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06-16-2020, 04:22 PM | #1 |
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Does an alternator need oiled?
I’m greasing the car, and Les Andrews’ book indicates that a generator should be oiled. The generator on my car was replaced with an alternator by the previous owner.
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06-16-2020, 04:27 PM | #2 |
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Re: Does an alternator need oiled?
Good question. My alternator does not have any oiling points and none of of the several cars that I have owned in the last 40+ years with an alternator have ever needed oiling, so I would say no. I guess you should look at it to make sure, though.
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06-16-2020, 04:57 PM | #3 |
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Re: Does an alternator need oiled?
No alternator yes generator
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06-16-2020, 07:48 PM | #4 |
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Re: Does an alternator need oiled?
I think alternators have sealed bearings so none is needed.
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06-17-2020, 08:26 AM | #5 |
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Re: Does an alternator need oiled?
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