Thread: How to replace the Generator/Alternator (SRT6)
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Old Dec 8, 2011 | 09:21 AM
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Default Re: How to replace the Generator/Alternator (SRT6)
Originally Posted by MMZ_TimeLord
The point was NOT to loosen that nut. Slow pressure to release the tension on the belt. NOT quick jerking motions.

The torque wrench I have is longer than my breaker bar and allowed easy movement without stressing the wrench. A breaker bar or long 1/2 inch ratchet wrench would do fine.
I'm sorry to have used the same word that you used, I saw a torque wrench destroyed when someone decided to heave against a seized nut and yanked on it past the torque set point quickly numerous times. A nice Snap On wrench destroyed in five minutes and the nut was still seized.

My original question remains unanswered, did the light go out?
 
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