternator, (and won't until I have the parts
> in-hand), but I assume that there are a pair of rubber 'grommets' or mounts
> for the alternator.

No, there aren't.  In fact, every alternator I've ever seen has been 
rigidly mounted, via (adjustable) metal brackets, to the engine block.

> Goes anyone know the correct nomenclature for these mounts?

Vaporware?

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Huw Powell

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